The Commonwealth Youth Awards for Excellence in Development Work aims to recognise and celebrate young people (aged 15 – 29) in the Commonwealth who are spearheading impactful, sustainable development work in their communities. Applications close in just over 10 days on 17 October. The main objectives of the Commonwealth Youth Awards are to: • Celebrate Youth Impact on the Sustainable Development Goals • Encourage Youth-Led Development • Showcase Talent and Creativity • Inspire Excellence • Promote the Role of Youth in Media for Development Nomination Requirements: The nominee must be a Commonwealth citizen aged 15-29 years old and the development work must be taking place in a Commonwealth member country; must have been engaged in development work for more than 12 months, either in a professional or voluntary capacity. To find out more details, please click here: https://commonwealth-youthexcellence.awardsplatform.com/ Good luck to all who enter or are nominated! (fb)

Happy National Day, Lesotho! On October 4, 1966, Lesotho emerged as a proud and independent kingdom, nestled high in the mountains of Southern Africa. Today, we celebrate its rich heritage, enduring monarchy, and the strength of its people. Did you know? Lesotho is the only country in the world that lies entirely above 1,000 meters in elevation, earning it the name “The Kingdom in the Sky.” It is a major source of water for South Africa, with the Lesotho Highlands Water Project being one of Africa’s most ambitious infrastructure achievements. Lesotho remains one of the few constitutional monarchies in Africa, with deep-rooted traditions and cultural pride. The iconic Basotho blanket and mokorotlo hat are symbols of identity worn with honor and heritage. Wishing the people of Lesotho a joyful celebration filled with peace, unity, and national pride. Khotso, Pula, Nala – Peace, Rain, Prosperity! #Lesotho #IndependenceDay #October4 #KingdomInTheSky #BasothoPride #AfricanHeritage #OneNationOnePeople #LesothoRising (fb)