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“There is ‘Nobody Like Him’: Rev. Billy Graham”

April 25, 2018 3164 views

The late Billy Graham was an extraordinary preacher who influenced presidents and ordinary people alike, writes Cody B. Mitchell, 16,…

Culture

“Teaching the value of history and culture”

April 25, 2018 2879 views

Education about a nation’s history and culture is essential to creating the social fabric that leads to good citizenship and…

Gender Equality & LGBTI

“Sexual harassment: an issue in universities”

April 23, 2018 2842 views

Internationally and close to home, there is pressure to address the issue of sexual harassment. Munguongeyo Ivan, 24, a Correspondent…

Health, Safety & Wellbeing

“Home gardens can transform ‘hungry’ homes”

April 20, 2018 2801 views

Growing food at home has benefits beyond providing nutritious food, writes Bhagya Wijayawardane, 28, a Correspondent from Colombo, Sri Lanka.…

Education

“Young professionals need mentorship”

April 18, 2018 2255 views

In the world of employment, there are many young professionals who aspire to positively impact society, writes Badru Walusansa, 26, a…

“Powering towards our common future”

April 17, 2018 2129 views

A recent election gave Ariana Joseph, 18, a Commonwealth Correspondent from Antigua and Barbuda, opportunity to reflect on the factors…

Gender Equality & LGBTI

“Empowering women will shape a community”

April 16, 2018 2508 views

The role of women in today’s changing world has found and strengthened new identities, writes Amit Jain, 26, a Correspondent from…

Education

“Education begins when you can ask why!”

April 14, 2018 2316 views

The freedom to ask questions is a crucial part of education, writes Olawole Olakunle, 24, a Correspondent from Lagos in…

Economy & Trade

“A viable financial system for Africa”

April 11, 2018 2652 views

Finance is the driver of economic activities and serves as a medium of exchange in today’s world. Samasi Anderson, 21, a…

Youth Networks

Agenda2030 and African Youth: Partnership Key to Deliver Change

April 11, 2018 2325 views

“The future of humanity and of our planet lies in our hands. It lies also in the hands of today’s…

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