The East Europe Foundation (Ukraine) has announced the second wave of its grant competition, titled ‘Support for CSO advocacy campaigns on the recovery of territorial communities and preparation for Ukraine’s accession to the EU’. The initiative is part of the project ‘Phoenix: The Power of Communities’, implemented by the Foundation with backing from the European… [Read More]
Climate Fund Backs Akaia Green Fuels Waste-to-Biogas Project in India with $32.2M
Climate Fund Managers has committed USD 32.2 million from its EU-supported Climate Investor Two Construction Equity Fund to Akaia Green Fuels, a commercial-scale waste-to-biogas facility in Uttar Pradesh, northern India. The investment reflects the European Union’s partnership with India to accelerate decarbonisation, support industrial transition, and expand renewable energy. The project converts approximately 94,000 tonnes… [Read More]
Australia Faces Criticism Over Temporary Visa Suspension Bill
This week, the Australian government introduced the Migration Amendment (2026 Measures No. 1) Bill 2026, which, if passed, would give the home affairs minister the power to issue an “arrival control determination” to prevent people from conflict- and crisis-affected regions from entering Australia on temporary visas, including tourist, student, or sporting visas. The measure automatically… [Read More]
Landmark Ukrainian Court Ruling Upholds Rights of Same-Sex Couples
The Supreme Court of Ukraine has upheld a lower court ruling recognizing a same-sex couple as a de facto family, marking a significant step for LGBTI rights in the country. Veronika Velch, Director of Amnesty International Ukraine, emphasized that the decision reaffirms the right of same-sex couples to be recognized as a family and prevents… [Read More]
Middle East: Call to Protect Energy Infrastructure from Unlawful Attacks
Amnesty International has called on Israel, the United States, and the Islamic Republic of Iran to immediately cease unlawful attacks on energy infrastructure, emphasizing the catastrophic risks to civilians and the environment. Recent airstrikes by Israeli-US forces targeted multiple fuel storage and distribution facilities in Iran, while Iranian military actions have affected oil and gas… [Read More]
Canada Backs Jewish Communities to Combat Hate Crimes
The Government of Canada has announced a dedicated investment of up to $10 million to support Jewish communities in enhancing the security of their gathering spaces, including schools, day cares, overnight camps, and places of worship, through the Canada Community Security Program (CCSP). This funding aims to address rising hate-motivated incidents and ensure that members… [Read More]
New Funding to Strengthen Warehouse Infrastructure for Kenyan Businesses
The successful listing of Africa Logistics Properties Real Estate Investment Trust (ALP REIT) on the Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE) marks a major milestone for Kenya’s industrial real estate sector. The listing was made possible through a UK–Kenya partnership, which included a USD 24 million commitment from the UK via the MOBILIST programme and the Private… [Read More]
FAO Near East and North Africa Marks International Women’s Day 2026
The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations in the Near East and North Africa (FAO NENA) commemorated International Women’s Day 2026 with a regional webinar titled “Women Farmers in the Near East and North Africa Region: Advancing Visibility, Knowledge and Inclusion.” The event brought together over 115 participants, including women farmers, government officials,… [Read More]
FAO Regional Conference 2028 to Be Held in El Salvador
Member countries of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) have agreed that El Salvador will host the 40th FAO Regional Conference for Latin America and the Caribbean (LARC40) in 2028. The decision was announced during the 39th FAO Regional Conference for Latin America and the Caribbean (LARC39), which gathered ministerial delegations… [Read More]
Climate Finance and Insurance Key to Asia-Pacific Agrifood Resilience
Across Asia-Pacific, extreme weather events and long-term climate impacts are increasingly disrupting agrifood systems, damaging infrastructure, and threatening rural livelihoods. The region is considered the most disaster-prone in the world, accounting for nearly half of global disaster-related agricultural losses. These challenges are placing growing pressure on food security, nutrition, and the resilience of farming communities,… [Read More]
UN Adopts Resolution to Establish International Coffee Day
The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations has welcomed the adoption of a resolution by the United Nations General Assembly declaring 1 October as International Coffee Day. The resolution, approved in New York, recognizes the cultural, social, and historical significance of coffee, highlighting its journey from its origins to its important role in… [Read More]
Zimbabwe Advances First Farmed Tilapia Market Strategy
Zimbabwe has reached an important milestone in the development of its aquaculture sector with the completion and validation of a national Farmed Tilapia Market Strategy. The achievement was highlighted during a multi-stakeholder workshop in Harare, where government representatives, farmers, private-sector actors, and technical partners reviewed the strategy. The initiative aims to transform farmed tilapia into… [Read More]
