Download logo On August 15, the Government of Japan decided to extend an Emergency Grant Aid of USD 2.5 million as part of its humanitarian assistance to Zambia and Namibia in Southern Africa, which has been experiencing serious food insecurity as a result of the worst-ever drought caused by El Niño. This Emergency Grant Aid […]
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Transparency and Fair-Trade Practices are Key for a Just Energy Transition in Africa – Economic Commission for Africa's (ECA) Antonio Pedro
Download logo Africa needs transparent and fair-trade practices for a just energy transition, said Antonio Pedro, Deputy Executive Secretary United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (ECA) at an African Consultative Webinar on Critical Energy Transition Minerals and the UN Global Framework on Just Energy Transitions in Addis Ababa Ethiopia. He said that Africa needs to […]
African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS) Police Commissioner launches water projects in Kismayo and Baidoa
The African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS) Police Commissioner, Hillary Sao Kanu has concluded a tour of Jubaland and South West State where she launched water projects for police officers and local communities. During the visit, Commissioner of Police (CP) Kanu launched the commencement of solar-powered water projects at Bakiin Police Post in Baidoa […]
Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Committee of Chiefs of Defence Staff Ended their 42nd Ordinary Meeting With Renewed Commitment to Securing Democratic Governance, Peace, Security and Stability in the Region
Download logo The ECOWAS Committee of Chiefs of Defence Staff (CCDS) convened in Abuja for their 42nd Ordinary Meeting, reaffirming their unwavering commitment to tackling the numerous security challenges that continue to threaten political stability and the socio-economic well-being of citizens in the region. The meeting emphasized the importance of cooperation through experience sharing, intelligence […]
Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Field Visit Underscores Impactful Humanitarian Efforts and Identifies Ongoing Needs in the Gambia
Download logo Day 2 of the mission marked a continuation of the ECOWAS Field Monitoring and Evaluation Mission in The Gambia, with visits to the flood-affected communities of Nyofelleh , Fass Omar Saho, and Munyagen. This mission is designed to rigorously assess the effectiveness of the humanitarian aid provided in response to the 2022 flood […]
Eswatini: Major setback as Supreme Court upholds repressive Suppression of Terrorism Act
Download logo Responding to the news that Eswatini’s Supreme Court upheld controversial provisions of the Suppression of Terrorism Act on appeal, Amnesty International’s Deputy Director for East and Southern Africa, Vongai Chikwanda, said: “The Supreme Court’s decision to uphold this repressive legislation is a major setback for human rights in Eswatini. The authorities must immediately […]
United Nations Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL) statement concerning unilateral moves by Libyan actors
Download logo UNSMIL is following up with concern the recent unilateral acts by Libyan political actors and institutions, in the East, West and South. In the current climate, these unilateral acts serve to increase tension, undermine trust and further entrench institutional divisions and discord amongst Libyans. Now more than ever, consensus, dialogue and unity are […]
‘We can still turn the tide against hunger and famine in Sudan’
Download logo Hundreds of truckloads of World Food Programme assistance are speeding this month to the hungriest parts of Sudan, as part of a massively scaled-up response after famine was confirmed at a camp for displaced people in the country’s Darfur region. Targeting an initial 3 million people this month, the WFP food-and-cash support aims […]
Kenya: Health Cabinet Secretary Reaffirms Universal Health Coverage (UHC) Commitment, Stresses Stakeholder Collaboration
Download logo In a meeting with the Ministry of Health's top management, Health Cabinet Secretary Dr. Debora Mlongi Barasa reaffirmed her dedication to advancing Universal Health Coverage (UHC), building on the progress initiated by her predecessor, Nakhumicha S. Wafula. Dr. Mlongo, accompanied by Principal Secretaries Mr. Harry Kimtai (Medical Services), Ms. Mary Muthoni Muriuki (Public […]
Kenya: Cabinet Secretary for Health Urges Unified Effort Towards Universal Health Coverage
Download logo In an all-staff meeting held today, Cabinet Secretary for Health, Dr. Debora Mlongo Barasa Mlongo, called on the Ministry’s staff to work together in harmony and synergy to achieve Universal Health Coverage (UHC). Emphasizing a consultative approach and stakeholder engagement, Dr. Mlongo stressed the importance of collaboration at all levels of the health […]