Tenth Edition

Development, Progress & the Global South

Welcome to the tenth edition of Global Voice Journal – a continuation of the journey, bringing fresh perspectives and student voices to one of today’s most pressing issues.

Welcome to Our Tenth Edition

This edition of Global Voice Journal explores development, progress, and the Global South, from the question of whose progress counts beyond national income to the role of debt in shaping what governments can afford. Contributors examine smallholder farmers adapting to climate change, what happens after an electricity connection arrives, South–South cooperation without copying a blueprint, who benefits from the critical minerals boom, and how informal settlements can improve without displacing the people who live there. Through diverse perspectives and inspiring stories, we hope this edition encourages meaningful dialogue and offers readers new insights into today’s global challenges and opportunities.