Governance

Recent study assesses hopes and attitudes of the youth in the Middle East and North Africa – with sobering insights.

A novel by Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni tells the story of Jind Kaur, the last sovereign Sikh monarch

Multiple negotiations with different sets of creditors are too cumbersome to help an ailing economy fast and decisively.

In the conflict-ridden Great Lakes Region of East Africa, youngsters are involved in a project for peace. Many of them dream of a continent that thrives in unity.

Officials strain the social fabric when they take private money to deliver public services – and even more when they sell illegitimate personal favours.

Uneducated youngsters who lack prospects fall victim to terror group’s propaganda easily.

In an ambitious plan to protect forest habitats and contain the climate crisis, Kenya wants to resettle the indigenous Ogiek people from their habitat, the Mau Forest.

Africa, with its diversity, is struggling with numerous complex problems that require innovative solutions. Education, especially tertiary education, is key to unlocking Africa’s potential in a sustainable way.

In spite of high growth rates, masses of Indians are being left behind – and young people in particular struggle to find good jobs.

The future belongs to young people. They must be empowered to assume responsibility. Far too often, however, they lack prospects. It is encouraging that, all over the world, many want to take their fate into their own hands.