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Will Kenya’s $1 Billion Peace Fund End Western Military Dependence?
President Ruto proposes a $1B AU Peace Fund to end dependency on Western military forces and address crises like Sudan and the DRC with African-led solutions.
Why Is Africa Still Hungry? The Debt Trap Exposed
The African Union’s 2026 report reveals how war and a massive debt crisis prevent ‘Zero Hunger.’ Explore why debt justice is key to the future.
Why UN Security Council Reform for Africa Matters in 2026
UN Secretary-General António Guterres told the African Union Summit that the absence of a permanent African seat on the Security Council is “indefensible.”
Why Clear Vision is the New Frontier for Nigerian Women’s Rights
Explore how vision care acts as a structural barrier to justice for Nigerian women and learn about the intersection of health, law, and economic empowerment.
Is Federal Protection Gone for Black Students in Pennsylvania?
As the US Department of Education dismantles oversight, families in Pennsylvania face a lack of federal protection against systemic racial bullying in schools.
Why Black Leaders Want a $200 Million Permanent Endowment
The Black Freedom Fund is seeking a $200 million permanent endowment to provide lasting stability for Black-led organizations.
Why Trump’s New Voting Rights Ultimatum Risks Black Voices
Explore how the Save America Act and new citizenship proof requirements could create barriers for Black voters ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.
Haiti Child Gang Recruitment Solutions and The Long Shadow of Debt
Explore the roots of Haiti’s gang crisis, from historical debts to child recruitment solutions discussed at CSW70 and the new Gang Suppression Force mandate.
Why African Women in the Diaspora Demand Justice at UN CSW70
The 70th Session of the Commission on the Status of Women opened at the UN today with a specific focus on “strengthening access to justice.”
Why the NAACP Census Counting Challenge Matters for Our Future
The NAACP filed a legal motion today challenging current attempts to change how the U.S. Census counts people.
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