Tag: Youth
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Vijana Platform: Tanzania’s Youth Lead the Nation’s Next Chapter
Introduction: A Bold Move to Elevate Tanzania’s Youth Across Tanzania, a new energy is stirring. The Vijana Platform is being positioned as a national catalyst that channels the creativity, ambition, and resilience of young people into tangible development outcomes. By integrating education, entrepreneurship, digital skills, and civic participation, the program aims to widen access to…
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IWK Study Aims to Help Youth with PTSD: New Intervention for Canada
Introduction: A new beacon of hope for youth with PTSD The IWK Centre for Research in Family Health has launched an important study aimed at helping young people who have experienced traumatic events. Open to Canadians aged 15 to 25, this research project seeks to evaluate a new intervention designed to reduce symptoms of Post…
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UK Considers Banning Social Media for Under-16s in New Telecommunication Plan
UK launches consultation on potential social media ban for under-16s In a bold move to curb rising smartphone use among children, UK ministers have opened a public consultation to explore a potential ban on social media use for those under 16. The proposal is part of a broader package aimed at reducing screen time and…
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Smallholders at the Centre: Why innovation and diversification are pivotal for Africa’s food future
Introduction: The central role of smallholders in Africa’s food future Across Africa, smallholder farmers form the backbone of food production, driving household nutrition and regional economies. As demand for affordable, protein-rich foods grows, these farmers—often women and young people—are increasingly at the forefront of change. Their potential hinges on two interlinked strategies: embracing innovation and…
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Rising cholesterol and insulin resistance in SA youth
Understanding the trend: cholesterol and insulin resistance in young South Africans In communities across South Africa, especially in small mining towns, health indicators once thought to reflect older age groups are appearing among younger people. Doctors and public health researchers are reporting rising rates of high cholesterol and insulin resistance among youths, alongside more familiar…
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Walk with Me: Global Youth Discussion for 2026
Introducing the 2026 Theme: Walk with Me The year ahead centers on the global youth theme “Walk with Me,” inviting young people to learn, reflect, and grow together. This initiative encourages youth to engage with faith, service, and personal development as they navigate a rapidly changing world. By inviting participation from diverse communities, the theme…
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Chaos at funeral as bodaboda youths demand answers over Tanzanian teen’s police custody death
Background: A tragedy under scrutiny The funeral service for 18-year-old Michael Rambau, who authorities say died while in police custody in Moshi, Kilimanjaro Region, drew hundreds of mourners and, unexpectedly, a chorus of questions. What began as a somber occasion quickly shifted as a large group of bodaboda riders—young motorcycle taxi drivers who are a…
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Rising Anxiety Among Malaysian Kids: Understanding the Quiet Epidemic
Rising Anxiety Among Malaysian Kids: What the Data Suggests Petaling Jaya — Malaysian children and adolescents are contending with a growing wave of anxiety disorders, a trend that experts say shows little sign of abating. While not every child experiences clinical anxiety, clinicians and educators report rising numbers of students seeking help for persistent worry,…
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Rogers program to reduce youth screen time earns cautious support from parents and experts
Introduction: A practical first step in a digital dilemma As screen time becomes a central concern for families, Rogers Communications has launched a program aimed at reducing youth screen time. The move has drawn a mix of cautious optimism from parents and experts who say that while it isn’t a silver bullet, it can be…
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Rogers’ Screen-Time Plan for Youth: A Practical First Step, Say Parents and Experts
Rogers’ Screen-Time Initiative Sparks Cautious Optimism The telecom provider Rogers recently announced a program aimed at reducing screen time for young people, and parents along with digital-wellbeing experts are calling it a meaningful first step. While no single solution will instantly reset daily habits, the plan signals a growing recognition that managing youths’ digital lives…