Humanitarian Aid,Around 90,000 children impacted by Cyclone Chido in Mozambique

Around 90,000 children impacted by Cyclone Chido in Mozambique 17 December 2024 UNICEF estimates that around 90,000 children have been impacted by Cyclone Chido, which made landfall in Mozambique on 15 December 2024. The cyclone brought strong winds and heavy rains, causing flooding and landslides in several provinces. The affected children are in need of … Read more

Humanitarian Aid,WFP delivers aid to over 800,000 in Sudan

WFP delivers aid to over 800,000 in Sudan Published on 2024-12-17 12:00 The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) has delivered food assistance to over 800,000 people in Sudan, amid a worsening humanitarian crisis in the country. The food assistance, which includes sorghum, lentils, and vegetable oil, is being provided to families in need in … Read more

Human Rights,‘Racial justice demands collective action’, says UN rights chief, ushering in new decade for African diaspora

‘Racial justice demands collective action’, says UN rights chief, ushering in new decade for African diaspora GENEVA (17 December 2024) – UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Türk on Friday urged for collective action to address the scourge of racial discrimination and racial injustice, calling it a “fundamental violation of human rights” that demands … Read more

Human Rights,Syria crisis: ‘Key priority’ is preserving evidence of crimes, say UN investigators

Syria Crisis: ‘Key Priority’ Is Preserving Evidence of Crimes, Say UN Investigators December 17, 2024 Geneva, Switzerland – Preserving evidence of war crimes and other atrocities committed during the ongoing conflict in Syria is a “key priority,” United Nations investigators said on Monday. In a new report released by the UN Independent International Commission of … Read more

Health,Avian flu reported in 108 countries across five continents, says UN health agency

Avian Flu Reported in 108 Countries Across Five Continents, Says UN Health Agency December 17, 2024 The United Nations health agency, the World Health Organization (WHO), has reported that the highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) virus, commonly known as bird flu, has been detected in 108 countries across five continents. The virus has caused significant … Read more

Economic Development,Avian flu reported in 108 countries across five continents, says UN health agency

Avian flu reported in 108 countries across five continents, says UN health agency 17 December 2024, 12:00 PM The highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) H5N1 virus has been reported in 108 countries across five continents, according to the latest update from the World Health Organization (WHO). The virus has caused significant losses in the poultry … Read more

Climate Change,Around 90,000 children impacted by Cyclone Chido in Mozambique

Around 90,000 Children Impacted by Cyclone Chido in Mozambique December 17, 2024 Maputo, Mozambique – Cyclone Chido, a Category 4 storm that made landfall in Mozambique on December 6, has left a devastating impact on the country, particularly affecting children. According to the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), an estimated 90,000 children in Mozambique have … Read more

Africa,Around 90,000 children impacted by Cyclone Chido in Mozambique

Around 90,000 Children Impacted by Cyclone Chido in Mozambique December 17, 2024 Maputo, Mozambique – UNICEF estimates that around 90,000 children have been impacted by Cyclone Chido, which made landfall in Mozambique on December 14, 2024. The cyclone brought heavy rainfall and strong winds, causing widespread damage and flooding. Initial reports indicate that at least … Read more