The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) struggles to empower small businesses due to infrastructure and border issues. Meanwhile, Togo is boosting its tech sector by assembling local computers, and Egypt's "Garbage City" recyclers are thriving from increased demand for local plastics amid import disruptions.
Despite the African Continental Free Trade Area's (AfCFTA) aim to empower small businesses, many still face barriers like poor infrastructure and complex border procedures. Meanwhile, Togo is boosting its tech sector by assembling local computers, and Egypt's 'Garbage City' recyclers are thriving due to increased demand for local plastics amid import shortages.
Yotam Marom, a key figure in the Occupy Wall Street movement, reflects on its demise due to 'politics of powerlessness' and discusses the left's current path to building strategic power through movements and elected officials.
The All India Chess Federation (AICF) has released quarterly stipends totaling ₹42.3 lakh to 42 top young Indian chess players (U7-U19), aiming to alleviate financial burdens for training and competition, as part of a grassroots development plan.
Darcy Byrne, Labor mayor of Sydney's Inner West Council, is leading a grassroots movement to curb gambling harm, advocating for fewer poker machines in NSW clubs. He compares the poker machine lobby to the US NRA and discussed his successful motion at the NSW Labor conference.
Purnima Devi Barman, a wildlife biologist, founded the Hargila Army, a 20,000-member women-led conservation movement in Assam, India. This initiative has significantly increased the population of the greater adjutant stork (Hargila), transforming it from a disliked bird to a cultural symbol and improving the lives of local women through income generation.
The Greens and David Pocock support a parliamentary inquiry into fossil fuel industry's influence in schools and sports via sponsorships, as exposed by Comms Declare's report highlighting 260+ programs potentially 'petro-grooming' children.
Nigel Farage's Action on World Health campaign is moving to Delaware, US, as a charitable foundation and non-profit. It has hired American lobbyist Gerry Gunster and Farage's friend Andy Wigmore, aiming to replace the WHO, which it claims is too close to China and compromised by private funding.
Wallsend Boys Club, a grassroots team in north Tyneside, has a remarkable history of producing elite footballers, including Alan Shearer and potentially Elliot Anderson, valued at £116m. The club's success is attributed to its strong community focus and emphasis on life skills, not just football.
India secured 24 medals, including seven gold, to finish atop the medal standings at the ISSF Junior World Championship in Suhl, Germany. The contingent demonstrated strong performance across rifle and pistol disciplines, marking a significant achievement for Indian shooting.
With Glastonbury taking a year off, the "Everywhere At Once" festival is filling the gap by showcasing over 2,000 acts at local venues across the UK, highlighting the struggles of grassroots music scenes.
The NBA Rising Stars Invitational in Singapore showcases Asian basketball's diversity, with Rui Hachimura and legends like Lauren Jackson and Mitch Richmond highlighting the importance of pathways for Asian talent to reach the NBA, amid the league's global expansion.
A new super PAC, the Guardrails Alliance, launched by Democratic operatives, aims to support AI legislation and counter anti-regulation efforts in the tech sector. Backed by tech employees and unions, it plans to raise $15 million to support candidates like Alex Bores.
A new roadmap proposes dismantling poverty by redesigning economic systems, moving beyond GDP growth. It emphasizes human rights, social protection, and collective well-being within planetary boundaries, advocating for debt justice and inclusive policy-making.
Costa Rican nonprofit Costas Verdes has restored deforested Pacific coastlines by planting over 100,000 native trees across 34 beaches since 2011, reviving wildlife habitats and combating deforestation from cattle farming.
West Bengal BJP chief Samik Bhattacharya rejected speculation about admitting TMC leaders, calling them 'tainted' and vowing to prevent 'trinamoolisation'. Mamata Banerjee plans a protest against alleged post-poll violence, facing criticism from BJP.
On Biodiversity Day, the UN highlights the critical role of local communities and traditional knowledge in conservation efforts, emphasizing that grassroots actions are vital for global ecological and socio-economic resilience.
Shandong Province is actively promoting cultural resources to grassroots communities, offering tailored classes like square dancing, calligraphy, and opera, enhancing residents' happiness and sense of gain.
Jharkhand govt removed hockey coach Sudhir Golla from Eklavya Hockey Training Centre in Ranchi due to absenteeism and harassment of girl trainees. Hockey India also removed him from U-18 boys' camp. This incident highlights concerns about monitoring in grassroots sports setups.
Jharkhand govt removed hockey coach Sudhir Golla from Eklavya Hockey Training Centre in Ranchi due to absenteeism and harassment of girl trainees. Hockey India also removed him from U-18 boys' camp.
Following a significant electoral setback, Mamata Banerjee has told disgruntled TMC leaders they are free to leave the party, vowing to rebuild it. She urged loyalists to restore party offices and reconnect with workers after the party lost power in West Bengal.
Over 70 parents accuse James 'Jay' Austin, owner of girls' football club Red Star Lionesses, of fraudulently taking over £28,000 for non-existent tournaments, kits, and sessions with Women's Super League players. Austin, with two prior fraud convictions, denies all allegations, citing a civil matter. Investigations by Greater Manchester police and the Football Association are underway.
Jude Felix criticizes Hockey India for removing PR Sreejesh as coach after 15 months, suggesting he could have developed a new generation of goalkeepers. Felix also questions the reliance on foreign coaches and lack of progress in Indian hockey despite investments.
After 10 days of deliberation, Congress selects VD Satheesan as Kerala's CM over KC Venugopal and Ramesh Chennithala, citing alliance support, grassroots sentiment, and public perception.
