2020 SDG PIONEERS PROGRAMS/AWARDS APPLICATION OPENS

2020 SDG PIONEERS  Programe/Award Application Opens

United Nations Global Compact

UNITED NATIONS, New York, 17 February 2020 — As part of its Making Global Goals Local Business campaign, each year the UN Global Compact recognizes a class of SDG Pioneers — business leaders, who are using business as a force for good to advance the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The SDG Pioneers play an important role in drawing attention to the SDGs and how responsible businesses can contribute to their achievement.
As part of the  Global Compact Local Networks spanning all continents will launch a national search for professionals who are committed to achieving the Global Goals on 17 February 2020
will culminate in to the selection of global SDG Pioneers who will be recognized during the UN General Assembly high-level week in New York in September 2020. The worldwide search for SDG Pioneers among companies participating in the UN Global Compact will build on national searches by 23 Global Compact Local Networks earlier this year, and each winner of a national round will automatically compete in the global round along with other candidates.
About the United Nations Global Compact
As a special initiative of the UN Secretary-General, the United Nations Global Compact works with companies everywhere to align their operations and strategies with ten universal principles in the areas of human rights, labour, environment and anti-corruption. Launched in 2000, the UN Global Compact guides and supports the global business community in advancing UN goals and values through responsible corporate practices. With more than 9,500 companies and 3,000 non-business signatories based in over 160 countries, and 70 Local Networks, it is the largest corporate sustainability initiative in the world.
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AFRICA FOOD PRIZE-NOMINATIONS NOW OPENS

Africa Food Prize 2020 Nominations Now Open – Nominate Your Candidate

The Africa Food Prize 2020 committee is inviting nominations for individuals or institutions who are delivering improved food security; catalyzing innovation and transformative change in Africa’s agriculture sector. Do not miss out on the opportunity to bring that leading farmer to the limelight.

  

About The Africa Food Prize

The Africa Food Prize is a preeminent award that recognizes outstanding individuals or institutions leading the effort to change the reality of farming in Africa. It recognises an individual whose farming story has changed from the struggle to survive to a business that thrives. It celebrates Africans who are taking control of Africa’s agriculture agenda.

Besides that, it also puts a spotlight on bold initiatives and technical innovations that can be replicated across the continent to create a new era of food security and economic opportunity for all Africans.
It began in 2005 as Yara Prize, organised by Yara International ASA in Norway. Then, it began as a way to honor achievements in African agriculture. Next, in 2016, Yara Prize was renamed the Africa Food Prize in a bit to give it a distinctive African identity and ownership.
Today, it awards a total price of $100,000, a diploma and a trophy. More than one person can receive the award, but not more than two can be a winner. If shared, each winner will receive equal prize money ($100,000 divided into two).
Hurry up to nominate here.
 

  https://africafoodprize.org/nominate/

THE GREAT HEALTH BENEFITS OF DRINKING BLACK TEA REGULARLY

10 Evidence-Based Health Benefits of Taking Black Tea

Aside from water, black tea is one of the most consumed beverages in the world.

It comes from the Camellia sinensis plant and is often blended with other plants for different flavors, such as Earl Grey, English breakfast or chai.

It’s stronger in flavor and contains  less caffeine content than coffee.

Black tea also offers a variety of health benefits because it contains antioxidants and compounds that can help reduce inflammation in the body.

Here are 10 health benefits of black tea, all supported by science.

1.Richest Antioxidant Properties-
Black tea contains a group of polyphenols that have antioxidant properties. Consuming antioxidants may help decrease the risk of chronic diseases and  improve your overall health.
2. A  Boost to Heart Health--Black tea contains flavonoids, which are beneficial for heart health. Studies have found that regularly drinking black tea may help reduce the risk of heart disease.
3. Black Tea Lower “Bad” LDL Cholestero-LDL and HDL are two types of lipoproteins that carry cholesterol throughout the body. Too much LDL in the body can increase the risk of heart disease and stroke. Studies have found that black tea may help reduce LDL levels.
4.  Improve Gut (Stomach) Health--The gut houses trillions of bacteria and the majority of your immune system. Polyphenols and antimicrobial properties found in black tea may help improve gut health and immunity.
5.  Help Reduces Blood Pressure-High blood pressure can cause many health complications. Drinking black tea on a regular basis may help decrease systolic and diastolic blood pressure. However,there are more researches going on to clarify more on this .
6. Help Reduce the Risk of Stroke-Stroke is the second leading cause of death globally. Fortunately, in many cases, it can be prevented. Studies have found that black tea may help reduce the risk of stroke.
7. Black Tea Lowers Blood Sugar Levels--Insulin is a hormone that is secreted when you consume carbohydrates-sugary substances. Black tea is a great non-sweetened beverage that can help improve metabolism and  the use of insulin and reduce blood sugar.
8. Help Reduce the Risk of Cancer-Black tea contains polyphenols, which may help fight cancer cells in the body. Although consuming black tea will not cure cancer, it may help decrease cancer cell development. 
9. Black Tea Improve Focus and Stamina-Black tea can help improve focus due to its content of caffeine and an amino acid called L-theanine. This amino acid increases alpha activity in the brain, which can help improve focus,stamina and alertness thus even help the memory to function. This property in black tea makes it very useful and helpful in tackling men health-poor libido, poor performance and even prostate cancer in men. 
10. Easy to Make--Making black tea is simple and takes only a couple of minutes. You can use either tea bags or loose leaves and adjust the taste to your preference.

