
The average unemployment rate for women in Africa is 9.94%. This is according to the 2019 study by the World Bank. It was based on 52 countries, with South Africa having the largest rate and Niger the lowest. YUVA Intern Ling Sheperd took a closer look at the various challenges influencing women’s unemployment.

7 April commemorates the observance of World Health Day each year. From its beginning in 1948 at the First Health Assembly and ever since coming into effect in 1950, compliance has intended to generate awareness of a particular health issue to emphasise a specific topic of interest for the World Health Organization (WHO). The past…

International Day of Conscience (IDC) is celebrated annually on the 5th of April by the United Nations (UN). This day encourages people to self-reflect, go with their conscience, and do the right things. IDC was observed for the first time in 2020. The UN proclaims 5th April as International Day of Conscience, intending to ensure…