Youth
The Easter Monday Dublin derby in Tallaght saw Bohemians rise from the dead as they trailed 2-0 with 20 minutes to go but went on to win against Shamrock Rovers. The visitors' Rhys Brennan scored in the sixth minute of injury time to earn the win, while Dawson Devoy
Professional soccer
Former Linfield teenager Ceadach O'Neill, who only made his senior Blues debut last summer, has signed his first professional contract with Arsenal after impressing with the club's U18 team. The 17-year-old has made 16 appearances in the Premier League for the U18 team, scoring five times
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Social media giant Instagram has announced major changes to the app aimed at improving safety and reducing harm for teenage users. Under the new system, teenagers under 16 will be automatically placed into a "teen account" with strict default settings, such as private accounts, limited messaging restrictions, and
Political protest
Africa's demographic bulge, with more than 400 million people aged between 18 and 35, finds itself at a crossroads. A disillusioned generation blames the ruling political classes for missed economic opportunities, leading to youth-led protests in several African countries. In Kenya, protests against corruption and high taxes have
Activists
African youth are positioned to become the drivers of sustainable development, peace, and security on the continent, according to Vice President Jeremiah Kpan Koung of Liberia. Speaking at the opening ceremony of the 11th Cohort of the Young Political Leadership School Africa, Koung emphasized the critical role young people play
Youth
Rising protests against hunger in Nigeria have highlighted the pervasive nature of this issue, affecting millions of citizens. While protests are a legitimate means of voicing concerns, the recent demonstrations in Nigeria have taken a destructive turn, undermining the very essence of their cause. The federal, state, and local governments
Activists
The recent wave of youth protests across several African countries, including Kenya, Uganda, and Nigeria, is deeply connected to the high levels of debt accumulated by their governments, according to experts. The protests, characterized by demands for better governance and an end to fiscal mismanagement, are a reflection of the
Youth
Rising protests against hunger in Nigeria have highlighted the pervasive nature of this issue, affecting millions of citizens. While protests are a legitimate means of voicing concerns, the recent demonstrations in Nigeria have taken a destructive turn, undermining the very essence of their cause. The federal, state, and local governments
Youth
The Nigeria Ethnic Nationality Youth Leaders, Worldwide (NENYLCW), comprising over 407 groups, has appealed to Nigerians to engage in constructive dialogue with the federal government, instead of embarking on a nationwide protest scheduled for August 1, 2024. The President General of NENYLCW, Comrade Terry Obieh, emphasized that the economic hardships
Student protests
In Africa, the continent's youth have historically played a vital role in shaping the political landscape, with notable examples such as Kwame Nkrumah's use of the Varenda Boys to fight for Ghana's independence and the ANC's mobilization of student movements to defeat
Youth
In a bold pushback against decades of poor governance, unemployment, and limited opportunities, a new generation of young Africans is taking to the streets, social media, and town halls to demand change from their leaders. This surge in activism, marked by protests and digital mobilization, is a stark warning to
Youth
As a youthful generation in Africa takes to the streets demanding change, the protests in Kenya and other nations serve as a stark warning to Nigerian leaders. With one of the world's youngest populations, Africa has a large number of people under the age of 25, offering opportunities
