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According to the World Bank, young people can no longer expect to find traditional ‘job-for-life’ careers. Instead, they should prepare for ‘portfolio careers’ that include contract employment, freelancing, and periods of self-employment. This shift is due to the scarcity of…

Smartphone technology offers viable solutions to some of the most pressing challenges in West Africa. Through innovative platforms, mobile applications, and financial inclusion programs, smartphones are transforming the region by addressing issues such as limited market access, financial exclusion, and…

In West Africa, online freedom of expression is constitutionally guaranteed in many countries, yet it faces increasing threats from government repression and the misuse of laws targeting hate speech and fake news. These measures have led to arbitrary arrests, internet…

West Africa—the region is renowned for its rich cultural heritage, deeply rooted in oral traditions, diverse artistic expressions, and a strong sense of community. Traditional architecture across the region reflects both the region’s climatic conditions and its cultural diversity, with…

West Africa, like many other regions of the world, is facing the effects of climate change. This is evident through rising temperatures, increasingly unpredictable rainfall, and more frequent extreme weather events such as droughts and floods. While these changes significantly…

The global gambling industry is rapidly expanding, with multinational companies increasingly entering new markets, particularly in developing countries. In sub-Saharan Africa, many nations have legalized various forms of gambling, including casinos, lotteries, and sports betting. Legal casinos are currently operational…

In West Africa, young people often face rejection and criticism within their families, communities, and broader society, which can stem from various factors including limited economic opportunities, cultural expectations, and societal perceptions. This edition aims to explore the multifaceted challenges…

In today’s digital age, dating and relationships among youths have been significantly influenced by technology and online networking platforms. Social media, dating apps, and digital communication tools have transformed how young people meet, interact, and form connections. Networking now plays…

The United Nations International School of Hanoi (UNIS Hanoi) defines peer pressure as the influence that peers exercise over each other’s attitudes, beliefs, and behaviours. It can take various forms, such as encouraging friends to engage in risky activities, conforming…

The relationship between young people and money has long been a widely discussed topic. For many, money is not just a practical necessity; it’s a subject of growing personal importance. In the current global economic climate, marked by war, inflation,…

Being plagued for decades by political tension, structural violence and armed conflict in the West African coastal region, young people are believed to be at the center of these conflicts that continue to undermined society. In some cases, young people…