UN food and refugee agencies are warning of severe cuts to their services due to significant funding losses, particularly from the United States.
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Humanitarian organizations in Ivory Coast have warned that President Donald Trump’s freeze on US foreign aid poses a “grave threat” to public health, particularly to programs tackling HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis, and malaria.
US aid freeze threatens Ivory Coast’s health efforts, say NGOs Read More »
Facing financial constraints, the UN World Food Programme closes its Southern Africa bureau, while the region endures the impact of an ongoing El Nino-induced drought.
WFP closes Southern Africa office due to funding cuts Read More »
South Africa’s unemployment rate saw a slight decrease to 31.9% in the last quarter of 2024.
South Africa’s unemployment rate dips slightly Read More »
The US confirmed Israel and Lebanon extended the troop withdrawal deadline to Feb. 18, pledged $117 million to Lebanon for ceasefire support, and announced prisoner negotiations.
Israel and Lebanon extend truce to Feb 18 — US Read More »
Egypt and the US have successfully restored the historic Bimaristan al-Muayyad Sheikh hospital in Cairo.
Ancient Cairo buildings reborn through partnership Read More »
In response to the escalating humanitarian crisis in the Democratic Republic of Congo, the US government has announced a $424 million aid package to support those affected by violence.
US pledges $424 million aid to war-torn DR Congo Read More »
The US increases humanitarian aid for Sudan as the UN warns of a potential famine.
US pledges $203 million for Sudan crisis relief Read More »
Ceasefire hope as Israel reportedly agrees to truce framework; US starts relief aid operations amid escalating Gaza conflict.
Israel reportedly leans towards Gaza ceasefire deal Read More »
