by Lillian Efobi Investing in quality education for all, regardless of gender, ethnicity, or socio-e …
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A short bio I am Nicole Babirye, a 16-year-old student from Kampala, Uganda. I am the Vice President …
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by Archibong Bassey Like many children living in Nigeria – a malaria endemic country, I battled Mala …
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Read moreCameroon is a largely Christian country, writes Alphonse Akouyu, 19, a Correspondent from Bamenda, Cameroon, but mainstream churches are seeing a rise in new churches that are drawing members by preaching a Prosperity Gospel System. In a country where belief in God is regarded as a compulsory duty rather than a choice, you would expect …
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The media plays a powerful role in the way we view each other internationally, writes Denise Juvane, 21, a Commonwealth Correspondent from Mozambique now living in England. But should the media ensure that those perceptions are fair? Throughout this academic year, ‘media and international relations’ has been one of, if not my favourite, module. I’ve …
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Students’ voice in policy making is essential to strengthen investment and development in education, writes George Stanley Njoroge, 28, a Correspondent, from Nairobi in Kenya. 17th November marks the International Students Day. As the 24th Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) came to an end on the same day in Colombo, Sri Lanka, there remains …
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Poverty is a stubborn problem in virtually every country, writes Collins Kimaro, 19, a Correspondent from Tanzania. He imagines the impact of a world without poverty, and the hurdles to creating it. Once upon a time in a land far, far away a new world order flourishes. It is a world where equality reigns …
In many countries like Nigeria, hawking and street trading are an age-old tradition. Most street vendors are between ten and 27 years old, writes Oluwafemi Ogunjobi, 21, a Correspondent from Gbongan in Nigeria, and beyond small financial gain have little control of their fate. In the good old days, shouts about products or a melodious tune …
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The combined efforts of public and private education are failing to beat illiteracy in Nigeria, writes Ayo Morakinyo, 26, a Commonwealth Correspondent from Nigeria. He describes the innovative efforts of NGOs like LEAP Africa to deliver education to students. Education is one of the best gifts that can be given to children because of its …
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The first class has graduated from the Catholic University of Cameroon Bamenda, writes Alphonse Akouyu, 19, a Correspondent from Bamenda, Cameroon. It’s a time of celebration for the university and students alike, but both groups face challenges as they strive for continued success. The sights and sounds of the Catholic University of Cameroon Bamenda (CATUC) …
A united Africa has existed on paper since 1963, writes Eric Omwanda, 23, a Correspondent from Nairobi, Kenya. He says an effective union could solve many of Africa’s problems, but union won’t be easily achieved. I was born in Kenya, one of the best-known countries in Africa. Born in family of nine siblings and raised …
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Technology is changing the way educational content is developed and delivered. A workshop offered campus radio stations in Nigeria the skills to be part of that change, writes Tayo Elegbede, a Commonwealth Correspondent from Lagos in Nigeria. The stake of media and technology in education delivery is fast becoming irresistible in today’s world. Technological innovations are reforming …
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Children in developing countries are unable to live their best lives due to inadequate healthcare facilities, writes Musa Temidayo, 23, a Commonwealth Correspondent from Nigeria. Drawing attention to the problems faced in his country with infant health and mortality, he calls for increased resources as a matter of urgency. Disease has been one of humanity’s greatest enemies. …
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