Adam Alqali is a development journalist based in Kano, Nigeria with over 5 years’ experience in investigative, fact checking, research and development reporting. He currently reports for amongst others, africacheck.org, Newsdiary online, National Review as well as African Newspage. 
He has ...

Mainstreaming Civil Society Voices in Summit of the Future Processes

01 Jul 2024  |  www.africannewspage.net  |  English  |  Sustainable Development Goals

The 69th UN Civil Society Conference (2024 UNCSC) in Nairobi, Kenya, focused on amplifying civil society voices ahead of the United Nations Summit of the Future (SOTF). The conference aimed to increase awareness and accountability, build multi-stakeholder coalitions, and innovate civil society's interaction with intergovernmental processes. Key figures like UN Secretary General António Guterres and Kenyan President William Ruto emphasized the importance of civil society in shaping global responses to challenges. The conference highlighted issues such as climate change, inequality, and the need for reform in global institutions. The outcome, the ImPACT for the Future Package, was presented to the public, emphasizing civil society's role in supporting member states and championing critical issues.

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Ruwaida Amer is a journalist based in Palestine- Gaza strip
Iam working freeluncer with CNNarabic, DW arabic, Middle East Eye, Aljazera, Electronic Intifada.
I produce video stories and written reports for 4 years until now sure.
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Remembering a vibrant artist and mother killed in Gaza, Baraa Abu Mohsen

21 Jan 2024  |  www.aljazeera.com  |  English  |  War Casualties

Baraa Abu Mohsen, a 31-year-old artist and mother from Gaza, was killed along with her mother in an Israeli bombing on October 30. Baraa, who had struggled with formal education, found her passion in creating miniature cake decorations and established her own business. Despite challenges in her marriage, she focused on providing for her daughter, Tamara. Baraa's sister, Rawaa, recalls their close bond and the tragic events leading to Baraa's death. The article highlights the personal and emotional impact of the conflict in Gaza.

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Raziah Athman is an award-winning journalist, she was Africanews’ Deputy Editor-in-Chief and Head of English edition of the channel but now produces news for Vision Group TV platforms, newspaper and podcasts. 

She started her journalistic career back in 2006 in Uganda working for the various ...

Uganda: The startup Aspire gives hope to refugees

18 Jan 2024  |  fr.africanews.com  |  French  |  Entrepreneurship

Binyam Meles, an Ethiopian refugee in Uganda, founded the tech startup Aspire to empower other refugees through IT and English language training. Aspire has helped many refugees like Masajid Adam Omer, a Sudanese woman who improved her English and computer skills, facilitating her integration. The startup, supported by NGOs and local partners, has provided training to 250 refugees from various countries. Uganda, hosting about 1.5 million refugees, benefits from Aspire's website offering information in five languages to aid integration.

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Alessandra Bajec is a journalist based in Cairo since 2013. From 2010 to 2011, she lived Palestine where she made her first steps as a freelance journalist. She has experience in writing for print, online media along with some radio experience. Her work has appeared in UN's IRIN, Russia Today's rt....

Smile of Hope: The new camp giving urgent aid to disabled Gazans

16 Sept 2024  |  The New Arab  |  English  |  Conflict in Gaza

The Smile of Hope camp in Deir al-Balah, Gaza, provides essential aid to disabled individuals affected by the ongoing conflict. Managed by the Palestinian Red Crescent, the camp offers refuge, care, and assistive devices to approximately 100 families. Despite challenges such as limited resources and blockades, the camp was established with local materials and support from various organizations. It aims to restore dignity and independence to its residents through accessible facilities and comprehensive services. The camp's development plans include upgrading power systems and healthcare access. The article underscores the severe impact of the conflict on disabled individuals, highlighting the urgent need for more inclusive support systems.

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Dicky Bisinglasi is a Bali-based Indonesian visual journalist and documentary photographer.
He was born in 1987 and began his professional career in 2014 as a staff photojournalist for a local newspaper. In 2019, he made the decision to work full-time as a freelance photographer and videographer ...

