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Politics has always been a dirty game, but in recent years, the lack of honesty and integrity among politicians has reached new heights. The result is that democracy itself is under threat. The people who were elected to serve the public good now care more about lining their own pockets than about the well-being of … Read more
Watch full Speech video: Jeffrey Sachs’ speech at the UN Food Systems Pre-Summit #UNFSS2021 What is the Food Systems Summit? In 2021, UN Secretary-General AntoĢnio Guterres will convene a Food Systems Summit as part of the Decade of Action to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by 2030. The Summit will launch bold new actions … Read more
BRICS is an acronym that stands for Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa. These five countries, comprising about 42% of the world’s population, formed an alliance in 2009 (expansion of BRIC, formed in 2006) to promote cooperation and collaboration among their economies. Over the years, the alliance has expanded to include a wide range … Read more
Participation in politics is essential because it allows individuals to have a voice in the decisions that affect their lives and their communities. Here are some key reasons why participation in politics is important: Ensuring that diverse perspectives are represented: When people from different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are involved in public life and politics, … Read more
The Western system of governance has long been considered the gold standard for democratic rule. However, as many African countries have adopted this model, it has become increasingly clear that it is not working for them. This is due to a number of factors, including cultural differences, historical context, and economic realities. In order for … Read more
The relationship between the United Kingdom (UK) and Africa has long been one centered on aid and charity support, with the UK providing financial assistance to African nations in the form of foreign aid. While this aid has helped to alleviate some of the immediate consequences of poverty, it has done little to address the … Read more