Tag Archives: Youth

A New Grant in a New Country

Posted on April 5, 2012 by

With a population of just 3.5 million and an area larger than that of England and Wales combined, the de facto independent state of Somaliland is not a place that many people are familiar with. We were a little surprised, … Continue reading →

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Encouraging Entrepreneurship and Providing Youth Employment through Tech in South Africa and Beyond

Posted on December 12, 2011 by

During my visit to South Africa, I came across a number of organisations tackling unemployment. In a country with an overall unemployment rate of 25%, youth unemployment is a staggering 51%.  These organisations are focusing on youth and disadvantaged township communities … Continue reading →

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Democracy, Transparency and Accountability-On the Ground in Nairobi

Posted on January 9, 2011 by

The 2007-8 post election violence in Kenya, highlighted a need for political change in Kenya and the new constitution is a step in the direction needed, but the nation cannot rest on its laurel.  On the ground, people are working … Continue reading →

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