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Freedom, truth, democracy: citizenship and common purpose
… While speaking frankly about the challenges South Africa faces, from crime and corruption to extremes of … to tackle corruption and inequality. But the good news is that technological innovations can empower ordinary … government and local authorities accountable. Social media now provides the ability to connect individuals to the …
jonathan - 07/21/2022 - 10:31
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Sustainable development, democracy, peace: the key role of women
… by women in societies in the Middle East and North Africa are being challenged. There are reports that women … Most of the time, their efforts take place outside the media spotlight and beneath formal decision-making … Article Type News Gro Harlem Brundtland …
Anonymous (not verified) - 07/21/2022 - 10:31
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Deepening democracy: why elections with integrity matter
… also a powerful catalyst for good governance, security and development. My home country of Ghana experienced a … smart agricultural reforms, Ghana is the only country in Africa to have met both the poverty and hunger components of … be resolved by politicians alone. Civil society and the media must be given the space to play their part in …
Anonymous (not verified) - 07/21/2022 - 10:31
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The Elders call on all countries to prioritise anti-corruption fight
… Corruption is a blight on countries’ development and destroys peoples’ faith in their systems … of their board meeting in London, The Elders join the Africa Progress Panel in urging governments at the … and ethical leadership across the world. For media inquiries, please contact William French, Head of …
Anonymous (not verified) - 07/21/2022 - 10:31
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Public financing could transform the realities of healthcare in South Africa
… could transform the realities of healthcare in South Africa 2 September 2019 … a critical element in any country’s path to sustainable development, social solidarity and equality. It also … accountability mechanisms involving parliamentarians, the media and civil society organisations. This is why …
gavin - 07/21/2022 - 10:31
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Ban Ki-moon: businesses can lead on refugee integration where leaders fall short
… I met so many children around the world, particularly in Africa and the Middle East, who reminded me of my own … News … Media Releases …
monika - 07/21/2022 - 10:31
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Nothing About Us, Without Us: the Global Refugee-Led Network
… various partners, organized four global refugee summits (Africa, Middle East and North Africa, Europe, Asia Pacific). … News … Media Releases …
monika - 07/21/2022 - 10:31
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The global rise of nationalism is a threat to Nelson Mandela’s achievements
… launch of the Walk Together campaign, in Cape Town, South Africa, in July 2017. (Credit: The Elders | #WalkTogether) … be done through a concerted effort between governments, the media, civil society and communities in demanding bipartisan … of how we communicate with one another and how we consume news. Sometimes this has been emancipatory, but sometimes we …
Anonymous (not verified) - 07/21/2022 - 10:31
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Stories from the frontlines: Refugee-Led Organisations in the Shadow of COVID-19
… home in 1998. When I was granted asylum in Cape Town, South Africa, I found my calling of serving fellow refugee women … English Literature, and a masters degree in Journalism and Media. Views expressed are those … News …
monika - 07/21/2022 - 10:31
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The Elders welcome Ethiopia’s political reforms and urge full respect for rule of law
… meeting, to discuss national and regional security and development issues. They urged all political actors … Union and the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa on conflicts driving mass displacement across the … do what we can to support their vision.” For media inquiries, please contact Luke Upchurch, Director of …
gavin - 07/21/2022 - 10:31