Seychelles

“A youth view on deciding who heads CHOGM”

April 27, 2018 2310 views

Did the announcement of HRH Prince Charles to succeed Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth influence how young people view the Commonwealth? Angelique…

“Facing the environmental cost of democracy”

September 6, 2017 2596 views

Elections are a crucial part of a healthy democracy, but Angelique Pouponneau, 27, a Commonwealth Correspondent from the Seychelles, raises…

Peace Building

“A tribute to peace and Sir James Mancham”

January 30, 2017 3263 views

Angelique Pouponneau, 26, a Commonwealth Correspondent from the Seychelles, recalls the career of former President Sir James Mancham, and argues…

Human Rights

“Countries must invest in HIV positive citizens”

October 4, 2016 2881 views

With the population of persons affected by HIV and AIDS still growing, Angelique Pouponneau, 26, a Commonwealth Correspondent from the…

“The disenfranchisement of youth”

September 1, 2016 6143 views

Legislation setting the voting age creates a conflict for potential voters, writes Angelique Pouponneau, 26, a Commonwealth Correspondent from the…

Democracy & Participation

“Not too young to run for office”

August 26, 2016 3662 views

With election day looming, Angelique Pouponneau, 26, a Commonwealth Correspondent from the Seychelles, questions the rules about eligibility to run…

Gender Equality & LGBTI

“Views on decriminalising homosexuality”

April 25, 2016 2927 views

Repealing a little-used law against homosexuality sparked a potentially divisive debate, but Angelique Pouponneau, 25, a Commonwealth Correspondent from the…

“How well do you know your Constitution?”

February 5, 2016 6240 views

“Young people have a role to play in ensuring good governance by keeping watch on all branches of the State,”…

Entrepreneurship & Employment

Youth Networks

Young East African entrepreneurs join forces to boost enterprise and create jobs

October 8, 2015 3580 views

Young entrepreneurs across East Africa have formed a regional coalition of youth business organisations. It is called the Commonwealth Alliance…

Sustainable Development Goals

“The role of young people in the next 15 years”

August 19, 2015 4373 views

World leaders have agreed on Sustainable Development Goals, but Angelique Pouponneau, 25, a Correspondent from Victoria in the Seychelles, says…

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