The UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) has invited tenders to assess the effectiveness of UK higher education (HE) partnerships in East Africa, with applications due by 17 October 2025. The study will examine the equity, collaboration, and measurable benefits of these partnerships for both UK and East African institutions. The UK has a… [Read More]
Senegal Launches $4.5 Million Relief Package for Flood-Affected Communities
The Senegalese government has approved an emergency fund of CFA2.5 billion ($4.5 million) to support populations impacted by recent floods, officials announced on September 19. The relief package allocates $1.8 million for urgent drainage works to clear stagnant water and $2.7 million for direct assistance, including food distribution, shelter materials, and logistical support. Floods continue… [Read More]
MSF Sounds Alarm as Funding Cuts Threaten Global Fight Against AIDS, TB and Malaria
Doctors Without Borders (MSF) has warned that global efforts to combat HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis (TB), and malaria are at serious risk due to drastic reductions in international health funding. In January, the United States, historically the largest contributor to global health programs, announced a suspension and review of all international aid. As a result, nearly $3… [Read More]
Angola Boosts Ebola Preparedness Amid DRC Outbreak
In response to the recent Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Angola is stepping up disease surveillance, prevention, and preparedness efforts, particularly in Lunda Norte province, which shares a border with the DRC. A multidisciplinary team comprising experts from the National Directorate of Public Health, the National Institute for Health Research, WHO,… [Read More]
Digitizing Fuel Management: WHO Ethiopia Adopts TeleBirr E-Payment System
WHO Ethiopia has fully transitioned its fuel management operations to the TeleBirr e-payment platform, marking a key milestone in its drive for transparency, efficiency, and digital transformation. This move aligns with national regulations introduced in April 2024, which mandated that all fuel transactions in Ethiopia shift from paper-based coupons to electronic payments. With a fleet… [Read More]
EU and WHO Renew Partnership to Advance Universal Health Coverage (2025–2028)
The European Union (EU) and the World Health Organization (WHO) have renewed their collaboration to strengthen global health systems and advance universal health coverage (UHC) with the launch of Phase V (2025–2028) of the UHC Partnership. The announcement was made on the sidelines of the 80th UN General Assembly in New York City by European… [Read More]
MDBs Commit $19.6 Billion to Boost Global Water Security in 2024
The Joint MDB Water Security Financing Report 2024 highlights a landmark effort by ten Multilateral Development Banks (MDBs) to strengthen global water security. Building on pledges made at COP28 and the One Water Summit, the report establishes a baseline for tracking investments and collaboration in the water sector. In 2024 alone, MDBs approved USD 19.6… [Read More]
EU Champions Inclusion and Youth at Mongolia’s Hope and Possibility Marathon 2025
The European Union, through its Global Gateway initiative, joined the Hope and Possibility Marathon 2025 in Mongolia to promote inclusion, equality, youth participation, and public health. The event, held at Ulaanbaatar’s National Garden Park and organized by Achilles International Mongolia, brought together around 3,000 participants, including youth, athletes, persons with disabilities, families, and supporters under… [Read More]
European Film Festival 2025 Kicks Off in Jordan Showcasing 22 Films from Europe and Beyond
The 37th European Film Festival (EUFF), Jordan’s longest-running foreign film festival, opened today at the Royal Film Commission in Amman under the patronage of Her Royal Highness Princess Rym Ali. This year’s edition features 22 films spanning dramas, comedies, thrillers, documentaries, and animations, from European Union member states, as well as the United Kingdom, Switzerland,… [Read More]
UN Experts Condemn U.S. Sanctions on Key Palestinian Rights Groups, Call It an Attack on International Justice
United Nations human rights experts have expressed deep concern over the United States’ decision to impose sanctions on three leading Palestinian human rights organisations—Al-Haq, Al-Mezan, and the Palestinian Centre for Human Rights—calling the move a “direct attack on international justice”. The U.S. sanctions, issued under Executive Order 14203, target organisations that have long documented human… [Read More]
Bill Gates Pledges $912M to Fight AIDS and Malaria as U.S. Slashes Global Health Funding
Bill Gates has pledged $US912 million ($1.38 billion) to the Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria, urging world leaders—particularly the United States—to reverse recent cuts to global health funding. Speaking on Monday at a UN development event, Gates warned that “the world is at a crossroads” and that millions of children’s lives are… [Read More]
Bill Gates Urges World Leaders to Save Millions of Children as Global Health Funding Plunges
At the 2025 Goalkeepers event in New York, Bill Gates issued a powerful call to action, warning that “humanity is at a crossroads” as millions of children’s lives hang in the balance. Addressing over 1,000 global leaders, Gates outlined a roadmap to cut child deaths in half by 2045—but only if governments act now to… [Read More]
