Berenice Mulubah

  Sustainable Development Goal #1 End Poverty Did you know we have just six years left to achieve the sustainable development goals? In 2015, 193 United Nations member states committed to addressing 17 goals for a sustainable future, with the top priority being the eradication of poverty. Since then, what progress have these countries made in combating poverty? While ending poverty sounds promising, is it truly feasible? Let’s explore this further. Recent statistics show that around 9.2% of the global population, or approximately 700 million people, live in extreme poverty, defined as surviving on less than $1.90 per day. Additionally, about 26% of the global population, or roughly 1.3 billion people, live in moderate poverty, which is defined as living on $1.90 to $3.20 per day. Significant strides have been made in reducing poverty and income inequality over the past few decades, with the percentage of people living in extreme poverty decreasing from about 36% in 1990 to 9.2% in...

  United Nations 17 Sustainable Development Goals   Sustainable Development is a term you might have encountered frequently, but do you really know what it means? If not, let me explain briefly. Sustainable development refers to economic growth that doesn't depletes natural resources or jeopardize future generations. Essentially, it ensures that today's decisions don't negatively impact tomorrow's people. This concept encompasses four main areas: human, social, economic, and environmental.  Next Question! Have you heard of the 2030 Sustainable Development Agenda? It's a global plan that outlines 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to achieved by 2030 for a sustainable future. This framework was adopted by 193 UN member states in 2015. The 17 goals aim to bolster local economies, protect the environment, and ensure the well-being of our planet for future generations.  Examples include promoting renewable energy, making housing more affordable and accessible, recy...