South Africa marked International Nelson Mandela Day on July 18 with government-led and private sector initiatives, global cultural events, and renewed calls for social cohesion.Observed every year on 18 July, South Africans and communities worldwide are encouraged to spend 67 minutes helping others. This year, the day was commemorated under the theme: "It is still in our hands to combat poverty and inequity," with the call to action: "It is in your hands now. Nhlanhla Mahlangu reports.

South Africa marked International Nelson Mandela Day on July 18 with government-led and private sector initiatives, global cultural events, and renewed calls for social cohesion.Observed every year on 18 July, South Africans and communities worldwide are encouraged to spend 67 minutes helping others. This year, the day was commemorated under the theme: "It is still in our hands to combat poverty and inequity," with the call to action: "It is in your hands now. Nhlanhla Mahlangu reports.

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South Africans honour Mandela with 67 minutes of service to fight poverty and inequality

It's time now for the Friday edition of The Discourse, and this morning we're focusing on the lasting impact of political violence on children and young people in Africa. While conflict often grabs headlines for its immediate toll, new research suggests its effects can persist for years, increasing the risk of emotional, physical and sexual violence long after the fighting has ended. The study, spanning nine African countries, highlights what researchers describe as the long shadow of political violence. To unpack the findings and what they mean for policymakers and communities, Peter Ndoro spoke to Dr Olusegun Fadare, Lecturer in Development Economics at the University of Greenwich and co-author of the study

It's time now for the Friday edition of The Discourse, and this morning we're focusing on the lasting impact of political violence on children and young people in Africa. While conflict often grabs headlines for its immediate toll, new research suggests its effects can persist for years, increasing the risk of emotional, physical and sexual violence long after the fighting has ended. The study, spanning nine African countries, highlights what researchers describe as the long shadow of political violence. To unpack the findings and what they mean for policymakers and communities, Peter Ndoro spoke to Dr Olusegun Fadare, Lecturer in Development Economics at the University of Greenwich and co-author of the study

University of Greenwich Study finds Africa's Political Violence Leaves Children  Prone To Emotional, Physical and Sexual Violence in Adulthood 

We now look at some of the stories making headlines in the Central Africa region. We speak to Aaron Nga'mbi, Geopolitical Analyst

We now look at some of the stories making headlines in the Central Africa region. We speak to Aaron Nga'mbi, Geopolitical Analyst

Geopolitical analyst, Aaron Nga'mbi unpacks Central Africa's top stories

The latest Henley Passport Index has revealed a widening gap in global travel freedom, with Singapore retaining the world's most powerful passport, offering visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 192 destinations. While global mobility has more than doubled over the past two decades, the report also highlights growing geopolitical inequalities, with conflict, diplomacy, and economic influence increasingly shaping passport strength. The research comes at a time when the Global Peace Index paints its bleakest picture in 20 years, revealing that the world is experiencing its highest number of conflicts since the Second World War. To unpack the findings, we spoke to Raymond Nel Associate Director Private Clients at Henley & Partners

The latest Henley Passport Index has revealed a widening gap in global travel freedom, with Singapore retaining the world's most powerful passport, offering visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 192 destinations. While global mobility has more than doubled over the past two decades, the report also highlights growing geopolitical inequalities, with conflict, diplomacy, and economic influence increasingly shaping passport strength. The research comes at a time when the Global Peace Index paints its bleakest picture in 20 years, revealing that the world is experiencing its highest number of conflicts since the Second World War. To unpack the findings, we spoke to Raymond Nel Associate Director Private Clients at Henley &amp; Partners

South Africans honour Mandela with 67 minutes of service to fight poverty and inequality

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