Development impact stories
Read in further detail how Commonwealth Alumni have made an impact within their organisations and communities, and across nations and internationally, as described in the articles below

Pioneering rapid genome sequencing for COVID-19 surveillance in the Caribbean
by Evangeline Arethwala | Nov 14, 2024 | Strengthening health systems and capacity
Dr Christine Carrington shares the impact of her pioneering rapid genome sequencing of SARS-CoV-2 in improving the COVID-19 pandemic response and public health decision-making in the Caribbean.

Strengthening local forest governance in Cameroon
by Evangeline Arethwala | Nov 13, 2024 | Strengthening resilience and response to crises
Emmanuel Suka discusses his work in policy development and forest management to restore degraded landscapes and build capacity for forest conservation practices in Cameroon.

Implementing the World Bank’s Environment and Social Framework in CARICOM
by Evangeline Arethwala | Nov 1, 2024 | Strengthening resilience and response to crises
Chanelle Fingal-Robinson discusses her work as a Social Development expert leading on implementing the World Bank’s Environmental and Social Framework across the Caribbean.

Leveraging geographic information system (GIS) for climate action in Malawi
by Evangeline Arethwala | Oct 23, 2024 | Strengthening resilience and response to crises
Blessings Chiepa discusses how geographical information system (GIS) technology is addressing climate change concerns in Malawi.

Championing human rights in Nigeria through education and legal support
by Kirsty Scott | Jul 29, 2024 | Access, inclusion and opportunity
Akebin Imiete Onyighi discusses his career as a passionate human rights defender and the importance of civic education for the protection of human rights.

Delivering digital payment programmes in east Africa
by Kirsty Scott | Jul 19, 2024 | Access, inclusion and opportunity
Sibongani Kayola shares her work delivering humanitarian aid on the front line of today’s biggest crises.

Supporting communities threatened by climate change in Namibia
by Kirsty Scott | Jul 19, 2024 | Strengthening resilience and response to crises
Maria Shimhanda reflects on her contributions building the climate resilience of vulnerable communities in climate threatened landscapes in Namibia.

The COVID catalyst: reshaping mental health care in the Caribbean
by Kirsty Scott | Jul 17, 2024 | Strengthening health systems and capacity
Jo-Nelle Matara Walsh shares her journey advocating for mental health awareness and services in Antigua and Barbuda.

The role of earthquake engineering in hydropower projects in Pakistan
by Kirsty Scott | Jun 27, 2024 | Science and technology for development
Waseem Akhtar highlights the multiple benefits of dams and hydropower projects in generating renewable energy and providing water storage capacity to combat severe flooding.

Improving access to sexual and reproductive health services for adolescents and youth
by Evangeline Arethwala | Jun 10, 2024 | Strengthening health systems and capacity
Dr Jacqueline N Fonkwo discusses her work in designing and implementing health strategies for adolescent and youth.