In Bali, tourists horrified by a tidal wave of garbage

20 Mar 2024  |  www.lunion.fr  |  French  |  Tourism

Tourists in Bali are horrified by the annual influx of plastic waste on the beaches, a phenomenon exacerbated by monsoon rains and poor waste management practices. Local authorities and NGOs are mobilizing efforts to clean up, but the persistent issue is causing frustration among visitors and impacting tourism. Despite the challenges, locals remain hopeful that Bali's natural beauty will prevail once the waste is managed.

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Anthee Carassava is a journalist based in Athens, Greece.

Vegans protest Easter lamb slaughters

30 Apr 2024  |  iefimerida.gr  |  English  |  Social Movements

Greek vegans, led by Vegan Life NGO, are protesting the traditional Easter slaughtering of lambs and goats with a peaceful march in Athens' Syntagma square. The vegan movement in Greece is growing, particularly among the environmentally conscious youth. Despite Greece's meat-centric culture, there is a noticeable shift towards plant-based diets, with an increase in vegan and vegetarian restaurants and annual vegan festivals in cities like Crete and Thessaloniki.

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I'm a freelance journalist currently based in Medellin, Colombia. Though the bulk of my reporting experience has been covering culture, politics and gender issues around New York City, I've also written features from places like Cuba, Bolivia and Peru. My work has appeared in Jezebel, the Village ...

Is the aid sector still failing victims of sexual abuse?

21 Nov 2024  |  Devex  |  English  |  Human Rights

A 2002 report by the United Nations Refugee Agency and Save the Children UK exposed widespread sexual exploitation by aid workers, including U.N. peacekeepers and various NGOs, in Liberia, Guinea, and Sierra Leone. The report highlighted the abuse of power by men in influential positions who exchanged goods for sex, primarily targeting girls aged 13 to 18. This revelation raised significant concerns about the aid sector's failure to protect vulnerable populations.

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Oliver Farry is an Irish journalist based in Paris, newly relocated after six years in Hong Kong. He has worked  with France 24, Radio France Internationale, the South China Morning Post, TV5MONDE, the BBC, TG4 (Ireland) and RTÉ. Oliver's freelance bylines include the Guardian, The Irish Times, the ...

Gaza Diaries. Don’t Look Left by Atef Abu Saif - vital testimony from a man who survived ‘only by mistake’

23 Mar 2024  |  The Irish Times  |  English  |  Humanitarian Crisis

Atef Abu Saif, a novelist and the Palestinian Authority’s culture minister, provides a harrowing account of his and his son's survival during the Israeli bombardment of Gaza in his book 'Don’t Look Left.' The diary details the 85 days they spent in Gaza before escaping to Egypt, capturing the daily struggles and psychological torment faced by Gazans. The book stands out for its detailed portrayal of life under constant attack and the personal losses suffered by the author, including the deaths of friends and relatives. Despite its incomplete nature, it serves as a vital testimony to the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza.

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Tim Gosling is a journalist, editor and analyst based in the Czech Republic. He covers politics, business, current affairs and football across Central & Eastern Europe. Regular bylines for Al Jazeera, Deutsche Welle, Foreign Policy, Politico, The Times. He provides political and economic analysis ...

How Russia Uses the Czech Republic as a Gateway to the EU

22 Sept 2024  |  www.dw.com  |  German  |  Money Laundering

The article examines how Russia uses the Czech Republic as a strategic entry point into the EU, with over a quarter of EU companies with Russian ties located there. Despite strained relations between Moscow and Prague, Russian business interests in the Czech Republic have grown, facilitated by historical ties and regulatory loopholes. Concerns are raised about potential espionage, sanctions violations, and money laundering, with Czech authorities and organizations like BIS and Transparency International CZ highlighting security risks. The Czech government has implemented its own sanctions system, but challenges remain in transparency and enforcement. The article underscores the broader implications for EU security and economic stability.

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Damian Gowela is a Tanzanian journalist based in Dar es Salaam. Working as a bilingual journalist for Tanzania Standard Newspapers [TSN] in English at Dailynews and Sundaynews and Kiswahili at HabariLeo.

