The United Nations has issued a warning that Syria’s fragile gains are at risk due to foreign military action, political exclusion, and dwindling resources. UN Special Envoy Geir Pedersen, who announced his resignation during the meeting, described the interim authorities in Damascus as inheriting not only the ruins of destroyed buildings but also a deeply… [Read More]
Gaza City Faces Humanitarian Collapse, UN Warns of Critical Aid Shortages
The head of the UN Palestine refugee agency, UNRWA, has renewed calls for foreign journalists to be granted access to the Gaza Strip to counter what he describes as an “information war,” which includes attempts to deny the growing famine in the area. OCHA reported that in just five days, 11 UNRWA premises in Gaza… [Read More]
UN Security Council: US Blocks Resolution Demanding Gaza Ceasefire
The UN Security Council held its landmark 10,000th meeting against the backdrop of a worsening humanitarian crisis in Gaza, where famine and ongoing Israeli military operations are affecting civilians. During the session, the Council considered a resolution demanding a ceasefire, the release of all hostages held by Hamas, and the removal of restrictions on humanitarian… [Read More]
Sudan: UN Relief Chief Hails Progress Towards Three-Month Humanitarian Truce
UN relief chief David Beasley welcomed progress by Egypt, Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and the US toward a much-needed three-month humanitarian truce in Sudan. Speaking on social media, he emphasized the importance of safe, unhindered access for aid delivery amid the country’s escalating crisis of violence, hunger, and environmental challenges. The truce aims to provide… [Read More]
Kenya’s Hunger Crisis: One-Third of Children Malnourished in Turkana Amid Aid Cuts
Mothers in northern Kenya are facing severe challenges in feeding their children due to a combination of drought, locust infestations, reduced fishing caused by crocodile attacks, and cuts to humanitarian aid, according to Save the Children. In response, the organization’s Emergency Health Unit (EHU) has been operating in Turkana County to screen and treat children… [Read More]
Finland: One in Three Girls Face Online Sexual Abuse, Says Save the Children
A recent survey by Save the Children in Finland reveals alarming levels of online sexual abuse affecting children, with at least one in five children experiencing such abuse and one in three girls impacted. The study, conducted among 4,106 children aged 11 to 17, found that 31% had been contacted online by an adult or… [Read More]
Bolivia Bans Child Marriage Following Campaign by Children and Civil Society
Bolivia has become the 14th country in Latin America to ban child marriage, following a sustained campaign led by girls across the country and organizations including Save the Children, IPAS Bolivia, and Coordinadora de la Mujer. The Bolivian parliament passed legislation this week prohibiting marriages and civil unions involving children, ending the previous legal exception… [Read More]
UN Presses Ahead with Mission for a Better World Despite Global Challenges
The Secretary-General’s annual report, released ahead of the 80th session of the UN General Assembly, provides a candid assessment of the Organization’s efforts amid growing global challenges. Secretary-General António Guterres highlighted the resilience and dedication of UN personnel, emphasizing that even in extraordinarily difficult circumstances, the UN must continue striving toward a better, more equitable… [Read More]
Estonia’s Success in Tackling Noncommunicable Diseases: Key Lessons Learned
Estonia has achieved remarkable progress in reducing premature mortality from noncommunicable diseases (NCDs), including cardiovascular diseases and cancer, making it one of ten WHO European Region Member States to reach the 2025 NCD Global Monitoring Framework target of a 25% reduction in premature mortality. Despite being a small country with limited resources, Estonia’s commitment to… [Read More]
Promoting Health Through Sports: WHO Launches New Guide for Clubs and Communities
WHO/Europe has launched a new guidance tool aimed at promoting health through sports by supporting sports clubs, managers, and decision-makers to integrate health promotion into the core of their activities. While sport is widely recognized for its physical, mental, and social benefits, participation alone does not automatically ensure improved health outcomes, as risks such as… [Read More]
UNGA: PAHO Joins Global Call for Action at High-Level Meeting on NCDs and Mental Health
On 25 September, global leaders will convene at the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in New York for the Fourth High-Level Meeting (HLM4) on the Prevention and Control of Noncommunicable Diseases (NCDs) and the Promotion of Mental Health and Wellbeing. The meeting aims to adopt a Political Declaration to accelerate global efforts to reduce the… [Read More]
Slowing Progress on NCDs and Mental Health: WHO Calls for Affordable Interventions
