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Favour Onuoha grew Africa's developer relations scene from scratch, proving tech careers can thrive anywhere. His story shows how patience, community building, and learning in public create opportunities where none existed before.
Small acts of generosity can transform someone's entire day, and they don't require grand gestures or deep pockets. Here are eight easy ways college students can make their campus a kinder place, starting right now.
A mom who felt isolated transformed her life by hosting monthly dinners for other mothers. Within a year, she built a village of over 20 trusted friends.
A new Indian watchmaker sold 1,000 timepieces in 72 hours using a waitlist model that turns buying a watch into joining a community. Rotoris is making precision craftsmanship accessible without the intimidation of luxury brands.
A student hostel in Greater Noida is hosting a vibrant Holi celebration to help residents build friendships and create lasting memories. The event features music, dancing, and safe colors provided by management.
Oman's reconciliation committees successfully resolved nearly 10,000 disputes in 2025, keeping families and communities together through conversation instead of courtrooms. The country's growing network of 58 mediation panels is proving that talking it out works better than fighting it out.
Disappointed by Australia's dumpling scene, Chinese immigrant Gary Zhao opened his own restaurant in Melbourne and now sells thousands daily. His DIY dumpling workshops are bringing people from all cultures together to learn an ancient tradition.
Two arguing third-graders went from fighting to laughing in minutes after their substitute teacher asked them to find one thing in common. The simple "common ground" approach is now inspiring adults to bridge divides in their own lives. #
A global movement born from one woman's vision now connects hundreds of organizations across 75 cities on every continent. They're using an ancient principle to tackle modern challenges from poverty to terrorism.
JOY FM is swapping studio time for campfires, taking lucky listeners on a three-day nature escape to celebrate Ghana Month. The trip brings radio hosts and fans together for kayaking, wildlife watching, and storytelling under the stars.
A half-century tradition continues as Ghana's Central Zone Inter-School Sports Festival brings students together to compete, grow, and build character. Education leaders are now pushing for sustainable funding to secure the next 50 years.
Strangers in Visakhapatnam are gathering in cafes and parks for flower pressing, clay making, and book clubs instead of heading to malls. Grassroots organizers have launched 20+ community clubs in six months, creating spaces where people connect over shared interests.
Four tennis clubs from across Ghana came together for a groundbreaking three-day tournament that's helping grow the sport beyond major cities. The event brought players, officials, and a regional minister together to celebrate both competition and community.
A new Pokémon game launching March 5 lets players rebuild a forgotten town as a friendly Ditto who can transform and actually talk to other Pokémon. It combines Animal Crossing's charm with creative twists that make befriending monsters feel more meaningful than ever.
A new professional baseball league in China is mixing sports with entertainment to win over fans. The Chinese Professional Baseball league wrapped its debut season with cheerleaders, fight songs, and family fun at every game.
A school leader in Lima, Ohio turned Black History Month into a powerful teaching moment by sharing his personal story of triumph. Andre Rudolph's testimony inspired audiences to see the world through his eyes.
Four creative wellness projects at Elon University just scored funding to help students stress less, connect more, and feel at home on campus. From beginner weightlifting clinics to puppy yoga sessions, these student-led ideas are turning self-care into community care.
A sweeping review of 90 studies across six continents reveals that anti-poverty cash transfers do far more than reduce poverty. They reshape how people view their governments, vote, and connect with their communities.
Two friends in India launched Do Culture after struggling to find beginner-friendly sports spaces for adult women. The community has already helped dozens of women play football and badminton for the first time in judgment-free sessions.
A New Zealand woman turned her chaotic social hub into Field Trip, a company that removes the hassle from making plans. Her events help millennials reconnect without the calendar juggling.
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