Tanzania: NCAA Sets New Tourists, Revenue Records

28 Feb 2024  |  allafrica.com  |  English  |  Economic Development

The Ngorongoro Conservation Area Authority (NCAA) has recorded a significant increase in tourist numbers and revenue, with 534,065 tourists in the first half of 2023/24, a 10% increase from the previous year. President Samia Suluhu Hassan's efforts, including starring in the Royal Tour documentary, have been credited for the tourism revival post-Covid-19. Revenue at NCA rose from 31 billion TZS in 2020/21 to 171 billion TZS in 2022/23, with an anticipated 200 billion TZS by the end of 2023/24. Initiatives such as voluntary relocation of residents from protected areas and combating poaching have contributed to the conservation success, with a 25% increase in the black rhinoceros population. The NCAA's CSR efforts include scholarships for locals and support for beekeeping and school nutrition programs.

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Tom Grundy is the editor-in-chief and founder of local newspaper Hong Kong Free Press, *******.

Why is TikTok blocked in Hong Kong?

15 Mar 2024  |  hongkongfp.com  |  English  |  Data Privacy

The US House of Representatives has passed a bill that could force TikTok's owner, ByteDance, to sever ties with its Chinese parent company or face a ban, amid concerns over data privacy and Beijing's influence. In Hong Kong, TikTok has been blocked since July 2020 following the enactment of the national security law, which grants police extensive powers to demand content removal and data access. Western tech firms, including Google and Facebook, have suspended compliance with data requests under the law, citing concerns over freedom of expression. Users in Hong Kong can still access TikTok by using VPNs and removing local SIM cards, while the mainland Chinese version, Douyin, remains available.

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MOHAMADOU HOUMFA is a french-speaking journalist based in Washington, United States of America.

Focus Sahel, episode 36: ECOWAS sanctions

10 Dec 2023  |  Voice of America  |  French  |  Political Transition

The ECOWAS summit held on December 10 in Abuja demands a 'short transition' in exchange for easing sanctions against the Nigerien regime. Meanwhile, NGOs are urging the organization to allow humanitarian aid to enter through Benin.

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Patricia Huon is a journalist based in Johannesburg, South Africa.

Major humanitarian crisis: In Chad, Sudanese refugees lack everything

16 Dec 2023  |  24 heures  |  French  |  Refugees

Since the resumption of war in April, half a million Sudanese from Darfur have crowded into unsanitary camps, fleeing ethnic cleansing. NGOs are overwhelmed by the crisis. Zeinab Yacoub, a 29-year-old former student from the University of El-Geneina in West Darfur, Sudan, now lives in a makeshift shelter in a vast refugee camp in eastern Chad with her two daughters, the youngest of whom was born there in August. She expresses that Sudan is no longer safe and likely won't be for a long time.

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Hi, nice to meet you. My name is Kris.
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​For almost 20 years I have been working for the National Broadcast Company VRT in my home country Belgium.

Since last year September I live in Phnom Penh (Cambodia). My goal is to tell extraordinary stories about ordinary people throughout Southeast ...

Centuries-Old Rituals Are Slowly Fading Away in Cambodia

18 Jan 2024  |  www.ipsnews.net  |  English  |  Development

In Cambodia's Ratanakiri Province, centuries-old rituals and traditions of indigenous communities are fading due to modernization and development. The construction of a dam in 2017 displaced thousands, but some families resist relocation, valuing their ancestral lands and customs. The younger generation increasingly adopts the Khmer language and modern practices, leading to the erosion of unique cultural identities. Seasonal labor and land concessions to rubber companies further disrupt traditional lifestyles. Despite some efforts to preserve customs, many fear that these ethnic traditions will soon vanish.

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WINNIE KAMAU is a Data journalist based in Nairobi, Kenya.