Ireland Pledges €3 Million to Help Small Island Nations Fight Climate Change
Ireland has announced €3 million in funding to support Small Island Developing States (SIDS) that are most vulnerable to the devastating impacts of climate change. The funding, unveiled by Minister of State for International Development and Diaspora Neale Richmond TD, will be directed to the Pacific Resilience Facility (PRF) to help communities facing increasing threats… [Read More]
Ireland Pledges Over €35 Million to Support Ukraine’s Humanitarian and Peace Efforts
Ireland has announced a new funding package of €35.4 million to support humanitarian and peace initiatives in Ukraine, reinforcing its commitment to stand with the country as it continues to resist Russia’s invasion. The announcement was made by Tánaiste and Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade Simon Harris TD and Minister of State for International… [Read More]
UK Government Opens Applications for Next Wave of Aviation Ambassadors
The UK government is calling on aviation professionals to help inspire the next generation of talent as applications open for the next cohort of Department for Transport (DfT) Aviation Ambassadors. Announced on 22 September 2025, this initiative invites experienced aviation experts to volunteer their time to promote the industry and help futureproof the aviation workforce…. [Read More]
Digital Futures: Building Inclusive Communities Through Technology
In today’s world, digital connectivity is no longer a privilege—it is a necessity for sustainable development. Technology has the power to accelerate the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), and the United Nations is calling for an urgent push toward equitable digital transformation. The latest UN Secretary-General’s annual report underscores this urgency, citing the 2024 UN E-Government… [Read More]
Botswana Charts a Roadmap for Decent Work and Responsible Investment
Botswana has taken a major step toward ensuring that trade and investment drive inclusive growth and decent work, with a three-day national workshop held in Gaborone from 16–18 September. The event, titled “Advancing Decent Work (SDG 8) through Responsible Business Conduct and Respect for International Labour Standards in Trade and Investment,” brought together representatives from… [Read More]
AI and Digitalization Could Create Thousands of Jobs in the Arab States—If the Transition Is Inclusive
A new International Labour Organization (ILO) report projects that digitalization and artificial intelligence (AI) could deliver significant economic and employment gains across the Arab States—if countries adopt inclusive, forward-looking policies. The study underscores the importance of ensuring that women, youth, and vulnerable groups are not left behind as the region embraces a rapidly evolving digital… [Read More]
UN Turns 80 Amid Global Turmoil: Leaders Urge Unity, Peace, and Renewal
The United Nations marked its 80th anniversary with a solemn ceremony in New York as world leaders gathered for the annual General Assembly debate. The historic chamber was darkened and bathed in blue light to honor the milestone, reflecting on the organization’s founding mission of peace and cooperation. General Assembly President Annalena Baerbock recalled how… [Read More]
UN High-Level Week Opens with Powerful Call to Turn Women’s Rights Promises into Action
The United Nations General Assembly’s high-level week began with a powerful celebration of women’s empowerment, marking the 30th anniversary of the landmark Beijing Declaration—a global blueprint for advancing women’s rights. Only the fifth woman to preside over the UN General Assembly in its 80-year history praised the courage of those “who fought for every phrase,… [Read More]
Nature-Based Tourism: A Billion-Dollar Pathway to Jobs, Growth, and Conservation
Well-planned, well-managed nature-based tourism is emerging as a powerful engine of economic growth and sustainable development. Tourist spending on activities, transportation, food, and accommodation creates ripple effects across local economies, generating jobs, strengthening value chains, and driving private sector growth. In destinations rich in natural assets but limited in economic opportunities, this form of tourism… [Read More]
Minderoo Donates US$1M to Shield Humanitarian Heroes Amid Rising Global Threats
On the eve of the United Nations General Assembly, the Minderoo Foundation has pledged US$1 million (A$1.52 million) to protect frontline aid workers risking their lives in conflict zones. Dr Andrew Forrest AO signed the Declaration for the Protection of Humanitarian Personnel, underscoring the urgent need to safeguard those delivering life-saving assistance in the world’s… [Read More]
Coventry Secures £1M Lifeline to Empower Vulnerable Young People with Skills for the Future
Coventry has secured a major funding boost of over £1 million to help transform the lives of the city’s most vulnerable young people, thanks to nearly £250,000 in new government support. The investment will fuel life-changing education and training opportunities, focusing on those aged 19–24 from disadvantaged backgrounds or with Education, Health and Care Plans… [Read More]
