April 15
Rwanda: UN Urged to Prevent Hatred Against Congolese Tutsi
New Times
As the Diaspora of the Midwest of America gathered to commemorate the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi, Col Raoul Bazatoha, the Defense Attaché in Rwanda's embassy in… Read more »
Africa: WHO Director-General's Remarks At the International Humanitarian Conference for Sudan and Its Neighbours [document]
WHO
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Sudan: The Challenges Facing Sudan
UNDP
UNDP Sudan acting Resident Representative discusses working in wartime Read more »
Africa: New World Bank Initiative to Strengthen Access to Basic Services, Boosts Food Security, and Builds Resilience for Sudanese Communities [press release]
World Bank
Sudan has experienced a relentless escalation of conflict with far-reaching consequences, causing devastating harm to individuals, social structures, infrastructure, and the… Read more »
Africa: WHO Announces Health for All Film Festival Shortlist and Jury [press release]
WHO
More than 900 filmmakers from 110 countries have submitted short films for the 5th edition of the WHO Health for All Film Festival on themes ranging from climate change, refugees,… Read more »
Sudan: 'Concerted Global Push' for Sudan Ceasefire Is Essential - Guterres
UN News
"The world is forgetting about the people of Sudan" the UN chief warned on Monday, calling for a boost in humanitarian funding and a global push for peace to end a year of brutal… Read more »
Africa: Reflecting On the Launch of the New Women Creating Wealth Agricultural Value Chains Programme [press release]
Graça Machel Trust
On the 4th April 2024, the Women Creating Wealth team proudly unveiled its Agricultural Value Chains Programme in collaboration with the University of Johannesburg Centre for… Read more »
Kenya: Single Online Portal to Enhance Ease of Doing Business Unveiled
Capital FM
Trade and Investments Cabinet Secretary (CS) Rebecca Miano today unveiled an online portal that seeks to enhance the ease of doing business in the country. Read more »
April 14
Nigeria: Onu's Death a Great Loss to Nigeria - Umahi, Lawmaker
Leadership
The minister of Works, Engr David Umahi has described the death of the former minister of Science and Technology, Dr Ogbonnaya Onu, as a great loss to Ebonyi people and Nigeria at… Read more »
Nigeria: Amid Outcry, Tinubu Navigates IMF Advice On Petrol, Power Subsidies
Leadership
The President Bola Tinubu-led federal government maybe struggling to navigate the International Monetary Fund (IMF) prescription removal of subsidies on petrol and power, and moved… Read more »
April 13
Madagascar: Fishers in Madagascar Adapt to Deadly Seas Due to Climate Change
UN News
Fishing communities in the south of Madagascar are facing sometimes deadly sea conditions due to climate change, but with the help of the UN's International Labour Organization… Read more »
Sudan: Sudan Faces Catastrophic Crisis As World Looks Away, Aid Agencies Say
VOA
United Nations and international agencies warn that the lives of millions of people in Sudan are at risk as the world looks away from the enormous humanitarian needs facing the… Read more »
Sudan: Economic Fallout of Sudan War Deepens Hunger Crisis for Millions
WFP
Sudan's war has claimed thousands of lives, forced millions from their homes, and sparked economic turmoil across the region that is deepening the hunger crisis, warns the United… Read more »
Africa: Tunisia's Permanent Representative to UN Reaffirms Country's Commitment to Defending Interests of Africa Within UN
Tunis Afrique Presse
Tunisia's Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Ambassador Tarek El Adab, reaffirmed on Saturday in New York Tunisia's firm commitment to defend the interests of the… Read more »
South Africa: Safa Happy With Congress Outcomes
SAFA
Delegates from around the country descended on the venue in the east of Johannesburg to attend an event that was also graced by representatives from, among others, FIFA, SASCOC,… Read more »
April 12
Africa: Can We Have Our Food, and Equality Too?
allAfrica
The world faces a daunting challenge: securing food for a growing global population while navigating the complexities of climate crisis and entrenched gender inequalities. These… Read more »
Nigeria: Nigeria First Country to Introduce 'Revolutionary' Meningitis Vaccine
UN News
Nigeria has become the first country to roll out a "revolutionary" five-in-one vaccine against meningitis, the World Health Organization (WHO) said in a statement on Friday. Read more »
West Africa: Wave of Increased Food Insecurity Hits West and Central Africa
UN News
Almost 55 million people are facing further food and nutrition insecurity in West and Central Africa during the region's three-month lean season from June through August, the UN… Read more »
Nigeria: In World First, Nigeria Introduces New 5-in-1 Vaccine Against Meningitis [press release]
WHO
In a historic move, Nigeria has become the first country in the world to roll out a new vaccine (called Men5CV) recommended by the World Health Organization (WHO), which protects… Read more »
Sudan: Rape, Murder and Hunger - the Legacy of Sudan's Year of War
UN News
Rape. Murder. Hunger. Corpses filling streets, making it impossible to walk. Sudan was plunged into an ongoing, devastating war one year ago on 15 April, leaving in its wake almost… Read more »
Rwanda: UN Pays Tribute to Victims and Survivors of the 1994 Genocide Against the Tutsi in Rwanda
UN News
The UN renewed its commitment to never forget the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda during a candle lighting ceremony on Friday to mark 30 years since the horrific events… Read more »
East Africa: Will Donors Help Prevent Famine At Sudan Support Conference?
VOA
Humanitarians said an international support conference next week for Sudan must be a success, as 18 million Sudanese face crisis levels of hunger while funding for lifesaving… Read more »
Kenya: Two Alleged Al-Shabaab Recruiters Detained for 21 Days in Mombasa
Capital FM
Two individuals suspected of recruiting young people into joining terrorist groups in Somalia and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) will be detained for a further 21 days. Read more »
April 10
Sudan: 'I Haven't Seen My Fiancé or Family Since The Conflict Began'
Plan International
A Plan International staff member who works in White Nile State, Sudan, had just filled out his leave form and was on his way home to Darfur, to marry the love of his life after… Read more »
Malawi: Unlocking Malawi's Trade Barriers Through One-Stop Border Posts [press release]
World Bank
The Dedza border post, situated between Malawi and Mozambique, is a busy place. On average, more than 80 trucks are cleared daily, carrying shop merchandise from South Africa to… Read more »