Jimmy Asiku highlights the importance of coordinating local and international stakeholders to build disaster preparedness at the community level in Mount Elgon, Uganda.
Alumni
Building a common future: The impact of Commonwealth Scholarships and Fellowships
The Commonwealth Scholarship Commission (CSC) represents a vivid and enduring demonstration of the UK’s commitment to the Commonwealth. Within our recently launched impact report, we highlight the influence that Commonwealth Alumni create once they have completed...
Pioneering rapid genome sequencing for COVID-19 surveillance in the Caribbean
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Jo-Nelle Matara Walsh shares her journey advocating for mental health awareness and services in Antigua and Barbuda.
