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

Shaping democratic processes in Africa

by Kirsty Scott | Jul 17, 2023 | Strengthening global peace, security and governance

Dr Nicole Beardsworth discusses her research contributions in understanding political parties and electoral histories to strengthen democracy in Southern and Eastern Africa.

Developing sustainable long-term management of Malawi’s natural resources

by Kirsty Scott | Jul 6, 2023 | Strengthening resilience and response to crises

Peter Mmora shares his work developing strategic frameworks to improve natural resource management in Malawi and phasing out ozone-depleting substances.

Propelling the agenda for change in Africa

by Kirsty Scott | Feb 15, 2023 | Strengthening global peace, security and governance

Julia Negumbo shares her work at UNSECO and how she is contributing to change in her home country of Namibia and across Africa.

Harnessing the power of waste to deliver clean energy in Ghana

by Kirsty Scott | Jan 31, 2023 | Strengthening resilience and response to crises

Tracy Asamoah shares the potential to turn waste into clean energy in Ghana and the importance of working with communities to achieve change

Deploying emergency healthcare in conflict-affected areas of Cameroon

by Kirsty Scott | Jan 17, 2023 | Strengthening health systems and capacity

Dr Lemonge Norbert Nkapleweh shares his experiences delivering urgent free healthcare in conflict affected regions in Cameroon.

Supporting sustainable education in Maldives and small island states

by Kirsty Scott | Jan 12, 2023 | Strengthening resilience and response to crises

Aminath Shiyama’s work in the Maldives is helping to ensure that education is meeting the unique needs of small island states.

Connecting communities to give young people in Nigeria a voice

by Kirsty Scott | Dec 7, 2022 | Access, inclusion and opportunity

Deborah Adesina shares the importance of community and stakeholder engagement in raising awareness of the United Nation’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Pioneering the pathways for palliative care in Kenya

by Kirsty Scott | Dec 1, 2022 | Strengthening health systems and capacity

Zipporah Ali shares her motivations for and experiences of raising awareness about hospice and palliative care in Kenya.

Dismantling corruption and advocating for women and children in Uganda

by Kirsty Scott | Nov 16, 2022 | Strengthening global peace, security and governance

Monica Kirya discusses her work in tackling corruption and its impact on women and girls in Uganda.

Communicating impact for development projects in Malawi

by Kirsty Scott | Nov 11, 2022 | Strengthening resilience and response to crises

Madalitso Mlava Mbendera shares her insights on the importance of communications and media to the United Nations Development Programme’s work in Malawi

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