SDG10

Climate Change and Its Impact on Vector-Borne diseases in Africa

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Introduction Climate change is one of the most urgent health threats of the 21st century. It drives environmental shifts that directly harm human health. Occurrences of vector-borne diseases are rising rapidly and account for many newly emerging infectious diseases (Swei et al., 2020). Vector-borne diseases are infections transmitted by blood-feeding insects such as mosquitoes, ticks, […]

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Environment, Health, Science
Glass cup filled with assorted coins and a green plant sprouting from the top, representing the concept of investing money in sustainable and thrivable futures.

Why Money Isn’t Enough: Multi-capital Approach to Thrivable Living

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Introduction Money still defines success in much of today’s world. However, the Multi-Capital Approach shows that financial capital alone cannot support thrivable living, resilient societies, or blossoming ecosystems. While money drives decisions in boardrooms and households alike, this narrow focus fails to solve complex challenges like climate change, inequality, and mental health. Indeed, the pandemic

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Education, General, Society

Climate Change affects Health: Rising Risks and Adaptation

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Climate change is not a distant threat, it has become a health emergency affecting communities worldwide. Experts now call climate change ‘the biggest global health threat of the 21st century’ (Romanello et al., 2024), meaning that rising temperatures, shifting weather patterns, and more extreme events are already harming human health. From heatwaves that claim lives

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Environment, Government, Health, Sustainability

Gender Equity In Biodiversity Conservation

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Women play a crucial role in agrobiodiversity and are key decision-makers in biodiversity conservation. However, gender blindness and a lack of gender equality persist, limiting conservation and resilience. Recognising the vital role women play in biodiversity conservation and increasing resilience to climate change is important at the international policy level. This increased recognition will lead

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Environment, Human Rights, Society
Empowering young minds through inclusive and joyful learning environments

Universal Design for Learning: A Framework for Classroom Inclusivity

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Imagine a classroom where every student, regardless of their abilities or background, has an equal opportunity to succeed. This vision lies at the heart of Universal Design for Learning (UDL), an innovative educational framework that redefines how we approach teaching and learning. By focusing on inclusivity and adaptability, UDL ensures that all learners can thrive

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Education, Innovation, Lifestyle
What is the future of gender equality?

Male Birth Control: A Step Towards Shared Responsibility

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Introduction Family planning has long been considered a woman’s responsibility (Christin-Maitre, 2013), leaving men with limited options beyond condoms and vasectomies. However, shifting societal norms and advancements in medical research have reignited discussions about male birth control. More men are expressing an interest in playing an active role in family planning (Martins and Boraas, 2023).

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Health, Innovation, Science
AI in mental health

Exploring the Opportunities and Challenges of AI in Mental Health Care

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Introduction With the rapid advancement of artificial intelligence (AI), its application in the field of mental health is gaining increasing attention. AI in mental health care leverages technologies such as emotion recognition, natural language processing (NLP), and predictive analytics to assist in identifying potential mental health conditions. AI-powered tools can provide emotional regulation support, psychological interventions, and

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Health, Lifestyle, Society
Social Governance

Global Partnership Group BRICS and its Implications

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In recent years, more than 30 new countries have shown interest in joining the BRICS (Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa) bloc to create BRICS+. This allows these nations to act in their respective economic and geopolitical interests. The global partnership group also has the purported capacity to assist and advocate for the Global South

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Government, Human Rights, Society, Sustainability
pinkwashing, the pink tax, rainbow capitalism

Pinkwashing, the Pink Tax, and Rainbow Capitalism

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In today’s marketplace, social causes and identities have become powerful marketing tools. Companies market products as environmentally friendly when they’re not, a practice known as greenwashing. Companies drench products in pink for breast cancer awareness or paste rainbows on logos for Pride, hoping to signal their solidarity with women and LGBTQIA+ communities. Yet, are these

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Lifestyle, Media

Universal Basic Income For Thrivability and Well-being

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Universal Basic Income Definition Universal Basic Income (UBI) is an innovative strategy some countries propose, in which a basic income is available for all. It is a no-strings-attached basic income to ensure needs are met for all individuals (Schroder, et al, 2023). There are overlaps with some social welfare systems globally, but UBI is available

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Human Rights, Innovation, Society
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