Empowering the Vulnerable: Dorcus’s Mission to Transform Vulnerable Lives at the Kenyan Coast

24 Oct 2024  |  www.talkafrica.co.ke  |  English  |  Gender-Based Violence

Dorcus Kangu, a social worker in Mombasa, Kenya, is dedicated to transforming lives in her community by addressing drug abuse, child trafficking, and gender-based violence. Through initiatives like the Mombasa Rays of Hope tailoring center and the Rays of Hope Community School, she empowers youth with skills and provides education and support to vulnerable children and women. Her efforts have led to significant positive changes, offering hope and opportunities to those at risk.

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Madalitso Kateta is a Malawian freelance journalist based in the capital Lilongwe. Kateta specialises in developmental reporting, mostly reporting on Human Rights including Gender and Child Rights, Environment and Economics.

Malawi is considering a local funding law. Will it help or harm INGOs?

25 Jul 2024  |  Devex  |  English  |  International Development

Malawi is considering amendments to its NGO Bill, requiring international NGOs to partner with local NGOs and allocate at least 30% of their funding to them. Proponents believe this will enhance local responsiveness, while critics argue it may restrict NGO operations. The Centre for Human Rights and Rehabilitation warns of excessive interference, while CARE Malawi and Save the Children acknowledge both challenges and alignment with localization goals. USAID and Sightsavers International highlight the benefits of local partnerships. The regulations are under review by the Ministry of Justice, with concerns about compliance and capacity-building for local NGOs.

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Ugo Poletti is a journalist based in Odessa, Ukraine.

Founder and Editor-in-Chief of “The Odessa Journal”, digital media platform in English about culture, history, social and business life in Odessa, biggest port and cultural capital of Black Sea region

Interview: Aussie, Banker, Soldier, Volunteer – Living the Dream in Odesa

19 Jan 2025  |  Kyiv Post  |  English  |  Expatriate Life

Maurice O’Connell, an Australian former banker and military officer, has settled in Odesa, Ukraine, after initially arriving to provide humanitarian aid during the war. He describes his involvement with local Ukrainian groups and international NGOs in delivering aid to regions like Kherson and Mykolaiv. O’Connell has decided to make Odesa his permanent home, drawn by its charm and resilience despite the ongoing conflict. He highlights the city's vibrant social life and the spirit of the Ukrainian resistance, contrasting it with his experiences in the British army. O’Connell plans to use Odesa as a base for European travel post-war.

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Josh Poyser is a freelance journalist and photographer based in Leeds, United Kingdom.

Paynetics acquires Novus to boost its ESG mission

28 Mar 2024  |  Fintech Intel  |  English  |  Environmental Social and Governance (ESG)

Paynetics, an embedded finance provider, has acquired digital bank Novus to enhance its ESG goals. Novus allows customers to track and offset their carbon footprint and access rewards from ethical brands, while contributing to causes with each transaction. Paynetics, headquartered in Bulgaria and regulated in the EU and UK, aims to create a platform that empowers clients to grow and make a positive impact. The acquisition aligns with Paynetics' mission to accelerate businesses through innovation and speed, and is expected to amplify Novus' mission of creating impact through finance.

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Jelena Prtoric is a journalist based in Zagreb, Croatie.

Media capture in Croatia: how the State uses funding to control local media

12 Dec 2023  |  ipi.media  |  English  |  Journalism

Revelations of corruption involving public funds and media control in Croatia led to the dismissal of key political figures. The Croatian Journalists’ Association highlights systemic issues in media funding, with local media often dependent on political goodwill, compromising journalistic integrity. Research shows widespread non-transparent funding practices, with local governments using public money for political promotion. The Media Freedom Act by the European Union aims to address these issues, though its scope is limited. Efforts are underway to establish independent juries for media funding to protect both media independence and local administrations.

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As an accomplished journalist with over five years of experience, I am deeply committed to shedding light on pressing women's rights and social issues through compelling storytelling. I am equally proficient as a multimedia specialist, with a passion for crafting engaging narratives through various ...

