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The challenge of demographic growth in Africa

Introduction The growth of African populations and the increase in the number of poor people have proven to be a challenge for countries, raising humanitarian and development crises that, if not safeguarded, will lead to the collapse of the continent.   Population Growth: Prospects for Development or Utopia Population growth

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South Africa’s Stationery Lists Causes Anxiety to Parents

Introduction It had been an overwhelmingly, frustrating January that left parents disheartened as the school holidays ended, and it was time to get ready for school. South African parents were left shocked by the school stationery lists in the new year, which include items like macaroni, beans, and cosmetics, as

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Humanitarian Surveillance and Sustainable Development

Introduction The concept of sustainable development has gained important contours and milestones since its adoption in 1972, in Stockholm, Sweden at the conference on Environment and Development, to respond to the demands of the need for conservation in the nature of extinction.   What is Sustainable Development? Sustainable Development is

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ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE: A UNIQUE OPPORTUNITY FOR AFRICA

Introduction  Artificial Intelligence (AI) is a fast-growing technology with the potential to transform many aspects of our lives. It is already being used in a variety of applications, including facial recognition, machine translation, and autonomous driving. Africa is a continent with the potential to benefit significantly from AI. The continent

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Professional Conduct for Teachers in the School Environment

Introduction High school teachers play an influential role in shaping the academic and personal development of their students. However, maintaining professionalism is critical to creating a safe and respectful environment. While being approachable is important, boundaries must be upheld to ensure the integrity of the teaching profession.   Balancing Friendliness

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