CPA Banjul Conference Urges Homegrown Solutions for Africa’s Challenges
President Adama Barrow, at the 54th CPA Africa Region conference, called for African nations to drive their development by tackling conflicts, economic issues, and climate change through democracy, with Speaker Fabakary Tombong Jatta and CPA Chairperson Hon. Catherine Hara highlighting parliaments’ roles in resilience and accountability.
Empowering Young People in Agriculture Could Enhance the Global Economy, According to a Report by the FAO
A UN report underscores the critical role of youth in food security and economic growth, highlighting that 44% work in agrifood systems, over 20% are unemployed or not in education, and food insecurity among youth increased to 24.4% by 2023, especially in Africa.
Kenyan Photojournalist Wins Global Award, Outshining 133 Competitors
Kenyan photojournalist Dishon Amanya’s award-winning photograph, “Community Resilience – Water Access Solutions in Times of Drought,” taken in Kimilili, Bungoma County, won the Governance Solutions category at the UNCCD’s global photo competition, spotlighting climate and water solutions.
