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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 …

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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) …

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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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What began as a Christmas carnival has grown into a massive celebration of Africa’s culture and heritage, writes Adebayo Victor, 25, a Correspondent from Ibadan in Nigeria, who attended this year’s Calabar festival in Nigeria. Since 2004 a festival that started as a Christmas celebration for local residents has grown in leaps and bounds to …

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Akande Olanrenwaju Kabiru started the ‘Clippers and Pegs’ laundry and barber business when he was admitted into Obafemi Awolowo University. Oluwafemi Ogunjobi, 21, a Correspondent from Gbongan in Nigeria, ran into him, and discovered his joy of washing his colleagues’ wears.  When Kabiru Olanrenwaju Akande bagged a National Diploma at the Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), …

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“We are not heartless human beings; we are simply [more than often] sedated human beings,” writes Denise Juvane, 21, a Commonwealth Correspondent from Mozambique now living in England. But has the oversaturation of images of poverty in Africa halted us from action? There is a saying that goes along the lines of: “we never know the …

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