Private Sector Urges Investment to Transform Africa’s Agrifood Systems
Private sector leaders from across Africa have called for stronger partnerships, increased investment, and greater innovation to accelerate the transformation of the continent’s agrifood systems. The appeal was made during the 4th African Agribusiness Leaders Dialogue, an online consultation organized ahead of the 34th Session of the FAO Regional Conference for Africa. The event gathered… [Read More]
Ukraine Adds HPV Vaccine to National Immunization Schedule
Ukraine has introduced the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine into its national immunization schedule for the first time, offering a single dose to girls aged 12–13. The move marks the first addition of a new vaccine to the country’s routine immunization programme in nearly two decades. Despite the ongoing war, the rollout began in early 2026,… [Read More]
Pakistan Campaign Protects Millions from Measles, Rubella and Polio
A nationwide vaccination campaign in Pakistan successfully combined protection against measles, rubella, and polio, demonstrating how integrated public health efforts can reach vulnerable populations more effectively. Supported by the World Health Organization, the campaign in late 2025 delivered measles–rubella vaccines to about 34 million children while also administering oral polio vaccines to more than 19… [Read More]
WHO Warns Conflict Is Worsening Middle East Health Crisis
The ongoing escalation of conflict in the Middle East is placing significant strain on health systems across the region, according to the World Health Organization. More than ten days after the latest surge in violence, rising casualties, displacement, and continued attacks on healthcare facilities are worsening the humanitarian situation and increasing public health risks. Health… [Read More]
EU–UNEP Back Nature-Based Climate Action in Central Asia
Under a European Union–funded regional initiative focused on addressing climate and environmental risks in Central Asia, eight local civil society organizations were selected in August 2025 through a competitive call for proposals to support community-led actions. The initiative is implemented with technical assistance from the United Nations Environment Programme and aims to strengthen peace and… [Read More]
UN Official Warns Middle East War Costs $1 Billion Per Day
Tom Fletcher, the United Nations’ top emergency relief coordinator, has warned that humanitarian crises are escalating faster than aid agencies can respond as violence spreads across multiple regions. Speaking to reporters in Geneva, he described the situation as a “moment of grave peril,” stressing that without additional international support, millions of vulnerable people could lose… [Read More]
Ontario Launches Disaster Recovery Funding for Gravenhurst
The Government of Ontario is providing the Town of Gravenhurst with up to $780,000 to help cover emergency response and cleanup costs following extreme snowfall in November 2024. The financial assistance is being delivered through the Municipal Disaster Recovery Assistance Program, which supports municipalities facing unexpected natural disasters. The funding forms part of the province’s… [Read More]
Bulawayo Hospital Brings Hope Under Cloudy Skies
Mater Dei Hospital in Bulawayo has commissioned a solar photovoltaic hybrid system aimed at ensuring reliable electricity for critical healthcare services, marking an important step toward strengthening Zimbabwe’s health infrastructure. The system was launched during a ceremony attended by government officials, United Nations representatives, community leaders, and partners from the Old Mutual Group. Designed to… [Read More]
ILO Study Finds Over Half of Workers Face Violence in West Africa
A new International Labour Organization report highlights the widespread prevalence of violence and harassment in workplaces across Burkina Faso, Côte d’Ivoire, and Senegal. The research reveals that more than half of workers in Senegal and Côte d’Ivoire, and nearly half in Burkina Faso, have experienced some form of violence or harassment at work. The findings… [Read More]
India–EU Migration Opportunities Workshop Held in Assam
The International Labour Organization recently convened the Linking India–EU Migration Opportunities with the Northeast Corridor workshop in Guwahati, Assam, as part of the EU–India Cooperation and Dialogue on Migration and Mobility Project. The event was organized in partnership with the International Centre for Migration Policy Development and the Indian Council of World Affairs, with support… [Read More]
Cambodia Advances Safer and Greener Construction Practices
Cambodia is taking steps to strengthen worker safety, promote green standards, and support long-term reforms in its rapidly expanding construction sector. On 4 March 2026, senior government officials, employers, workers’ representatives, and international partners met in Phnom Penh to review research findings that highlighted key challenges facing the sector, including policy gaps, skills mismatches, and… [Read More]
