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Amnesty International
Source: Amnesty International |

Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC): Rwandan-backed armed group and Congolese army must stop using explosive weapons in densely populated areas

Three attacks alone resulted in over 50 civilian deaths, more than half the total

Inaccurate explosive weapons with wide area effects used in densely populated areas more than 150 times in a seven-month period, killing over 100 people.  Amid fresh uptick in fighting, warring parties must immediately cease attacks on civilians and stop using explosive weapons with wide area effects in populated areas.  The…

Ministry of Information, Eritrea
Source: Ministry of Information, Eritrea |

Eritrea Participates in 98th Session on Rights of the Child

Addressing the session, the Eritrean delegation emphasized that the protection and promotion of children’s rights are integral to Eritrea’s political orientation and conviction

An Eritrean delegation participated in the 98th Session of the Committee on the Rights of the Child, which commenced in Geneva on 14 January. Addressing the session, the Eritrean delegation emphasized that the protection and promotion of children’s rights are integral to Eritrea’s political orientation and conviction. They highlighted the…

Parliament of the Republic of Uganda
Source: Parliament of the Republic of Uganda |

Uganda: ‘Increase funds for prosecution of Gender Based Violence (GBV) cases’

CSBAG prayed that Parliament allocates adequate funding to the organs involved in the prosecution of GBV cases and asked that at least Shs2.6 billion is earmarked for sensitisation and public education

The Civil Society Budget Advocacy Group (CSBAG) has descried the low rate of prosecution of cases related to Gender Based Violence which has left many victims devastated. According to Emmanuel Kashaija, a CBSAG member, the situation of GBV has largely remained unchanged saying only a small fraction of victims receive…

UNFPA - East and Southern Africa
Source: UNFPA - East and Southern Africa |

“Marriage is a choice”: Working with people with disabilities to address gender-based violence in Madagascar

Child marriage is one of the most common types of gender-based violence in Madagascar, with 40 per cent of girls married before they are 18

“I live with my six children, one of whom has a disability,” said 40-year-old Zeteny, from the Anôsy region in Madagascar’s Grand Sud region. “I look after my disabled son full-time, and my 14-year-old daughter had to leave school to work and support us.”  Years of successive droughts have wrought…

Save the Children
Source: Save the Children |

More than 22,500 children brace for a devastating storm as Tropical Cyclone Dikeledi to make landfall in Northern Madagascar

With thousands of people at risk from Tropical Storm Dikeledi's devastating impact, immediate rescue operations and humanitarian aid are desperately needed to save lives

 Families and children in Northern Madagascar are bracing for a deadly Tropical Storm, with fears of massive gusts of winds, violent storms and flooding which have prompted widespread evacuations, Save the Children said. According to the meteorological department, Northern Madagascar has been experiencing heavy rainfall in the last 24 hours…

World Health Organization (WHO)
Source: World Health Organization (WHO) |

World Health Organization (WHO) prequalifies diagnostic test to support safer administration of P. vivax malaria treatments

Decision reflects updated processes to improve efficiency, access

On 18 December 2024, the World Health Organization (WHO) prequalified the first diagnostic test for glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase (G6PD) deficiency which can help to safely deliver WHO-recommended treatments to prevent relapse of Plasmodium vivax (P. vivax) infection. The prequalification of this G6PD diagnostic test marks a significant milestone in facilitating safe and effective P.…

UN News
Source: UN News |

‘Famine conditions are spreading’ as Sudan’s crisis worsens: Security Council

Human suffering in Sudan has reached devastating levels, with over 11.5 million people internally displaced and 3.2 million seeking refuge in neighbouring countries

Addressing the Security Council on Monday, Edem Wosornu, Director of the Advocacy and Operations Division at the UN aid coordination office (OCHA) described the unfolding disaster as “a humanitarian crisis of staggering proportions.”   This “man-made” catastrophe, driven by relentless conflict, has dismantled food systems and critical infrastructure, leaving millions in imminent danger, she explained.  …

World Health Organization - Uganda
Source: World Health Organization - Uganda |

A second chance for mothers and children in Busoga

WHO ensured sustainability by establishing five ambulance management committees, comprising 55 community members, to oversee operations, maintain accountability, and ensure the long-term success of the program

In the Busoga region of eastern Uganda, the fight for survival has long been a daunting challenge for mothers and their children. With one of the highest institutional maternal mortality rates in the country – 93 deaths per 100,000 institutional deliveries compared to a national average of 82.7 (Ministry of…

African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS)
Source: African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS) |

African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS) mentorship program empowers Somali girls

For many girls in Dhobley, menstruation has historically hindered their education, with many missing school during their periods due to a lack of resources, knowledge, and societal stigma

For 14-year-old Ilhan Jimcaale Abdi, a student at Dhobley Primary School, life has taken a dramatic turn for the better. Since receiving hygiene kits, Ilhan has experienced a profound transformation that has boosted her confidence and enabled her to concentrate on her education. “Before the ATMIS Female Engagement Team introduced…

United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR)
Source: United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) |

Thousands displaced as post-election unrest grips Mozambique

Refugees and civilians are facing immense risks, losing their livelihoods and relying on humanitarian assistance

Post-election unrest in Mozambique has forced thousands of people to flee their homes. In Malawi, UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, and the government have identified around 2,000 who crossed into the country in the past week. In neighbouring Eswatini, another 1,000 people have arrived. Amongst the new arrivals are refugees…