Category: Take Action
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5 Steps to Launch Your Own Community Cleanup Initiative
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Community cleanup programs are among the most impactful ways to unite and engage local neighborhoods, foster a sense of pride, and facilitate positive, impactful change. In this blog, we’ll guide you through the steps to help get you started! Step 1: Create a Plan Like the adage says, failing to…
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Three African Countries Declare Emergencies Due to Severe Drought
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In recent weeks, three African countries—Zambia, Malawi, and Zimbabwe—have declared national disasters and emergencies due to severe drought conditions. These countries are facing an unprecedented crisis that is impacting millions of people and threatening food security, water supply, and energy resources. Here’s an overview of the situation in each country…
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Impact of Gaza and Ukraine Wars on Africa
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Understanding the Effects and How to Help In recent times, the wars in Gaza and Ukraine have had a profound impact on Africa, affecting economies, food security, and humanitarian conditions. Understanding these effects is crucial for taking effective action to mitigate them. Economic Impact: The conflicts in Gaza and Ukraine…
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Child Marriage: How Can We Protect Girls Like 12-Year-Old Naa Ayemoede in Ghana?
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Child marriage is a deeply entrenched practice that continues to threaten the rights and well-being of girls worldwide. The recent customary marriage between a 63-year-old traditional priest and a 12-year-old girl, Naa Okromo (now Naa Ayemoede), in Ghana, has ignited global outrage and underscored the urgent need to protect the…