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Girl Economics || July 2nd
Protests in Kenya, and the Green Economy
Girl Economics Admin
July 02, 2024
In the News
1. US stocks closed the first half of 2024 with a 14% gain, driven largely by five "megacap" companies fuelled by AI hype, raising concerns about market narrowness and underlying weakness among other stocks.
2. Traditional tennis clubs in the UK are increasingly accommodating the surging demand for padel and pickleball, which, while challenging, boosts their financial stability and attracts new members by diversifying their offerings.
3. UK house prices rose unexpectedly in June, suggesting that the market is stabilising ahead of anticipated interest rate cuts from the Bank of England, supported by recent reductions in mortgage rates and lower inflation which boosts buyer confidence.
4. The Gambling Commission's investigation into suspicious political betting during the UK's general election campaign, which includes bets placed by some politicians and police officers, has sparked controversy over its timing and perceived political interference.
Green Relocation: How Renewable Energy Hubs Could Transform Global Industry
Written by Anushree B
It is internationally agreed that climate crisis is of urgent importance and requires cooperation between borders, but this enthusiasm is seldom reflected in appropriate action. Using renewable energy sources will be instrumental in affecting appropriate change, and yet many countries with limited capacity for renewables are reluctant to implement such changes due to the high costs incurred. However, a promising solution has been posited by the Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research (PIK), who published a study detailing how relocating production to renewable-rich countries could significantly lower costs for those who are renewable-constrained, whilst maintaining industrial competitiveness.
The Power Of Protests: How Youth-Led Demonstrations Lead to the Rejections of Kenya's Controversial Finance Bill
Written by Desola O
Kenya has seen a striking clash between the youth and the government, following the announcement of the contentious 2024 Finance Bill. This remarkable event truly highlights the power young people can have in making an impact on their national policy.
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