The World Health Organization (WHO) has announced its recommendations for the viral composition of influenza vaccines for the 2026 influenza season in the southern hemisphere. The announcement followed a four-day consultation involving experts reviewing surveillance data and other relevant information to guide vaccine formulation. Regular updates to influenza vaccine composition are essential due to the… [Read More]
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Sex Life Impacts Are Key Factor in Contraceptive Discontinuation, Study Shows
A new study conducted by the World Health Organization, the UN Special Programme in Human Reproduction (HRP), and The Pleasure Project reveals that about one in 20 people who discontinue contraception while still needing it do so due to perceived negative impacts on their sex lives. The systematic review, titled The Sex Effect: The prevalence… [Read More]
Angola Advocates for Newborn and Child Safety as Core Health System Priority
Rossana Francisco lost her mother, a nurse, when she was just nine years old, an experience that inspired her to dedicate her life to caring for others. Now 26, Rossana is completing her nursing degree at the Private University of Angola (UPRA) and is currently interning in the gynecology and obstetrics department at Luanda General… [Read More]
Asian Development Bank Supports Batumi–Sarpi Highway Development in Georgia
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved a $360 million loan to enhance Georgia’s road infrastructure and regional connectivity. The funding will support the upgrade of the final critical section of Georgia’s East–West Highway, providing a climate-resilient connection to the country’s border with Türkiye at Sarpi and strengthening Georgia’s capacity to manage its road infrastructure… [Read More]
UN Address: China’s Premier Li Calls for Global Solidarity and Economic Growth
China’s Premier Li Keqiang addressed the United Nations General Assembly, emphasizing that solidarity benefits all, while division undermines global progress. He warned that unilateralism and protectionism threaten the international order built over decades, and stated that humanity is once again at a crossroads. Reflecting on the defeat of fascism and the founding of the UN… [Read More]
Youth as Drivers of Change: World Leaders Emphasize ‘Extraordinary Power of Ordinary People
At the United Nations General Assembly, world leaders highlighted the central role of young people in addressing the world’s most urgent challenges. They emphasized that today’s generation holds remarkable promise, despite the barriers millions of children and youth face in accessing education, healthcare, and political participation. Annalena Baerbock, President of the General Assembly and one… [Read More]
Exim Bank Tanzania Receives $10M Trade Finance Guarantee from AfDB for SMEs
The African Development Bank Group’s Board of Directors has approved a $10 million trade finance guarantee facility for Exim Bank Tanzania Limited to unlock and de-risk trade transactions. The facility will provide up to 100 percent guarantees to international confirming banks against the risk of non-payment, enabling Exim Bank to expand access to essential imports… [Read More]
PM of Barbados Calls for Protection of Rules-Based World Order
Prime Minister Mia Mottley of Barbados addressed the United Nations General Assembly, emphasizing that the survival of small states and global peace depends on preserving a rules-based international system. She warned that truth, trust, and fairness are being eroded by war, inequality, and the climate crisis, and stressed that countries of all sizes can only… [Read More]
UN Faces Crisis, Says Indian Senior Government Minister
In his address to the United Nations General Assembly, India’s Minister for External Affairs, Subrahmanyam Jaishankar, criticized the UN as “gridlocked” and underlined the urgent need for international cooperation and organizational reform. He questioned how the UN had lived up to expectations, highlighting ongoing conflicts in Ukraine, the Middle East, West Asia, and numerous other… [Read More]
Indonesia Set to Receive Dubois Collection from the Netherlands
The Netherlands has announced plans to return more than 28,000 fossils from the Dubois collection to Indonesia, following a formal request by Indonesian authorities. The collection, currently held at the Naturalis Biodiversity Center in Leiden, includes key fossils such as a skullcap, a molar, and a femur attributed to Homo erectus, an important species in… [Read More]
India and EU Launch Ideathon to Combat Marine Plastic Litter
The India-EU Ideathon on “Combating Marine Plastic Litter” was officially launched as a joint initiative by the Office of the Principal Scientific Adviser to the Government of India and the Delegation of the European Union to India, with support from the India-EU Trade and Technology Council Working Group on Green and Clean Energy Technologies. The… [Read More]
How Quality Learning Connects Classrooms to Communities
Md. Mofazzol Haque is currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Social Work at Shahjalal University of Science and Technology. Alongside his studies, he works as a student journalist for Bangladesh Pratidin and The Daily Campus. With a strong background in media, he is particularly focused on the role of journalism in strengthening democracy in Bangladesh…. [Read More]
