AFRICA: Sudan consistent war crimes have led to the rallying cries of the “End the Wars” and “Peace in our Land” campaign. The united nation estimated that over 300 000 people died and about 2.6 million were displaced during the first Darfurian conflict. The 40-year long war it engaged with south Sudan led to its secession, and the call for peace has been long overdue. However, analysts say that perilous time lies ahead and all Sudanese must be patient for peace to have its way.

COVID-19: The insurgencies sponsored globally as a result of the pandemic have increasingly brought concerns to global leaders as they fear the uprising of right-wing extremism. The logic behind the agitation is that these extremists could capitalize on social movements such as #BlackLivesMatter #MeToo, #EndSars to propagate violence and crimes against humanity.

The impacts of the pandemic restrictions have placed over-reaching consequences on the access to health care facilities. These restrictions have led to increasing health complications and mental illnesses. The lockdown has indeed created challenges to pre-existing medical conditions, leading to complications.

POLLUTION: Fishermen in Trinidad and Tobago have raised alarm about a sinking ship vessel in the Caribbean. The shipping vessel known as the Nabarima is Venezuelan owned in conjunction with Italian Energy Giant, ENI. The Nabarima is recorded to have a length of 264 meters and oil capacity of 1.4 million barrels. If the oil spills it would be five times worse than the Exxon Valdez Oil Spill of Alaska in 1989.

UNITED NATIONS: With remaining a decade to go, the UN have called upon private investors to pool their resources together in order to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals by 2030. These investors are to portray their social responsibilities by financing systemic issues facing the environment and human prosperity.

The United Nations Development Program (UNDP) has empowered women to take a leading role in the fight against climate change. According to their predisposition, women should not be seen as mere victims of climate change but should be viewed as environmental stewards capable of effecting change in their locality. Their impact is greatly felt due to crucial roles they play in their families and communities.