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
Ensuring equitable polio and routine immunisation coverage in Pakistan
Mariam Malik discusses her role evaluating the effectiveness of polio immunisation strategies in Pakistan.
Leveraging the potential of taxation for sustainable development in Zambia
Twivwe Siwale explains how her work investigating taxation can contribute to economic and development growth in developing countries.
Investigating the impact of the Transgender Persons Act 2018 in Pakistan
Joham Aziz examines the social and economic wellbeing of Pakistan’s transgender community, known as Khawaja Sira, since the introduction of the Transgender Persons Act 2018.
Designing innovative technology to combat the spread of harmful surface bacteria
Henry Agbe explains the importance of nanotechnology in developing antibacterial surfaces to reduce the spread of infection in the hospital environment, to modify the surface of biomaterials, and inactivate microorganisms in drinking water.
Delivering inclusive access to sexual and reproductive health and family planning information and services for marginalised communities in Kenya
Hezron Ochieng shares the importance of equity and inclusion in delivering sexual and reproductive health and family planning information and services for marginalised communities in Kenya.
Developing a holistic approach to conservation ecology in the Olifants River Basin
Ancois de Villiers promotes the importance of combining natural and social science approaches to address climate-related environmental challenges.
Decolonising the African media landscape
Nabila Okino shares how she founded ‘The Continental Approach’, a women-led and African-owned media company for African voices and narratives to share knowledge, promote African experiences, and influence policy makers.
Driving positive change for children with spina bifida and related disabilities in Nigeria
Afolabi Fajemilo shares how he founded the Festus Fajemilo Foundation to improve healthcare for those with spina bifida and hydrocephalus in Nigeria and the ongoing impact of its programmes and activities
Protecting Malaysia’s biological diversity
Yew Aun Quek promotes the importance of biodiversity conservation and environmental education in Malaysia
Maintaining the Backbone of Kenya’s Economy
Robina B Abuya highlights the impact of climate change on Kenya’s livestock and agricultural sectors and the critical interventions and policies required to support livelihoods, food security, and the economy
