Southern Africa’s young people are often portrayed asapathetic, disengaged, orpolitically uninterested, especially in elections and democratic processes. Yet while this characterization might be convenient for quick explanations of their generally low participation, it oftenobscuresa more complex pattern of disillusionment, selective participation, and alternative forms of political expression. Essentially, a simple explanation risks mistaking refusal for…
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Accra (Ghana). From 7 to 11 September 2026, the first edition took place at Accra of the West Africa Youth Day, a historic event promoted by the Regional Episcopal Conference of West Africa (RECOWA/CERAO). For the first time, the bishops of West Africa organized a continental gathering inspired by World Youth Day, aiming to offer…
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