The World Food Programme (WFP) warned that even a one-degree rise in global temperatures could push an additional 70 million people into food insecurity across 45 countries where it operates. As COP30 concludes in the Amazon, WFP highlighted how extreme weather is intensifying the global hunger crisis. Recent disasters such as Hurricane Melissa in the… [Read More]
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Portugal Partners with WFP to Strengthen Child Nutrition in Lesotho
The World Food Programme has received a contribution of EUR 50,000 from the Government of Portugal to improve the diets of young children in Lesotho’s schools. The funding will support local vegetable and fruit production for school meals, helping provide nearly 1,000 children under five in the Berea district with more diverse and nutritious food… [Read More]
Asian Development Bank Announces $10 Billion Plan to Deepen CAREC Regional Integration
The Asian Development Bank announced that it will invest more than $10 billion through 2030 to strengthen projects under the Central Asia Regional Economic Cooperation (CAREC) Program. The commitment aims to advance regional goals of digital connectivity, economic resilience, environmental sustainability, and social inclusion. ADB President Masato Kanda emphasized that this expanded support will help… [Read More]
African Development Bank Greenlights $68 Million to Stabilize Electricity in Bamako
The African Development Bank Group has approved $68.26 million in financing to support Mali’s Bamako 225 KV North Loop Project, aimed at strengthening the city’s electricity network. The funding package includes concessional loans, transition support, and climate-focused contributions from multiple partners, forming part of a larger $190 million investment jointly financed by regional and international… [Read More]
UN-Supported Initiative Drives Digital and Economic Revival in Rural Indonesia
Members of the South Bandung Farming Cooperative have seen strong economic gains in the past two years, with productive loans rising by 38 per cent and sales volumes increasing by 43 per cent after the introduction of a digital business app. Cooperative head Aun Gunawan explained that easier access to financing allows farmers to expand… [Read More]
UN Decries Horrific Massacres Amid Rising Violence in DR Congo
The UN condemned one of the most shocking attacks in a rising wave of violence carried out by the Allied Democratic Forces, an armed extremist rebel group. During the assault in Byambwe, a remote community west of Lubero in North Kivu province, four hospital wards filled with patients were set on fire. The region has… [Read More]
UN Deputy Chief Urges Protection of Nigeria’s Schools After Latest Mass Abduction
It was first reported that 215 pupils had been kidnapped from St. Mary’s School in Papiri, Niger state, but the number was later revised to 303 students and 12 teachers, according to the Christian Association of Nigeria. The association’s chair, who visited the school, said more than 80 students were taken after attempting to flee… [Read More]
Climate Finance Surges at Belém COP30 as Nations Pledge a Managed Fossil Fuel Transition
UN climate chief Simon Stiell emphasized that a new clean economy is emerging as COP30 concluded after long negotiations that ran into early Saturday. He highlighted that the world is moving away from polluting systems, marking a shift in global climate ambition and cooperation. The conference produced major financial commitments, including a goal to mobilise… [Read More]
Lower Malaria Vaccine Costs to Protect an Extra 7 Million Children by 2030
The agreement will reduce the price of the R21/Matrix-M malaria vaccine to $2.99 per dose within a year, a move expected to generate savings of up to $90 million. These savings will enable countries to purchase more than 30 million additional doses over the next five years, significantly expanding access. Gavi officials highlighted that this… [Read More]
Upholding Life and Justice in Chad: A Human Rights Imperative
In recent years, violence between herders and farmers in Chad has sharply increased, resulting in significant loss of life and property. Between 2022 and 2024, Amnesty International documented seven violent incidents across the provinces of Moyen-Chari, Mandoul, Logone Oriental, and Logone Occidental, leaving at least 98 people dead, over 100 injured, and more than 600… [Read More]
EIB Group backs €17.7 billion in funding for semiconductors, green infrastructure, energy networks, and social housing
The European Investment Bank (EIB) Group has approved a €17.7 billion financing package to drive Europe’s green transition, strengthen economic competitiveness, and foster global partnerships. The investments will support innovation in semiconductor manufacturing, battery storage, and strategic infrastructure, while also addressing social priorities such as social housing in Belgium, climate adaptation projects in Italy and… [Read More]
Transnet secures €350 million EIB Global loan to drive South Africa’s green transformation
EIB Global has signed a €350 million loan agreement with South Africa’s state-owned transport and logistics company, Transnet, supported by a €21 million grant from the European Union, to advance the country’s green transition under the Just Energy Transition Partnership. The funding will modernize port and rail infrastructure, develop green hydrogen facilities, and promote cleaner… [Read More]
