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Thinking Big, Leading Boldly: My Reflections from the Think Big Spring Conference

Yesterday, I had the privilege of attending the Think Big Spring Conference at Bristol’s City Hall and it was one of those rare spaces where we experience a careful intersection between aspiration and inspiration. The day’s event reminded me why we come to Bristol with intention to grow, to connect, and to prepare ourselves to solve real problems in real communities across the world....

Thinking Big, Leading Boldly: My Reflections from the Think Big Spring Conference Yesterday, I had the privilege of attending the Think Big Spring Conference at Bristol’s City Hall and it was one of those rare spaces where we experience a careful intersection between aspiration …

Wisdom is built when you feel good about others.

inspires the coffee life on me especially now that winter is still here.

New Publication Alert!

You’re welcome to dive into my latest analysis on Democracy in Africa “Rethinking Africa’s Continuous Participation in the United Nations: A Case for UN Headquarters’ Relocation.”

I take on a bold and timely question: Can the UN truly be universal if nearly 10 % of its membership faces barriers to physically participate in its core decision-making space, and what would relocating the headquarters mean for Africa and global multilateralism?

From travel bans shaping diplomacy to the promise of shifting the centre of global governance, this piece challenges how we think about inclusion, equity, and Africa’s role on the world stage.

https://democracyinafrica.org/rethinking-africas-continuous-participation-in-the-united-nations-a-case-for-un-headquarters-relocation/

Read, react, and join the conversation — your perspective matters! 

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Rethinking Africa’s Continuous Participation in the United Nations: A Case for UN Headquarters’ Relocation | Democracy in Africa international relationsSecurityUnited NationsRethinking Africa’s Continuous Participation in the United Nations: A Case for UN Headquarters’ Relocation Alusine Diamond-Suma2 hours ago12 hours ago5 mins In 2025, access to the United Nations Headquarters has become a policy issue rather than a pro...

It is never too late to apply for a fully funded Mountaintop International Emerging Leaders Fellowship....Only 3 days left,,,

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Call for applications
AIDS 2026 prevention ambassador fellowship
Closing date: 15 February 2026, 23:00 CE

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SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITY FOR MEDICAL STUDENT

Wolfson is delighted to announce the establishment of the Bongani Mayosi Scholarship, named in memory of Professor Bongani Mayosi, a Wolfson graduate and one of the world’s leading cardiologists and most revered doctors in Africa.

Available to a Master’s student from Africa for each of the next five years beginning in October 2026, this funding will cover tuition fees and living expenses for taught postgraduate studies at Oxford University, in any field.

The funding for this scholarship comes from Wolfson’s own resources and a significant contribution from the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Programme at the University of Oxford, coordinated by the Africa Oxford Initiative (AfOx).

Full details can be found on our website.

Wolfson announces the Bongani Mayosi Scholarship for African students - Wolfson College Wolfson College announces the Bongani Mayosi Scholarship, named in memory of one of the world’s leading cardiologists.

Did you know that the Government of Ireland International Education Scholarship (GOI-IES) is now open? 🇮🇪✨
https://hea.ie/policy/internationalisation/goi-ies/

Applications officially opened on 29 January and will close on 12 March at 5:00 p.m. Irish time.

As a proud recipient of this scholarship, I can confidently say it is a truly life-changing opportunity — academically, professionally, and personally.

-IES

Government of Ireland International Education Scholarships | Higher Education Authority Government of Ireland International Education Scholarships 2026 Call Open     →

42 Women in the Parliament of Sierra Leone, Yet Missing from the Constitutional Amendment Conversation?

Over the past week, Sierra Leone’s media houses are deservedly praised for opening space for public constitutional engagement. They have hosted multiple discussions featuring legislators and political party representatives. However, the dominant voices in these conversations remain overwhelmingly male. Even more striking, at the pre-legislative hearing, the high table itself reflected 10 male legislators (Clerk of parliament, SLPP & APC) to just 1 female (Hon. Veronica Kadie Sesay – SLPP)...

42 Women in the Parliament of Sierra Leone, Yet Missing from the Constitutional Amendment Conversation? Over the past week, Sierra Leone’s media houses are deservedly praised for opening space for public constitutional engagement. They have hosted multiple discussions featuring legislators and politi…

global lounge is one of the best in the UK. The facilities here are top notch. Amazing atmosphere of learning and networking .

overlooking . I explore this route at least three times a week for lectures. It’s so refreshing - even at winter. . Thumbs up if you’ve climbed park street.