Clinton Global Initiative
Clinton fund invests in Africa’s girls
In Africa, there is a deeply entrenched belief that education is wasted on girls, that their lot in life is to raise a family. But the truth is that gender equality in education boosts economic growth. Girls Charge focuses on improving access to quality education in some of Africa's most marginalised communities.
SA students win US prize for fire-alert innovation
SA students win US prize for fire-alert innovation
Healthcare plan puts UCT students in line for Hult Prize
Six students at the University of Cape Town are in the running for the Hult Prize, the world's biggest student competition. At stake is $1-million to get their business off the ground. The benefits are far-reaching, and the system could help underprivileged people across the country.
Microsoft launches African scholarships
Women’s rights start with girls
Archbishop Emeritus Desmond Tutu has added his voice to a global drive to stop the tradition of offering young girls as brides, a custom which affects about 10-million girls every year.
• UN lifetime award for Tutu