Tag: Youth
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Why Singapore Needs a ‘Third Place’ to Tackle Problematic Gaming Among Young Adults
Introduction: A Growing Concern in Singapore A recent study conducted in Singapore highlights troubling trends in gaming among young adults. The research shows higher rates of problematic gaming, as well as related issues such as excessive gaming and depressive symptoms, compared with international benchmarks. The findings have sparked a broader conversation about how societies can…
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Quantedge Foundation: Expanding Social Mobility Through Strategic Philanthropy in Singapore
Introduction: A Quiet Force Aims Higher For a decade, Quantedge Foundation Singapore has operated quietly, funding a wide spectrum of causes with a particular emphasis on children and youth. As Chief Executive Xie Yao Quan signals a shift in strategy, the foundation is preparing to engage more directly with social mobility efforts that can alter…
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Africa’s Youth Decade: How the Continent Is Rewriting Its Future
Introduction: A Continent at a Turning Point For the first time in its history, more than 70% of Africans are under the age of 30. This demographic shift, paired with persistent inequality, high unemployment, and widening socioeconomic fault lines, is not just a statistic—it’s a force reshaping how African societies engage with each other and…
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Africa’s Youthful Decade: 70% Under 30 Redefines the Continent
Introduction: A continent at a turning point Africa faces a unprecedented demographic shift. For the first time in its history, a majority of the continent’s people are under 30. This youth bulge is not just a statistic; it is a catalyst that could redefine economies, politics, and everyday life across 54 countries. Alongside persistent inequalities,…
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Africa’s Youthful Decade: How a Young Continent Is Redefining Its Future
Introduction: A Continent Reacting to a New Demographic Reality For the first time in modern history, Africa is defined by a monumental demographic shift: more than 70% of its people are under the age of 30. This youthful surge is not a temporary phase but a defining feature of the continent’s trajectory. It promises a…
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Nurturing Youth Digital Skills and Gender Equality in Tech
Why Nurturing Digital Knowledge in Youth is Essential Digital technology underpins nearly every sector today, from education and healthcare to finance and agriculture. Yet billions remain without reliable access, and gaps persist along gender lines. Nurturing digital knowledge in youth—especially girls and young women—builds a foundation for equal opportunity, economic independence, and informed citizenship. Equipping…
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Singaporean Student Issued ISA Restriction Order Over Online ISIS Re-creation of Attacks in Roblox and Gorebox
Overview of the case A 14-year-old Singaporean student has been issued a Restriction Order under the Internal Security Act (ISA) in November after authorities found that he was self-radicalized online with ISIS ideologies. The incident highlights concerns about how extremist narratives can spread through digital platforms and influence vulnerable youths. How the case unfolded According…
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Singaporean Boy Issued ISA Restriction Order for ISIS Ideology
Overview A 14-year-old Singaporean student has been restricted under the Internal Security Act (ISA) after being self-radicalised online by ISIS ideologies. Issued in November, the measure aims to curb potential harm while allowing authorities to monitor the young person’s exposure to extremist content and influence. The case highlights ongoing concerns about online radicalisation among youths…
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Uganda’s Youth Demand Change Beyond 40 Years of Museveni Rule
Uganda’s Youth Speak: Change, Not Just Continuity When Uganda’s electoral commission announced President Yoweri Museveni’s victory in the 2026 general election, it underscored a familiar pattern in Ugandan politics: a long-serving ruler at the helm. Yet beneath the official tally, a powerful current surged among the country’s younger voters. Those under 35—who constitute roughly three-quarters…
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Uganda’s Youth Demand Change After 40 Years of Museveni
Introduction: A generation ready for change As Uganda marked another milestone in its political landscape, the demand for change among the country’s youth grew louder. After four decades of President Yoweri Museveni’s rule, a large portion of the population under 35 is pushing for a different path—one that emphasizes opportunity, accountability, and inclusive governance. This…