November 04
Nigeria: Tinubu Bows to Pressure, Orders Release of #endbadgovernance Minors
Daily Trust
President Bola Tinubu has ordered release of all minors arrested and detained over #EndBadGovernance protest. Read more »
South Africa: KZN Launches Provincial Integrated Youth Development Strategy
SAnews.gov.za
KwaZulu-Natal Premier, Thamsanqa Ntuli, has unveiled the Provincial Integrated Youth Development Strategy, marking a transformative step towards empowering the province's youth. Read more »
Nigeria: Children As Coup Plotters
Vanguard
The Nigerian Police routinely outcompetes itself in absurdities, but the arraignment of 30 children last week in Abuja by the police for allegedly plotting a coup to topple the… Read more »
Nigeria: #endbadgovernance - Minors Must Be Released and Compensated, Tijaniyya Leader Tells Tinubu
Daily Trust
The Youth Leader of the Tijaniyya Islamic Movement in Africa, Sheikh Ahmed Umar, has called on President Bola Tinubu, to as a matter of urgency, issue an 'Executive order' for the… Read more »
Nigeria: Yobe Launches Campaign to Reduce Out-of-School Children
Daily Trust
The Yobe State Government has launched a back-to-school campaign in Bursali, Gujba and Geidam local government areas to tackle the high numbers of out-of-school children. Read more »
Nigeria: Fintiri Launches N3bn Business Initiative for 60,000 Women, Youths in Adamawa
Daily Trust
Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri of Adamawa State has introduced the Fintiri Business Wallet initiative, a new programme aimed at empowering 60,000 women and youths in the state by… Read more »
Nigeria: Wema Bank's Alat Xplore - Pioneering Financial Literacy With Nigeria's 1st Teen Banking App
This Day
Oluchi Chibuzor writes on Wema Bank's ALAT Xplore App, Nigeria's first licensed banking App tailored specifically to teenagers ages 13 to 17 Read more »
Nigeria: A Most Disturbing Court Scene
This Day
The rights of children must be protected Read more »
November 03
Nigeria: Endbadgovernance Protests - Rage Over Trial of 72 Minors
Vanguard
·Correctional Service says it shunned remand request Read more »
November 01
Uganda: 3 Children Found 'Beheaded' Near Sudanese Refugee Camp in Uganda
Dabanga
Panic gripped Sudanese refugees in Uganda's Kiryandongo camp when the bodies of three Ugandan children were reportedly found beheaded near Bilal ibn Rabah school last week. The… Read more »
Nigeria: Strengthening Maternal Death Reviews for Quality Maternity Care in Nigeria [blog]
Nigeria Health Watch
Every day, women in Nigeria, embark on a journey from pregnancy and childbirth, with the expectation of a successful outcome. Unfortunately for some, this journey ends in maternal… Read more »
Africa: Transforming Africa With the Power of Education
IPS
Africa Youth Day Statement by Education Cannot Wait Executive Director Yasmine Sherif Read more »
October 31
Congo-Kinshasa: Democratic Republic of the Congo Launches Malaria Vaccine Into Routine Immunisation
GAVI
The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) has reached a major public health milestone by successfully integrating the malaria vaccine into its national routine immunization… Read more »
Zimbabwe: Children in Zimbabwe Trapped in Statelessness As Bureaucratic Failures Persist
263Chat
Thousands of children in Zimbabwe are at risk of statelessness due to the government's failure to address a growing crisis that violates their basic rights. Read more »
Nigeria: Children Beggars On Abuja Streets
This Day
Wike's war on beggars is in order Read more »
Nigeria: Nigeria Must Prioritise Infant Health to Reduce Mortality Rates - - Experts
Vanguard
·Link 50% of deaths to malnutrition, as IMCI seeks to check child deaths Read more »
Zimbabwe: Zimbabwe Delegation in China
The Herald
A Zimbabwean delegation led by Youth Empowerment, Development and Vocational Training Deputy Minister Kudakwashe Mupamhanga is currently in China at the invitation of the Chinese… Read more »
Liberia: CDC Youth League Wants Lawmakers Expelled
New Republic
The Youth League of the main opposition Congress for Democratic Change (CDC) has condemned a coup attempt intended to remove Speaker J. Fonati Koffa. Read more »
Liberia: 'Original Countryman' Inspires Over 500 Youths
New Dawn
A former representative candidate for Montserrado County District#11, Dr. Thomas Nimene Tweh, Jr., alias "Original Countryman," inspires young people here to embrace business… Read more »
Nigeria: My-G - Catering to the Entertainment, Connectivity Needs of Young Nigerians
This Day
My-G, an innovative and affordable data offering, was recently introduced by Globacom to cater to the entertainment and connectivity needs of young Nigerians. Read more »
October 30
Gambia: Irregular Migration and Youth Unemployment
Foroyaa
In spite of the increasing number of reports of deaths at sea of Gambians and other West Africans who risk their lives to venture into a perilous journey across the Atlantic Ocean… Read more »
Namibia: SOS Children's Village, a Haven for the Namibian Child
New Era
It was in 2011 when Enigard Nenghwanya entered the doors of the SOS Children's Village in Khomasdal to seek refuge and comfort, and ultimately have some place to call home. Read more »
October 29
Uganda: Govt Launches Nationwide Child-Centric Sickle Cell Disease Program to Curb Infant Mortality
Nile Post
The Ministry of Health, in partnership with key stakeholders, has launched a comprehensive program to address the urgent issue of sickle cell disease (SCD) among children in… Read more »
Mauritius: Building a Sustainable Future - Islandwatch Programme and Youth SDG Photo Competition Launched
Government of Mauritius
The IslandWatch Programme, aimed at strengthening the capacity of Mauritius and other island nations to monitor and protect their ecosystems and support global efforts to combat… Read more »
Nigeria: My Administration Restored Hope to Edo Youths - Obaseki
Leadership
The Edo State Governor, Godwin Obaseki, has said his government in the last eight years focused on improving the lives of Edo people, creating opportunities and restoring the hope… Read more »
