Mauritius’ first National Higher Education strategy marks an important moment in Mauritian history, aimed at increasing the number of those enrolled in higher education in Mauritius and establishing itself among other Commonwealth nations. The Higher Education Commission (HEC) of Mauritius and the Commonwealth of Learning (COL) support the government’s commitment to improving higher education in […]
Fiji, a Pacific island nation celebrated for its magnificent volcanic scenery and idyllic beaches, presents a stark contrast between its natural beauty and a dark social reality. One of the most pressing issues shadowing its paradise image is the practice of child marriage in Fiji, where minors are wed before developing the capacity to understand […]
Guatemala has made significant progress in its fight against HIV/AIDS. While it may not make headlines every day, Guatemala’s advancements are persistent and deeply human. The country is steadily moving towards the UNAIDS target of 95% of people knowing their virus status, 95% of people on treatment and 95% achieving viral suppression. Tucked between mountain […]
The Nicaraguan government and local organizations have worked to reduce and eliminate child marriage and early unions. Their efforts have achieved a 50% decrease in the number of girls married before the age of 18, falling from 1987 to 35% in 2012. However, Latin America remains the only region in the world that has not […]
Mauritania, a largely desert country in West Africa bordering Senegal, Mali and Western Sahara, faces urgent challenges, including poverty, limited health care and barriers to education. The population relies heavily on agriculture, even though only 0.4% of the territory is arable. The country also experiences recurrent droughts and floods. In 2024, political instability in Mali […]
Guyana is a developing country with many impoverished citizens and women make up a large number of the impoverished population. This is due to the gender wage gap in Guyana, which multiple factors, such as gender role expectations and gender bias, lead to. While there remains room for improvement, the country has put actions in […]
Benin, a small West African country, is making significant strides towards a sustainable, energy-secure future. With only 57% of its population currently having access to electricity, Benin ranks low in energy consumption among African nations. The country is at a critical point in its energy development and transition; strategies implemented now will determine whether the […]
Since as early as the 16th century, Austria has drawn in migrants from Europe and around the world. Being situated in the center of Europe and sharing seven international borders, Austria has been both a country that migrants pass through and a country that offers economic stability for those who make it their new home. […]
Argentina has made significant progress in advancing gender equality, and according to the Sustainable Development Report, it is one of the few countries, not just in Latin America, but globally, that is on track to achieve SDG 5 by 2030. Argentina has implemented “100% of the legal frameworks under the SDG that promote, enforce and […]
Disability and poverty remain two deeply intertwined challenges in Myanmar, where decades of conflict, economic instability and limited health care access have placed millions in vulnerable positions. With almost 6 million people having one or more disabilities of any type. Disability, whether physical or mental, often acts as both a cause and consequence of poverty, […]