New Wave of Displacement Hits Northern Communities Amid Escalating Conflict
In northern Mozambique, a fresh wave of coordinated attacks by armed groups in September has forced hundreds of families to flee their homes, with many arriving in the districts of Mueda, Nangade, and Montepuez. However, these areas are already struggling after eight years of conflict, making it difficult to provide adequate support for the relentless… [Read More]
10 Ways International NGOs Can Protect Civic Space and Show Solidarity
Civic space is facing growing threats worldwide due to the rise of authoritarianism, right-wing populism, political division, and global instability. These trends have led to restrictions on protest rights, attacks on activists, and burdensome regulations on civil society organisations, limiting their ability to push for social change. In the first part of this blog series,… [Read More]
Ireland Commits €12.3 Million in Aid to Support People of Sudan
Ireland has pledged €12.3 million in humanitarian aid to Sudan in response to the devastating conflict that erupted last year, which has left millions facing hunger and displacement. The announcement was made during an international conference in Paris, jointly organized by the European Union, France, and Germany, to mobilize support for Sudan and its neighbouring… [Read More]
EIB Group Approves €7.1 Billion Financing to Boost European Tech, Energy Security, Defence, and Ukraine Support
The European Investment Bank (EIB) and the European Investment Fund (EIF) have approved €7.1 billion in new financing to strengthen Europe’s technological leadership, energy security, and infrastructure. The funding will also back projects for climate adaptation, urban development in Italy, business support in Spain, and sustainable transport in Greece. Additionally, the Boards approved significant investments… [Read More]
Cyprus to Receive Additional EIB Funding for Healthcare and EU Investments
The European Investment Bank (EIB) has announced two new financing agreements with Cyprus, reinforcing its long-term partnership with the country and its commitment to improving healthcare, research, education, and sustainable development. These investments will also accelerate Cyprus’s green and digital transition, benefiting both people and communities. The first agreement allocates an additional €5 million to… [Read More]
UK Commits Additional £6 Million to Somalia Security Support Facility Trust Fund
The United Kingdom has announced an additional contribution of £6 million (over $8 million USD) to the Somali Security Forces (SSF) Trust Fund, administered by the United Nations Support Office in Somalia (UNSOS). This funding will provide vital non-lethal logistical support, including food rations, fuel, communication equipment, tentage, and life-saving medical evacuation services for Somali… [Read More]
la Caixa” Foundation and UNHCR Strengthen Efforts for Maternal and Child Health
The ”la Caixa” Foundation and UNHCR have reaffirmed their long-standing partnership to support refugee communities in Ethiopia, one of Africa’s largest refugee-hosting countries. As part of this renewed collaboration, the ”la Caixa” Foundation will continue its support for the Moments of Motherhood (MOM) Project, a flagship initiative that has significantly improved health outcomes for refugee… [Read More]
From Violence to Empowerment: Rhoda’s Inspiring Journey of Survival
In December 2019, Rhoda Chechepus narrowly escaped a life-threatening fire set in her hut by her husband, a culmination of years of domestic violence. At the age of 32, the mother of three from Katukumwok village in Amudat District carries both physical and emotional scars, which ultimately motivated her to leave the abusive marriage six… [Read More]
Post-Aid Solutions to Hunger: How Africa Zero Hunger is Transforming Food Security
Food insecurity is a growing crisis across Africa, with many vulnerable populations dependent on emergency aid that often fails to address the root causes of hunger. The Africa Zero Hunger campaign, led by the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC), represents a shift from short-term relief toward long-term, sustainable solutions. Leveraging… [Read More]
Breaking Barriers to Financing Digital Inclusion: Join the Global Conversation
Nearly one-third of the global population has never accessed the internet, with rural and marginalized urban communities, particularly in the Global South, being the most affected. Groups facing systemic barriers, including women, Indigenous peoples, and low-income populations, are disproportionately excluded, highlighting the urgent need for equitable digital access. Despite sufficient resources existing to close these… [Read More]
DBS Foundation Grants SGD 4.5 Million to 22 Businesses, Empowering 4 from India
DBS Foundation (DBSF) has selected 22 Businesses for Impact (BFIs) across its key markets, including four enterprises from India, to receive funding under its Annual Grant Award programme. Chosen from over 1,500 applicants, the cohort will receive a total of SGD 4.5 million to scale their businesses and support communities in need. The impact from… [Read More]
