Newsdesk | Monday 12 January, 2026 - Leadership, Protection, and Purpose

Governor Ajamu Baly set the tone for the year ahead with a New Year address calling for unity, civic responsibility, and a shared national vision. Policy and research are also in focus, as the University of St. Martin released early findings on social protection across the Kingdom, offering insight into how vulnerable communities are supported. Community development continues at the grassroots level, with renewed emphasis on strengthening families by empowering the organizations that serve them, alongside a reminder to parents and guardians about an upcoming Q&A session at the Milton Peters College. Sustainability and recognition round out the day’s coverage: local fishermen received new gear after completing environmental workshops, while the Positive Foundation and the Elektralyets Foundation were named Daily Herald Persons of the Year 2025 for their social impact. We close with a reflective question that shifts the lens inward—why discipline, more than motivation, may be the real driver of lasting change.