Gendered challenges: A closer look at female military service in Armenia

20 Mar 2024  |  The Armenian Weekly  |  English  |  Women's Rights

The Armenian National Assembly has adopted amendments allowing women aged 18-27 to enter voluntary-compulsory military service, aiming to create a professional army by 2026. However, civil society groups and experts highlight significant concerns regarding women's reproductive health, vulnerability to gender-based violence, and the lack of proper infrastructure and education within the armed forces. The Ministry of Defense plans to address these issues during the program's implementation, but critics argue that the state's approach is superficial and inadequately prepared. The article underscores the challenges and risks faced by women in the military, questioning whether this move genuinely promotes gender equality or merely addresses personnel shortages.

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Polish photojournalist based in Paris, France and Warsaw, Poland. 

She is a winner of Camille Lepage « On Est Ensemble » price delivered yearly at Visa Pour l’Image Festival of Photojournalism, laureate of Jean-Luc Lagardère Foundation Grant, and a winner in multimedia category of Freedom German-...

In Benin, NGOs and Vodou Deities at the Bedside of Precious Mangroves

02 Sept 2024  |  www.lemonde.fr  |  French  |  Cultural Heritage

In Benin, the sacred figure Zangbeto and NGOs collaborate to protect and restore the mangroves in Togbin, near Cotonou. The mangrove area has expanded significantly from 94 to 407 hectares since 2011, thanks to these efforts. The region, rich in biodiversity, is part of two internationally recognized wetland sites under the Ramsar Convention. The article emphasizes the cultural and environmental significance of these conservation activities.

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Andrea Vogt is an independent journalist and documentary maker based in Bologna, Metropolitan City of Bologna, Italy.  Her dispatches on crime, politics and social affairs have appeared internationally in print, online, radio and broadcast media, including The Guardian, BBC, The Daily Telegraph, ...

Eight-year-old boy travels 3,500 miles in search of a school

21 Mar 2024  |  www.aol.co.uk  |  English  |  Child Welfare

An eight-year-old boy named Oumar from Mali traveled 3,500 miles to Italy in search of education, escaping jihadist attacks, crossing the Sahara, and surviving capture by a Libyan gang and imprisonment. After two attempts to cross the Mediterranean Sea, he was rescued by the NGO lifeboat Ocean Viking. Journalist Angela Nocioni aboard the lifeboat confirmed his story, and Oumar was later able to contact his father, who was unaware of his whereabouts. Oumar, showing signs of mistreatment and a healed broken bone, is now in Ancona, Italy, where efforts are being made to enroll him in school.

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Dr. Joseph Kobla Wemakor is a prominent Ghanaian figure and a passionate advocate for human rights, dedicated to empowering women, girls, children, and minority groups.



As the founder of Human Rights Reporters Ghana (HRRG), Dr. Wemakor leads a vibrant media advocacy and human rights ...

GAMA Sanitation and Water Project receives Engineering Excellence Award for its innovative solutions

22 Mar 2024  |  Modern Ghana  |  English  |  Water Project

The Greater Accra Metropolitan Area Sanitation and Water Project (GAMA SWP) received the Engineering Excellence Award from the Ghana Institution of Engineering for its innovative contributions to the WASH sector. The project, led by Ing. George Asiedu, focuses on providing universal access to sanitation facilities, particularly for marginalized communities, through the development of the biodigester toilet. With over 50,000 household toilets installed and significant improvements in public health and environmental sustainability, the project has set a high standard for urban sanitation in Ghana. Its success has been recognized by various sectors, sparking interest in replicating the initiative nationwide.

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Cyril Zenda is an African freelance journalist based in Harare, Zimbabwe. His work, which covers southern Africa and focuses on development, social justice, human rights, climate change and the environment, has appeared in several international publications such as TRT World Magazine, African ...

Zimbabwe takes final steps to abolish death penalty

14 Dec 2023  |  www.fairplanet.org  |  English  |  Human Rights

Zimbabwe is on the verge of abolishing the death penalty, a practice not enforced for nearly two decades. The Death Penalty Abolition Bill, gazetted on December 14, 2023, follows nationwide consultations and a survey indicating that while a majority supports the death penalty, they would accept its abolition. The bill is expected to pass easily in Parliament, with President Emmerson Mnangagwa, an abolitionist, advocating for its removal. The move aligns with a broader trend in Africa and globally towards the abolition of capital punishment.

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