Colombia is a resource-rich country in the north of South America that is diverse and full of contrasts. Considering their challenging history, the nation has grown to become more resilient in terms of democracy and culture. Colombia is the world’s 55th largest exporter, with about $41 billion in exports to foreign markets. However, diseases impacting […]
Kiribati is an island country formed in 1979 that is located in Oceana. Despite having a smaller population compared to its neighbors, Kiribati has been steadily growing in its economic power ever since its inception. One can attribute this partly to women’s rights in Kiribati, which have been prominent ever since the country’s inception. Within […]
Despite significant progress in gender equality in Tunisia, women still face considerable wage disparities compared to their male counterparts. The Global Gender Gap Index reports Tunisia ranked 115th out of 146 countries, in 2024, with a parity score of 0.668, reflecting persistent gaps in economic participation and wage equality. Although the country has made significant […]
Higher education is crucial for the overall development of Nepal as it cultivates human resources essential for managing the country’s remaining resources. Yet, Nepalese educational institutions face several significant challenges that drive students to seek opportunities abroad rather than studying at local universities. The university education system in Nepal is engendering deep distrust in academics […]
The use of child soldiers has long been a tragic consequence of war, affecting countless regions across the globe. The Kosovo War (1998–1999) was no exception, with reports highlighting the involvement of child soldiers in armed groups like the Kosovo Liberation Army (KLA). Today, Kosovo has largely transitioned from its wartime past to a period […]
Libya has been embroiled in conflict for more than a decade, leaving millions of its citizens in poverty. The ongoing violence has crippled the economy, with limited access to essential services like food, clean water and health care. The World Bank estimates that more than 1.3 million Libyans live in poverty, struggling to meet basic […]
Tunisia, a country with immense solar and wind potential, stands at a pivotal point in its energy sector. Renewable energy in Tunisia can address not only its energy poverty but also broader economic and social issues, creating a sustainable path for development. However, the push for renewable energy raises significant questions about equity, local benefits […]
Jordan suffers from a pension system which is not high enough for the cost of living nor accessible enough to elderly people, particularly women or refugees. This issue has been exacerbated by economic conditions which have worsened since the COVID pandemic and the cost of living crisis – the poverty rate increasing from 13% in […]
South Sudan faces significant poverty-related challenges, with more than 82% of the population living in multidimensional poverty. This includes limited access to basic services, such as clean water, health care, education and adequate nutrition. It is also, however, the least electrified. This situation has been exacerbated by ongoing conflicts, economic instability and recurrent climate-related crises […]
Before the outbreak of civil war in 2023, Sudan was already in perilous danger, having a staggering MPI (Multidimensional Poverty Index) of 52.3% in 2014. Almost 16 million people needed humanitarian aid, which has continued to spiral. Fueled by the fire of a gruesome civil war which has already claimed the lives of an estimated […]