The Health Potentials are just too numerous to ignore

Black tea is a great option if you are looking for a low-calorie, non-sweetened beverage with less caffeine than coffee or energy drinks. 

It has a strong, unique flavor and contains plenty of antioxidants, which can provide several health benefits. These include improved cholesterol, better gut health and decreased blood pressure and sugar.

Best of all, it’s simple to make and can easily be found at many stores or online.

If you haven’t done so before, consider trying black tea so you can reap its numerous health benefits. 

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Culled from  Autumn Enloe, MS, RD, LD (of Healthline.com) on May 16, 2018

THE URGENT NEED OF DIGITAL TECHNOLOGY IN A DEPRESSED WORLD ECONOMY

Now that is is clear- THE WORLD ECONOMY IS GOING DOWN AGAIN due to too much dependency on oil as a mono economic item. On the other hand, the Almighty CORONAVIRUS is taking her " pound of flesh" on China and most world economy on the negative side. In the mist of these disturbing situations and circumstances, what is the  alternative way forward to survive and sustain the global economy?
  The most feasible  and best way forward right now is DOING BUSINESS IN A DIFFERENT WAY IN A DIGITAL AGE. But how many people are schooled in Digital Marketing, Digital Communication  and Digital Tools to do business in a digitized economy?
  Here then is the crucial and most important subject and concern if the world must be prepared to eradicate POVERTY, HUNGER, INJUSTICES and overcome  the challenge of youths restiveness, and associated violent extremism for a peaceful and sustainable world. Let us GO DIGITAL to create more and authentic opportunities for the masses of the world.
  Thus, to this purpose and intent, I have prepared the manuals and blue-prints on: E-SKILLS FOR THE DIGITAL ECONOMY  and HOW TO MASTER DIGITAL MARKETING TODAY. These and other resources could be accessed and obtained through soft copies to your emails or digital downloads 
at:https://www.amazon.com/author/amosobi

REGISTRATION OPEN FOR STI- SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY AND INNOVATIONS FOR THE SDGs 2020 , NY, USA

Stakeholders Pre-Registration to attend the 5th Multi-Stakeholder Forum on Science, Technology and Innovation for the SDGs (12-13 May 2020, New York)

The 5th annual multi-stakeholder Forum on Science, Technology and Innovation for the SDGs (STI Forum) will be held from 12-13 May 2020 at the UN Headquarters in New York City. For more information, please visit
https://sustainabledevelopment.un.org/TFM/STIForum2020

Inflatable Donut Swimming Ring

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FULLY FUNDED 5TH AFRICAN WORLD HERITAGE FORUM, 2020 TO S/AFRICA

5th African World Heritage Regional Youth Forum 2020 for young Africans (Fully Funded to South Africa)

Application Deadline:February 23, 2020 @ http://bit.ly/38j7S7y

Applications are open for the 5th African World Heritage Youth Forum, a capacity building exercise focusing on Youth, Entrepreneurship and Heritage Sustainability in Africa. The Forum places an emphasis on entrepreneurship skills development towards promoting and increasing African youth participation in the stewardship and promotion of World Heritage in Africa in a creative and innovative approach. The forum aims to:

ELIGIBILITY

 Thirty-five (35) young entrepreneurs from all African countries will be selected for the forum. Applicants must

 fulfil all of the following requirements:

 • African citizen between the ages: 18 - 35;

 • Minimum requirements: a post-secondary certified training and/or qualification;

 • Fluency in English (being the working language of the Forum) and ability to communicate in at least one

 of the other three official languages of the African Union (French, Portuguese and Arabic);

 • Personal attributes: motivated, active and driven individuals interested in learning how to assess the

 viability, feasibility, and desirability of new business ideas while engaging in a World Heritage network of young Africans eager to implement the outcomes of the forum in their home countries;

Benefits

The costs for the forum participation (return airfare, accommodation, meals, local transportation in South Africa) will be covered by AWHF, ICCROM and RIM. Selected participants shall meet their own local costs in the country of origin, as well as visa application costs to enter the Republic of South Africa.

CALL FOR APPLICATION- Fully Funded Fellowship Programme of the United Nations Alliance of Civilizations

 The Fully funded United Nations Alliance of Civilizations( UNAOC) MENA Fellowship 2020 application for emerging leaders is now opened. The call is open to participants aged between 25-35 years old with strong interest in intercultural exchanges. The theme of the 2020 fellowship is , Building Peace in the age of new media."
  Application Deadline is Sunday, 8th March 2020 For details and how to  apply , go here at:

https://fellowship.unaoc.org/

US EMBASSY SPECIAL SELF HELP GRANT 2020

US EMBASSY SPECIALSELF HELP GRANT..See the link and apply at- https://wwSELF httpsw.advance-africa.com/US-Embassy-Special-Self-Help-Grants-in-Nigeria.html https://www.advance-africa.com/US-Embassy-Special-Self-Help-Grants-in-Nigeria.html

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