Picture this: In the silence of a parched field in northern Kenya, once thriving with lush maize and millet, the climate crisis speaks louder than ever. It speaks loudest in the cracked earth, the dying livestock, and the empty granaries. But the ripple of this crisis extends far beyond any single region. Running from the […]
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In an increasingly commodified world, where nearly every basic human need has been turned into a business opportunity, one fundamental right continues to face relentless commercialisation: education. Despite being enshrined as a human right under Article 26 of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and Sustainable Development Goal 4 of the United Nations 2030 Agenda,
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Access to quality healthcare is a fundamental right that should be available to all individuals, regardless of their geographical location or socioeconomic status. However, in many developing countries, limited resources and infrastructure have created barriers to delivering adequate health care. Societal innovation is increasingly used to achieve social goals, such as better healthcare delivery. The
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Africa’s rich natural resources offer economic benefits but come at significant environmental and social costs. In places like Ghana, illegal mining pollutes water, damages farmland, and threatens vital industries like cocoa farming. While mining boosts GDP, its environmental degradation and social impacts challenge the balance between profit and sustainability.
The Soul’s Voice🕳 As the mind quiets, something deeper begins to speak. The soul, free from the constant chatter of the day, whispers to us. It doesn’t use words. Instead, it comes through as feelings, images, or a sense of peace. This voice reminds us of something important: we’re more than just our busy minds
Sickle cell disease (SCD) is an inherited blood disorder that affects the shape and flexibility of red blood cells. Instead of maintaining their usual soft, round form, the cells take on a crescent-like shape, which interferes with blood flow and can lead to serious health challenges. While it is a global condition, SCD is more
In 2022, I became a Millennium Fellow. This was shortly after I became a UPG champion. The Millennium Fellowship is awarded to young changemakers in the university who have demonstrated interest in executing change-making projects in their society. After being accepted into the program, fellows must carry out an SDG-related project to be awarded a
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I will argue that the lack of a universal definition of terrorism will lead to a rise in the radicalisation of not only Islamic factions but also right-wing and left-wing terror actors. ‘If terrorism is a chess game, the world would be in a perpetual stalemate, the only way to win the battle and the
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In a world where innovation in social change, collaboration, and leadership development drive meaningful impact, the UPG Townhall stands out as a must-attend social impact event for anyone passionate about making a difference. This event brings together United People Global (UPG) Champions, Members including #UPGSustainability leaders, #UPGBiashara entrepreneurs, and followers from across the world to
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For many scholars and policy makers the reason why states seek nuclear weapons is; State security and survival, the threat from powerful nations can not be treated by diplomatic means when it comes to defending ones territory. Scott Sagan has applied three theoretical models/ frameworks as to why states either develop or resist developing nuclear
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