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Understanding Senegal’s youth protests

Understanding Senegal’s youth protests

Last week Senegal’s protests deepened as president Macky Sall's potential bid for a third term sparked outrage amongst thousands. According to local reports, three have died including a teen while more than thirty have been injured backing opposition leader Ousmane Sonko. Senegal's Gen Zers have taken to the streets in large numbers, expressing their vehement opposition to President Macky Sall's intention to seek a third term in the upcoming 2024...

By Nairobi, Kenya
Greece makes 280 beaches wheelchair accessible

Greece makes 280 beaches wheelchair accessible

The decision comes after the country’s tourism minister declared full access to the sea a basic human right. Greece, known for its stunning coastline and turquoise waters, is taking a momentous step towards inclusivity and accessibility by making its beaches wheelchair accessible. This progressive initiative aims to provide people with disabilities an equal opportunity to enjoy Greece's natural wonders. With this bold move, Greece is not only enhancing the quality of life...

By Brighton, UK
Panama gives sea turtles legal rights and protection

Panama gives sea turtles legal rights and protection

A new law has been set out to protect endangered sea turtles in Panama. The hope is that neighbouring countries will follow suit in granting them a right to a healthy environment that is free from poaching activity. Panama has just taken ‘I like turtles’ to a whole new level. The country has set out new laws to give its abundant sea turtle population the right to live and have free...

By London, UK
Should we pay people a daily rate to protect the environment?

Should we pay people a daily rate to protect the environment?

A conservation basic income (CBI) should be awarded to those living in fragile forests and regions of biodiversity, a new study says. Researchers believe it would incentivise communities to halt activity that causes environmental degradation. We all know that money makes the world go round. Well, kind of. We depend on it for survival, and as a result, we’re constantly looking for ways to make our next dollar, pound, euro, yen...

By London, UK