The World Health Organization (WHO) has released a report titled “Saving Lives, Spending Less”, highlighting that an additional investment of just US$3 per person annually in combating noncommunicable diseases (NCDs) could generate economic benefits of up to US$1 trillion by 2030. The report also analyzes country-level progress in reducing NCD mortality between 2010 and 2019…. [Read More]
Lesotho Strengthens One Health Collaboration Through National Bridging Workshop
Lesotho has taken significant steps to strengthen coordination between human, animal, and environmental health sectors through a three-day National Bridging Workshop held in Maseru District. The workshop, organized by the Ministries of Health, Agriculture and Food Security, and Environment in partnership with the World Health Organization (WHO), the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), and the… [Read More]
WHO Raises Alarm Over Rising Suicide Rates in Eswatini
The World Health Organization (WHO) has raised concern over the rising number of suicides in Eswatini, urging urgent and coordinated action to save lives. The Kingdom of Eswatini ranks second globally in suicide rates, highlighting the gravity of the situation. Speaking ahead of World Suicide Prevention Day in Mbabane, WHO Eswatini Representative Dr. Susan Tembo… [Read More]
Democratic Republic of the Congo Accelerates Response to End Ebola Outbreak
The response to the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) is accelerating, with intensified measures aimed at breaking the chain of transmission. Since the declaration of the outbreak on 4 September 2025, major progress has been achieved in detection, treatment, vaccination, and contact tracing. Monitoring of confirmed case contacts has risen… [Read More]
Modern Laboratory Enhances Côte d’Ivoire’s Fight Against Polio
Côte d’Ivoire has taken an important step in strengthening its fight against poliovirus with the launch of an upgraded laboratory in Abidjan. The facility, based at the Institut Pasteur of Côte d’Ivoire, is designed to improve the detection and timely response to polio cases, ensuring children are better protected from the debilitating disease. The new… [Read More]
What Is Antifa? Trump’s ‘Major Terrorist’ Label Explained
Former US President Donald Trump recently announced on his Truth Social platform that he was designating antifa as a “major terrorist organization.” In his post, he described the movement as “a sick, dangerous, radical left disaster” and called for investigations into its alleged funders. This is not the first time Trump has targeted antifa, as… [Read More]
EBRD Boosts Youth Entrepreneurship and Startups in Morocco
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) is extending a loan of up to €10 million in local currency to Fondation Arrawaj, a leading Moroccan microlender, to support young entrepreneurs in the country. The financing comes under the EBRD’s Youth in Business programme and will prioritize private micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) owned… [Read More]
EBRD Supports Infinity Power’s First Greenfield Wind Farm Project in Egypt
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has approved a financing package worth US$ 74.1 million to support the development of a 200 MW wind farm in Ras Ghareb, Egypt. The project, jointly owned by Infinity Power and Masdar, will receive an EBRD senior loan of up to US$ 60.7 million, a concessional loan… [Read More]
Breaking the Cycle of Poverty: Strategic Partnership Empowers Youth with Careers and Opportunities
Jim Bowman, Chairperson of the New Jersey Advisory Board for Think Big for Kids, recognized the need for a strong alliance to advance the organization’s mission of breaking the cycle of poverty for teens and young adults. Drawing on his long-standing commitment to the nonprofit, Bowman turned to the Association for Corporate Growth New Jersey… [Read More]
Africa Leads the Way: Kigali Roundtable Champions Responsible AI for Inclusive Development
Kigali became a hub for responsible artificial intelligence (AI) on August 20, 2025, as the Canadian High Commission in Rwanda, IDRC, and the UK’s Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) co-hosted a high-level roundtable alongside the annual Deep Learning Indaba, Africa’s premier gathering of machine learning and AI experts. The event spotlighted African-led AI innovations… [Read More]
Mobile Health Teams Provide Lifeline for Gender-Based Violence Survivors in Hebron
Ayat, a 29-year-old mother of four who is expecting another child, lives in Deir Al Shams, a rural village in southern Hebron where health services are scarce and social connections for women are limited. For her and others in the community, even a simple doctor’s visit requires costly travel to the city. With the recent… [Read More]
Education Cannot Wait Provides Schooling to 14 Million Children in Crisis Zones Worldwide
Education Cannot Wait (ECW), the United Nations global fund for education in emergencies and protracted crises, has released its Investing in Futures: 2024 Annual Results Report. The report shows that by mid-point of its 2023–2026 Strategic Plan, ECW and its partners have reached 8.3 million crisis-affected children and adolescents across 33 countries with inclusive, quality… [Read More]
