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Restoring The Lost Water Tanks Of Ancient Kings

For a long time, a few villages in Sri Lanka’s North Central and Uva provinces struggled to sustain their livelihoods from a scarcity of water. In recent years, a few organisations came forward to solve the problem through a much-needed water replenishment project. Here’s how they went about it.

‘Any UNP Merger Will Be Conditional’: Kabir Hashim – The Debrief w/Roel Raymond

As rumours of a merger between the United National Party (UNP) and the Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) abound, Senior Vice Chairman of the SJB, MP Kabir Hashim answers questions relating to the nature of a future possible alliance, what plans the SJB has for future elections and if party leader Sajith Premadasa is able to capture the popular imagination of the people.

The Semicolon Effect: A Deep Dive Into Mental Health Support Groups

One of the attendees has the word ‘alive’ tattooed in delicate letters across his wrist.

The Legacy Of The ‘Horagolla Walauwa’

Sri Lanka’s political landscape of the 20th century was dominated for the most part by a handful of prestigious families. These included the Bandaranaikes and the Wijewardenes, whose members were among the most powerful and influential in the country (and perhaps still are, to this day).

Imaad Shah Zuberi: The American Who Conned Sri Lanka Out Of Six Million Dollars

American venture capitalist and self–styled political lobbyist Imaad Shah Zuberi was sentenced to 12 years in prison last month, for his illegal dealings as an unregistered foreign agent. His most notorious fraud? Conning the Sri Lankan government out of USD 6 million.

Sisil Fernando: The Vagabond Artist

By day time, Sisil Fernando works in advertising. But his true passion comes out when he travels on his Suzuki Volty to various locations to paint.

Scenes From A COVID-19 Vaccination Drive

Sri Lanka commenced public distribution of the COVID-19 vaccines in late January. The first consignment that was donated from India arrived on 28 January, and the first phase of the rollout went to those working on the frontlines of pandemic control: healthcare workers and officers of the military and police.

Colomboscope 2021: Plural Histories, Perpetual Movement

“This is a moment in history where we are witnessing the rise of extreme nationalisms in many parts of the world, whereas the reality is that what we identify as our own is often a composite of flows that perhaps even predate written history,” says Colomboscope 2021 curator Anushka Rajendran, explaining the relevance of this year’s festival concept: Language is Migrant.

In Sri Lanka, Two Women Trying To Reform The Education System

When schools closed in mid-March of 2020, figuring out the most viable solutions for continued learning for all students became a top priority for Dr. Sujata Gamage and Dr. Tara de Mel — co-coordinators of Education Forum Sri Lanka (EFSL).

Navigating A Visual Industry Without Sight: Ashcharya’s Story

Ashcharya Peiris Jayakody, Sri Lanka’s first visually-impaired fashion designer and founder of fashion brand Christiana Glory, made great strides on the global stage when she was included in the BBC 100 Women list for 2019. She was the only Sri Lankan to be included in the list which celebrates inspiring women from across the globe.

#BeyondWomensDay: The Long Road To Gender Equality

Last year, Roar celebrated International Women’s Day by bringing to attention some significant issues women in our country continue to face. Despite sustained efforts by lobbyists and activists, Sri Lankan women continue to endure power imbalances, discrimination, and marginalisation across communities and industries.

What It Takes To Be A Leader: Insights From Women In Leadership Roles

This International Women’s Day, we’re highlighting the need for female leadership in Sri Lanka’s workforce.

Here’s what it takes to be a leader, with insights from twelve inspiring women who have risen to the top of their own professions.

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