June 23
Kenya: Chants of 'Ruto Must Go' Echo in Nightclubs As Generation Z Amplifies Campaign Against Finance Bill 2024
Capital FM
Chants of 'Ruto Must Go' reverberated through nightclubs across cities and major towns in Kenya as Generation Z took their campaign against the Finance Bill 2024 to a new level. Read more »
Nigeria: Pistis Foundation, Asumah Brothers, Empowers Street Kids With Sports, Innovation
This Day
This groundbreaking project, conducted as part of its Kids-Off-The-Streets (KOTS), is set to make a lasting impact on the lives of some of the most vulnerable members of the… Read more »
Nigeria: Time to Scrutinise Activities of Orphanages
This Day
Orphanages are meant to be homes devoted to the care of children who, for various reasons, cannot be cared for by their families. However, in Nigeria, inadequate monitoring and… Read more »
Nigeria: CAF Opens Bid for Youth Competitions, Women's Champions League
Leadership
The Confederation of African Football has opened bids for three of its competitions and CAF awards. Read more »
June 21
Sierra Leone: President Bio Commissions Lumley Children's Hospital
Concord
President Dr. Julius Maada Bio, has on Friday, June 14,officially commissioned the Lumley Children's Hospital dubbed "Paediatric Centre of Excellence." Read more »
Africa: Protecting More Children, Against More Diseases, Faster Than Ever Before - Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance Unveils Plans for Next 5-Year Period [press release]
GAVI
Gavi's new Investment Opportunity outlines plans for the Vaccine Alliance to protect 500 million children, saving over 8 million lives between 2026 and 2030. At a Forum co-hosted… Read more »
Eswatini: Emaswati Dissatisfied With Government Efforts On Child Well-Being
Afrobarometer
Fewer than half of citizens say resources are available in their community to help vulnerable children Read more »
Nigeria: Stand Up Against Hate Speech, Nigerian Youths Told
Vanguard
Director General of the Institute for Peace and Conflict Resolution (IPCR), Dr. Joseph Ochogwu, has charged youths to stand up against hate speech and harmful narratives. Read more »
June 20
Africa: Air Pollution Is Killing Millions Across the Globe, Claims State of Global Air Report
People's Dispatch
Pollution is the second leading cause for death and life long health problems among children. In 2021, it killed over 700,000 children Read more »
South Africa: 'I Had to Beg for My Child's Maintenance Money'
GroundUp
The Department of Justice's payment portal, MojoPay, has suspended electronic payments since May due to suspected fraud Read more »
Nigeria: Court Jails Two Men for Child Theft in Anambra
Premium Times
The convicts were prosecuted by the Anambra State Government. Read more »
South Africa: GNU Must Prioritise Greater Youth Inclusion and Not Deviate From Core ANC Principles - Youth League [analysis]
Daily Maverick
The ANC Youth League has urged the government of national unity to focus on issues critical to young people, such as unemployment, higher education, crime and substance abuse.… Read more »
Africa: Celebrating the Spirit of Youth
UNFPA
In the heart of Malawi, with the backdrop of the vibrant colors of the landscape and the warm smiles of its people, there exists a tale of courage, resilience, and hope that… Read more »
Zimbabwe: Parly Moves to Protect Widows, Orphans
The Herald
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June 19
Africa: Hearing and Healing Survivors of Sexual Violence Is Essential to Lasting Peace
UNFPA
International Day for the Elimination of Sexual Violence in Conflict (19 June) Read more »
Africa: Adequate Healthcare Crucial to Support Survivors of Sexual Violence
UN News
The United Nations on Wednesday commemorated the International Day for the Elimination of Sexual Violence in Conflict, highlighting the vital role hospital's play in helping… Read more »
Algeria: Pre-1995 Youths Not Yet Enlisted Are Exempt From National Service
Algerie Presse Service
The Ministry of the National Defense announced on Wednesday in a statement that young citizens born before 1 January 1995, who have not yet been enlisted, are exempt from national… Read more »
June 13
Africa: The Key to Raising Secure Children - Why Parental Sensitivity Matters for Fathers and Mothers [analysis]
The Conversation Africa
Have you ever heard of children's attachment or attachment theory? If you are a parent, caregiver or an educator, chances are that it rings a bell. Children's attachment refers to… Read more »