Structural Adjustment Policies (SAPs) are economic reforms implemented by countries as a condition for receiving financial assistance from international institutions like the IMF and World Bank. These policies typically include reducing government spending, privatizing state-owned enterprises, liberalizing trade, devaluing currency, and encouraging foreign investment. 

Ethan is deeply in love with Mia, and their connection feels genuine and profound. They have shared countless moments, dreams, and experiences together, building a relationship based on trust and affection. However, Ethan’s world is shaken when he discovers that Mia is not a naturally born person, but a genetically engineered clone. Despite Mia’s assurances that her love for him is real and that she has developed her own identity, Ethan must grapple with whether the bond they’ve formed is strong enough to overcome the fact that she was created, not born, and whether it changes the authenticity of their love

A small NGO in a developing country has two funding options: a large foreign donor offering substantial financial support with strict conditions, or a local foundation providing smaller, unrestricted aid. The foreign aid comes with the promise of scaling operations but requires the NGO to implement programs that may not fully align with the local community's cultural needs, as the donor has set specific goals and oversight protocols. While the funding would allow the NGO to reach a broader audience, it would compromise its ability to independently design programs suited to the local context. On the other hand, the local aid comes with no conditions, giving the NGO complete freedom to tailor its programs to the community’s needs. However, the local funding is limited, which means the NGO can’t expand its reach as significantly.

In Kenya, youth protests have been a significant part of the political landscape in 2024, especially in the context of economic challenges, rising taxes, and the demand for systemic reforms. Youth across the country have mobilized to demand change on issues such as unemployment, education, and economic empowerment

Universal Basic Services (UBS) is a system that guarantees free or affordable access to essential public services, such as healthcare, education, housing, and transportation, aiming to meet basic human needs and promote social equity whereas a Universal Basic Income (UBI) is an unconditional cash payment given monthly to all citizens or residents, regardless of their employment status, to ensure a basic standard of living and reduce poverty. For the purposes of this debate, the amount given to a citizen monthly under a UBI program is proportional to the amount the government would have spent to subsidise the citizen across the various UBS programs.

The Sahel is a region spanning Africa, including countries such as Mali, Niger, Burkina Faso, Chad, and Mauritania. This year, Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger had exited ECOWOS to form the Alliance of Sahel States.

Ubuntu is a Nguni Bantu term from Southern Africa, meaning "humanity" or "I am because we are." It emphasizes the interconnectedness of people and the importance of community, compassion, and mutual support