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The “2024 State of Health of the Nation Report” presents notable progress in Nigeria’s healthcare, particularly in health insurance and maternal health, while also highlighting challenges such as low facility …
Significant Progress Yet Persistent Challenges in Nigeria’s Healthcare Read More
Since 16 February 2025, Botswana has faced extensive flooding, displacing over 5,000 people and threatening access to essential services. UNICEF is allocating funds for relief efforts and has appealed for …
UNICEF Botswana Flood Situation Report: Urgent Aid Required Following Severe Flooding Read More
The United Nations in Uganda launched an emergency appeal seeking USD 11.2 million for a three-month response plan to the Ebola outbreak detected in January 2025. Mr. Leonard Zulu highlighted …
UN Launches Emergency Appeal for Ebola Response in Uganda Read More
The IOM report details the state of displacement in North-East Nigeria as of March 2025, highlighting 2,252,348 IDPs, a decrease of 0.1% from the previous round. It notes that despite …
IOM Nigeria Displacement Tracking Matrix: North-East Nigeria Displacement Report 49 Read More
Extreme heat has become a persistent threat in South Sudan, severely impacting women and girls. This phenomenon has led to health crises and educational disruptions, amplifying gender disparities in an …
The Disproportionate Effects of Heatwaves on Women and Girls in South Sudan Read More
The ongoing conflict in eastern DR Congo is heavily influenced by the M23 rebels, backed by Rwanda, and is characterized by the struggle for rare earth minerals. Various factors including …
Seven Factors Contributing to Ongoing Conflict in Eastern DR Congo Read More
Eastern DRC’s conflicts are ongoing due to the M23 rebels’ resurgence, backed by Rwanda and driven by competition for rare earth minerals, ethnic tensions, weak governance, and external influences. The …
Understanding the Ongoing Conflict in Eastern Democratic Republic of Congo Read More
The conflict in Ethiopia’s Oromia region has led to a stark rise in malaria deaths, significantly disrupting healthcare services. The WHO reported over 7 million cases in 2023 alone, with …
Ethiopia’s Conflict Triggers Alarming Surge in Malaria Deaths Read More
The UNHCR’s Regional Update for Southern Africa outlines significant challenges due to Cyclone Chido and unrest in Mozambique, affecting thousands. Initiatives in Angola and Namibia seek to enhance refugee self-reliance. …
UNHCR Regional Update: Southern Africa Operational Insights (October – December 2024) Read More
The Eritrean youth organization opposing President Isaias Afwerki is set to open a branch in Addis Ababa. Amid ongoing conflict, an investigation into the economic impact is being conducted, aiming …
Political Dynamics in Eritrea and Ethiopia: Tigray Leadership in Crisis Read More