EU-Philippines Partnership Accelerates Digital Transition and Innovation
The European Union and the Republic of the Philippines have formalized a new cooperation agreement through the EU-Philippines Digital Economy Package, aimed at advancing the Philippines’ digital transition and fostering innovation in key sectors, including 5G, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence (AI) for earth observation, and digital connectivity. This initiative is part of the EU’s broader Global… [Read More]
Violence Against Women Remains a Pervasive Crisis in the Americas, Says Report
Zimbabwe joined the world in commemorating World Food Day 2025 under the theme “Hand in Hand for Better Foods and a Better Future,” marking the anniversary of the founding of the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) in 1945. The celebrations in Zimbabwe took place at the Matopos Research Station, coinciding with FAO’s 80th anniversary. The… [Read More]
How a Devastating Health Ordeal Sparked a Life-Saving Initiative
Brandon Jaka, a 26-year-old pharmacist from Harare, has lived with HIV since birth, relying on daily antiretroviral therapy to manage the virus. From the age of eight, he adhered strictly to his treatment and diet under the guidance of his doctor and family, which kept the virus under control for many years. However, in 2017,… [Read More]
European Health Sector Fails 30% of Gender-Based Violence Survivors
A new report from WHO/Europe reveals that the health sector in the European Region is failing nearly one in three survivors of gender-based violence, leaving millions of women and girls without access to essential medical and psychological care. Titled “Care, courage, change: health sector leadership in ending violence against women and girls,” the report highlights… [Read More]
Nationwide Measles-Rubella Campaign in Pakistan Targets 34 Million Children
The Government of Pakistan, in partnership with Gavi, UNICEF, and the World Health Organization (WHO), launched a nationwide measles and rubella (MR) vaccination campaign in Islamabad to protect 34.6 million children. Running from 17 to 29 November 2025, the campaign targets children aged 6 months to 59 months and offers free vaccination at fixed centres,… [Read More]
Stronger Infection Control for Improved Maternal Health
A new study by the World Health Organization (WHO), the UN’s Special Programme in Human Reproduction (HRP), and the University of Liverpool, published in the New England Journal of Medicine, demonstrates that a structured and sustainable approach to infection prevention and control can save women’s lives. The Active Prevention and Treatment of Maternal Sepsis (APT-Sepsis)… [Read More]
Improving Child Health on World Children’s Day: Expanding Access to Better Medicines
On World Children’s Day, the Global Accelerator for Paediatric Formulations Network (GAP-f) renewed its call to improve access to essential and age-appropriate medicines for children. Despite progress in global health, millions of children—especially in low-resource settings—still face barriers to receiving the medicines they need due to gaps in research, policies, and timely investments. GAP-f emphasizes… [Read More]
Vianode Invests $3.2 Billion in St. Thomas, Strengthening Ontario’s Tech Sector
The Ontario government has secured a $3.2 billion investment from Vianode, a global leader in synthetic graphite manufacturing, to establish a state-of-the-art facility in St. Thomas. This marks Vianode’s entry into the North American market and represents a significant milestone in Ontario’s strategy to build a competitive, resilient, and self-reliant economy. The initial phase of… [Read More]
Government of Canada Supports French-Language Research with $900K Funding for Acfas
The Government of Canada has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting research and innovation in French, recognizing the strength and value of a dynamic French-speaking research community for the country’s scientific and economic ecosystem. On behalf of Minister Steven Guilbeault, David Myles, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Canadian Identity and Culture and Minister responsible for… [Read More]
£200 Million Fund Backed by Major UK Pension Schemes to Accelerate Science and Tech Innovation
The UK government has secured major backing from three pension funds—Aegon UK, NatWest Cushon, and M&G—for an initial £200 million fund aimed at investing in the country’s most innovative science and technology companies. Announced at Downing Street ahead of the upcoming Budget, the fund forms part of the British Growth Partnership and aligns with the… [Read More]
AI to Drive UK Economic Renewal with Billions in New Government Funding and Business Plans
The UK government has announced a multi-billion-pound investment in artificial intelligence to drive national growth, create thousands of jobs, and strengthen the country’s position as a global leader in AI. Key initiatives include the creation of AI Growth Zones, with the first in South Wales projected to generate over 5,000 jobs over the next decade,… [Read More]
