Africa’s population will double by 2050. With this comes huge opportunity for economic growth on an unprecedented scale for the continent and the rest of the world.
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Many journalists educate and inform the public, but some go above and beyond the call of duty. Some amazing journalists from around the world have helped the fight against poverty along with their powerful words and inspiring stories. Below is a list of journalists — many of whom have worked in or written about Africa — whose words and work are making a big difference:
Chika Oduah
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Chika Oduah is a Nigerian-American journalist who...
With the German-led G20 just around the corner (7- 8 July), we have a unique opportunity to promote the benefits of girls education, particularly in Africa– because its population is predicted to double by 2050. If the G20 and African leaders invest in a partnership with Africa with ambition, urgency and efficiency over the next three years, the continent’s youth can drive a surge in inclusive growth that would benefit the globe. This all starts with early education.
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We're making progress, but there are still some places around the world where women are denied the same rights as men.
Enjoy these examples of incredible literature and personal expression by poets from across the African continent.
When girls miss out on education, we all lose.
The club provides girls with a safe space to explore their interests and learn skills.
The evidence that educating girls creates healthier, wealthier, fairer, and more stable communities is overwhelming—so why isn’t every girl getting a quality education? The barriers, particularly for girls in the poorest countries, are wide-ranging and complex but these are some of the most challenging:
Cost
The cost of supplies can limit girls access to education.
Even in areas where school fees are non-existent, there’s still a price to pay. Students are often required to buy uniforms, transportation, and supplies, like textbooks, pens,...
There’s nowhere on earth where women have the same opportunities as men. That’s why we’ve partnered with Don’t Panic to produce this powerful video:
Our goal was to create something that people around the world who have experienced sexism could relate to, while encouraging viewers to see that their struggles are linked to the struggle of girls and women living in the poorest parts of the world. We’re calling on viewers to take action for the women hardest hit by...
We LOVE celebrating Valentine's Day, because it means we get to let our awesome ONE members know how much we appreciate them! This year we have decided to express our feelings for you lovely bunch through these traditional African proverbs!