Natural and Economic Systems, Disaster Risks, Vulnerability, and Community Responses in Burkina Faso: An Interdisciplinary Approach
ABSTRACT This study examines climate variability and change, focusing on the Sahel region, notably Burkina Faso. The region faces an increase in extreme weather events, whose multidimensional impacts affect the biophysical environment and the stability of local socioeconomic systems. These challenges underscore the urgent need to strengthen adaptation and mitigation strategies in response to these […]
Effectiveness of Integrated Vector Management for Controlling Aedes Aegypti and Aedes Albopictus Mosquitos and Managing Dengue in Tharu Village, Chitwan, Nepal
ABSTRACT The study evaluated the effectiveness of tailored Integrated Vector Management (IVM) in controlling Aedes aegypti and Aedes albopictus mosquito populations and managing dengue fever in Tharu village, Chitwan, Nepal. The IVM strategy, informed by the Ecosystem-Based Management (EBM), Health Belief Model (HBM), and Social-Ecological Model (SEM), combined larviciding, source reduction, environmental sanitation, and […]
From Lifeline to Lifeblood: Reframing Food Diplomacy to improve Health Outcomes and meaningfully combat Food Insecurity
ABSTRACT Food security remains an urgent and multifaceted challenge, particularly in the developing world, where it intersects with conflict, poverty, and anthropogenic climate change. This paper explores how food insecurity is both a cause and consequence of geopolitical instability, exacerbated by war, ethnic marginalization, socio-economic inequality, and the politicization of humanitarian aid. While food […]
Healthcare Access for Indigenous Communities in Rural Canada: A Narrative Review and Interdisciplinary Framework for Action
ABSTRACT Indigenous communities in rural Canada face persistent barriers to accessing equitable healthcare services. These challenges stem from a confluence of factors, including geographic isolation, systemic racism, jurisdictional complexities, and cultural insensitivity within healthcare systems. This narrative review examines these multifaceted barriers and proposes an interdisciplinary framework to enhance healthcare access for Indigenous populations in […]
Cultural and Religious Modern Values in the Indian Mediation System
ABSTRACT Many disputes depend on cultural barriers. Due to this, clear communication and effective resolution across the globe are impossible. Religious leaders and diplomats must take part in effective mediation to enable the parties to resolve the dispute. Otherwise, if the resolution does not come forth, war is possible. This paper investigates the foundations and […]
Base Erosion-Profit Shifting Challenges in the Digital Economy in Sub-Saharan Africa: A Framework for Fairer Tax Treaty Cooperation
ABSTRACT The digital economy has created profound challenges for global tax systems, particularly in Sub-Saharan Africa, where traditional frameworks based on physical presence are inadequate for addressing the complexities of modern trade. This paper delves into the intricacies of base erosion and profit shifting (BEPS) practices that have drained vital tax revenues from the […]
Would Africa’s Lag To Modernity Not Be An Opportunity For So-Called Civilized Nations To Build A Better World?
ABSTRACT Using the case study Ellet framework, the author examines to what extent boosting Africa’s rise is a global opportunity for so-called civilized nations to make a better world. Africans are facing an array of challenges. Most people consider that Africa needs to develop to reduce poverty and inequality, while issues like education, demography, […]
Preventive Diplomacy in South Sudan: Analyzing Conflict Recurrence, Resolution Dynamics, and Prospects for Early Intervention
A B S T R A C T Preventive diplomacy is a crucial instrument for addressing political instability and violent conflict throughout Africa, especially in fragile states like South Sudan. This study critically examines the recurrence of conflict in South Sudan, with a particular focus on the role of preventive diplomacy in mitigating tensions and […]
The Role of Islamic Finance in Advancing the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs): Case Studies and Critical Gaps in the Banking Sector in ASEAN Countries
ABSTRACT This paper critically examines the extent to which Islamic banks in ASEAN countries genuinely contribute to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) beyond symbolic or performative compliance. While Islamic finance shares many ethical principles with the SDG agenda — such as financial inclusion, equitable growth, and environmental stewardship — there is growing […]
The Role of Human Capital in Economic Growth: Education as a Driver of Development in Kenya
A R T I C L E I N F O A B S T R A C T Article history: Received: 04/11/2025 Accepted: 05/11/2025 Posted Online: 05/11/2025 This paper critically examines the role of human capital, particularly education, in driving economic growth in Kenya. While gains in access have contributed to rising literacy […]
