Climate change is a global threat, yet its misconceptions are as diverse as the regions it affects. Africa, with its rich biodiversity, is often at the center of several myths regarding climate change. Let’s separate myths from facts on this critical issue affecting the continent.
Keep reading to find out.
Myth 1: Africa contributes significantly to global warming.
Contrary to popular belief, Africa is responsible for roughly 4% of global carbon emissions, a sharp contrast to the higher percentages of more industrialized...
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Stephanny Ulivieri is a ONE Activist from Italy, and Juliet Nwobodo is a ONE Activist from Nigeria.
Climate change is not just a distant, future threat; it is an urgent reality affecting millions, especially in Africa. Africa is at the forefront of the fight, battling the devastating impacts of climate change despite contributing the least to the problem. Earlier this year, the Africa Climate Summit in Nairobi, Kenya, was a massive call to action, echoing the need for immediate global...
The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) is a historic agreement between African Union member states that has the potential to transform the African continent. The AfCFTA is aimed at promoting trade and economic integration on the continent.
But what does this historic agreement mean for Africans? Keep reading to find out.
What you need to know
The AfCFTA is going to be a game changer for businesses and individuals in Africa. It has the potential to boost economic growth, create decent...
I‘m Alem Mumuni from Ghana. I developed polio when I was two years old; at this time, outbreaks were common. My right leg became disfigured and I crawled until the age of 10, when I began to walk using a stick. I was marginalised, stigmatized, and discriminated against because of my disability. My parents were peasant farmers in Saligu in northern Ghana. I knew that the only way for me to succeed in life would be to get an...
Dr. Irene Titilola Olumese is a doctor from Ibadan, Nigeria who is weighing in on what action can be taken to help persons with disabilities in Nigeria and beyond.
I started my professional career as a nutrition scientist with UNICEF, advocating for women and children to gain access to adequate nutrition in Nigeria, Ghana, and Egypt. But I was forced to give up my job due to chronic respiratory problems, and I later had both of my legs amputated due...
Humanity and urban disaster have a complicated history. However, as humans continue to grow and expand across new spheres, urban disasters and risks also become an issue worthy of attention. But advancements in technology, industrialization, and globalization have reignited humans’ commitment to safety and survival during natural disasters.
But extreme climate change has raised new debates on the survival of humans and animals across the globe during disasters. In many countries, storms, rising sea levels, drought, warming oceans, and flooding...
Javaza is a girl with a dream. The 14-year-old from Namibia wants to become a lawyer. “I want to grow up, be somebody, and help other people in return,” Javaza shared.
Mammadu, a non-profit in her home country, is helping students like Javaza get the education they need to pursue their dreams. Mammadu aims to be a safe place for children from the community whose parents might be working, abusing alcohol, or are deceased due to HIV/AIDS. Namibia’s HIV infection...
In wake of the 2022 International Youth Day theme, “Intergenerational Solidarity: Creating a World for All Ages,” ONE Champions in Nigeria share how they are using their initiatives and advocacy skills to bring together and create change for all generations to achieve sustainable development. Keep reading to discover their impact stories.
Olayemi Amusile, Delta
Olayemi sees social action as a responsibility that inspires her to seek mentorship from older generations while sharing her knowledge and guidance with younger generations.
As a young...
Today is Africa Day! This year’s theme is strengthening resilience in nutrition and food security on our continent.
That’s why we want to share some fun facts with you that celebrate how diverse and unique our continent is.
Keep reading to find out!
1. How many languages are spoken in Africa?
Between 1,500 – 2,000 languages are spoken across Africa!
2. What African country is the current most-followed TikTok creator, Khabane “Khabe” Lame, from?
Khabane “Khaby” Lame is from Senegal! This Senegalese-Italian content creator is...
More and more young people are entering the job market every day in Africa. And job creation today is essential to creating a better future for all. But across the continent, government’s aren’t stepping up to ensure that youth can secure jobs. That’s why we launched our Jobs Now Africa campaign, to outline the scale of this urgent crisis and encourage the public to urge governments and non-state partners to prioritise job creation. A big part of that job...