World Malaria Day 2022
Every year on the 25th of April, World Malaria Day is commemorated to draw global attention to malaria and its catastrophic effects on families, communities, and societal development, particularly in […]
Every Day is Earth Day! International Mother Earth Day 2022
The History International Mother Earth Day, otherwise known as Earth Day, is commemorated on the 22nd of April every year, through resolution A/RES/63/278, which was adopted by the UN General […]
Somalia at risk of famine (IPC Phase 5) following the multi-season drought and rising food costs, worsening acute food insecurity and malnutrition
If the current April to June Gu season rains fail, food prices continue to climb dramatically, and humanitarian assistance is not scaled up to reach the country’s most vulnerable residents, […]
World Health Day 2022
Picture a society where everyone has access to clean air, water, and food. Where economies focus on health and wellbeing. Where people have control over their health and the health […]
UNHCR warns of devastating floods in South Sudan following the onset of the wet season
At the press briefing that was held at the Palais des Nations in Geneva, Andrew Harper, Special Advisor on Climate Action to the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees warned […]
25 million people in East Africa face extreme hunger if drought continues
With $5 million, the International Rescue Committee (IRC) is stepping up its response to East Africa’s worst drought in 40 years, providing essential humanitarian aid in Ethiopia, Kenya, and Somalia. […]
World Water Day 2022
Every year on March 22nd, World Water Day is commemorated to highlight the importance of freshwater. World Water Day honors water while also raising awareness of the 2.2 billion people […]
WHO warns of dangerously low medical oxygen supply in Ukraine following crisis
Health must remain a core pillar of the humanitarian response during the Ukraine crisis, with health systems and facilities preserved, functional, safe, and accessible to those who require basic medical […]
Burundi’s returning children face an uphill battle for education and safety
According to Save the Children’s research, only one out of every ten displaced children in Burundi receives a full education, with as many as 67% out of school, including those […]
The Situation of families in Chardonnières, Haiti since the earthquake
Six months after the earthquake that struck Haiti on 14th August 2021 killing approximately 2,200 people, hurting 12,700, and affecting nearly half a million children, UNICEF continues to assist families, […]