Paramount Chief Alhaji Alie Badara Sheriff III died on January 25, 2026. He led Jong Chiefdom with discipline and service. He promoted education, health care, roads, and farming. As a Member of Parliament, he upheld ethics and fairness. He built bridges abroad and strengthened local unity.
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The African Youth Movement (AYM) trains Rwandan youth in leadership and community service. Participants learn public speaking, critical thinking,
and project management. They apply these skills to address local issues, aiming to create positive change in their communities.
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The Journey of Arianna Iovene with AYM Empowering African youth through web design has been the focus of Arianna Iovene, a talented volunteer from Italy. Partnering with the Twenty-First Century African Youth Movement (AYM), Arianna has used her skills to create transformative digital solutions that amplify AYM’s mission of building opportunities for African youth. From
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Raila Odinga’s campaign speech at the African Union highlighted a transformative vision for Africa. His message — “Open Your Mind to a New Africa”— reverberates across the continent, emphasizing the potential of unity, empowerment, and economic transformation. Odinga outlined Africa’s vast resources: strategic minerals, fertile land, and abundant renewable energy. However, he argues these resources
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Luisa Fernanda Cambindo, a petroleum engineer with a strong background in well productivity analysis, is driven and results-focused. She completed her degree at the Industrial University of Santander, where she gained essential technical skills and hands-on experience. Luisa’s work experience includes a university internship at Ecopetrol S.A. from January to July 2023, where she applied
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In a world where migration is often linked to hardship, some young leaders, like Luisa Fernanda Cambino Palacios, choose to make a difference. Through her role with the United Nations Online Volunteering service to the Twenty-First Century African Youth Movement (AYM), Luisa passionately advocates for migrant youth, providing hope and solutions for those facing migration
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By Sharad Pant In 2010-11, I had the privilege of serving as a VSO volunteer in Sierra Leone, living in the small riverside town of Mattru Jong. While exploring the town one Sunday, I came across a building with a signboard displaying “African Youth Movement (AYM).” Curious, I stepped inside, where a group of young
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The Twenty-First Century African Youth Movement (AYM) has welcomed Annie Carlson as its new volunteer video editor. Annie, who holds a Bachelor of Arts degree with a minor in Film and Media Studies, brings a wealth of experience in media and communications to her new role. This opportunity arose through AYM’s partnership with the United
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The night was unforgettable. As the Covenant University Chapel filled with students, faculty, and guests, Dr. David O. Oyedepo took to the stage to receive birthday greetings and expressions of gratitude. This moment wasn’t just a celebration of his life but a transmission of wisdom for all generations. He delivered a powerful message that aligned
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In a keynote address at Covenant University on his 70th birthday, Bishop David Oyedepo made a compelling call for Africa to rethink its education system. Speaking on the topic “There Must be a SHIFT in our Education System,” Oyedepo emphasized the need for Africa to create an education model tailored to its unique challenges, urging
