Youth

Young people all over the world are concerned with climate change’s projection, as the issue continues to worsen. Despite being concerned for their future, young people are largely excluded from government and international decision-making spaces…

Craters filled with muddy water pocket the landscape of the Kono district in Sierra Leone – the result of a blood diamond mining industry which contributed to a decade-long civil war.But now, parts of the land have been restored. Crops are…

Reimagining art and the power it can drive, 2023 UN SDG Action Awards Changemaker Finalists Emmanuel Mushy and Nazir Atul, founders of Visual Aided Stories (VAS) Hub, transformed strong social messages into murals, catalyzing development in novel…

12 August 2025: Colourful blocks or an abacus are common sights in kindergartens. But in Yemen, after years of conflict and economic crisis, such toys have become too costly. Seeing this gap, Shadia and Fatima — two young entrepreneurs trained…

21 July 2025 – New York: According to a report on Africa’s development discussed at the General Assembly, digital innovation and technology remain underdeveloped across several regions in the continent.In 2024, just 34% of women and 45% of men on…

4 August 2025 – Geneva: The call for a strong, legally binding treaty to tackle global plastic pollution has never been more urgent, say youth leaders and campaigners.This week, international negotiations are underway in Geneva to establish a treaty…

4 August 2025 – Nairobi: International Youth Day 2025 highlights the theme “Local Youth Actions for the SDGs and Beyond,” amplifying young people’s demands for a sustainable, just, and equitable future. From Brazil to South Africa, Nigeria to…

Observed each year on 12 August, the Day draws attention to the rights, contributions and challenges of young people everywhere.This year’s theme, "Local youth action for the SDGs and beyond," emphasises how grassroots youth engagement is vital to…

Digital innovation and technology remain underfunded and underdeveloped across Africa, according to a report on Africa’s development which was discussed at the General Assembly on Monday.  In 2024, only 34 per cent of women and 45 per cent…

Young people are shaping the future and demanding a world that is just, inclusive and sustainable, the UN chief said on Friday, marking World Population Day.Secretary-General António Guterres said empowering young people in a fair and…

Since fighting erupted in Sudan in April 2023, more than two million children have been displaced by the brutal war between rival militaries there.In neighbouring Chad, children make up 61 per cent of the 860,000 Sudanese refugees and a staggering…

15 July 2025 marked a dual milestone: the 10th anniversary of World Youth Skills Day (WYSD) and the 5th anniversary of the Global Skills Academy (GSA). The theme for WYSD 2025 focused on Youth empowerment through AI and digital skills.As the Fourth…