Artificial Intelligence Trilogy
The factory worker whose job is automated away by an AI-powered robot arm. The call centre representative replaced by a chatbot. The junior analyst whose research tasks are now handled by AI. These stories dominate public discussions about AI and work, fuelling fears that millions of jobs will simply vanish with AI. While early research […]
Artificial Intelligence Trilogy
Artificial Intelligence (AI) dominates headlines every day, and is being increasingly introduced into our workplaces. Yet, while we may use it to help us write an email, get a quick medical “diagnosis”, or talk about our mental health, insufficient attention is being paid to the effect its introduction may have on inequality, at least not […]
WASH Trilogy
Climate change is threatening access to clean water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) worldwide. Extreme weather events, rising sea levels, and prolonged droughts are worsening water insecurity, especially for vulnerable communities. Experts stress the urgent need for climate-resilient WASH solutions to prevent health crises and infrastructure collapse. Innovation, investment, and collaboration are key to ensuring sustainable […]
WASH Trilogy
Limited access to clean water and sanitation disproportionately affects women and girls, reinforcing deep-rooted gender inequalities. Every day, millions of women spend hours collecting water, missing out on education and economic opportunities. Inadequate WASH facilities increase health risks, exposure to violence, and social stigma, particularly for adolescent girls. Investing in gender-inclusive WASH solutions can empower […]
WASH Trilogy
Access to clean water, sanitation, and hygiene is a fundamental human right, yet millions worldwide still lack it. Poor WASH services not only fuel the spread of diseases but also hinder education, economic growth, and gender equality. In schools, inadequate sanitation can reduce attendance, especially for girls, while in refugee camps, unsafe water creates daily […]
Sustainable Cities Trilogy
The rise of innovation in government provides one of the key opportunities to build more sustainable cities. ‘Smart’ cities, characterized by using technologies such as sensors and advanced data analytics, are powering new forms of urban governance and decision-making. Global spending on smart city initiatives is forecasted to exceed USD 440 billion in 2025, with a […]
Sustainable Cities Trilogy
Over half the world’s population currently reside in cities, a figure projected to grow to nearly 70% by 2050. Despite occupying only 3% of the planet’s land, cities account for over 70% of carbon emissions and resource consumption, putting them at the forefront of climate mitigation and sustainability needs. This concentration of people, consumption, and […]
Sustainable Cities Trilogy
Over 3.3 billion people live in regions that are highly vulnerable to climate change, and global average annual losses arising from disasters could reach 415 billion USD by 2030. In fact, 83% of the world’s cities are reporting significant climate hazards as of 2024, such as flooding, extreme heat, drought, heavy rain, and wildfires. By […]
Migration Trilogy
This article discusses the foundational role of data in policy-making, the importance of investment for sustainable migration solutions, and the critical role of health systems in integrating migrants. As of 2023, over USD 650 billion in remittances were sent back to home countries, nonetheless, channelling the benefits of refugees and migrants requires good data, especially […]
Migration Trilogy
After establishing that refugees are a natural global phenomenon, we now turn to their integration, the economic challenges and opportunities they create for host countries, and the growing role of climate change in shaping migration patterns. Aside from politicizations, experts agree that hosting migrants can be a win-win situation, however, this requires cooperation, data-driven policies […]