Marry Chikwanda in Uganda The pressure on Uganda’s natural surroundings is immense. Due to limited resources, a large number of farmers are resorting to draining wetlands in order to carry out agriculture. In addition, deforestation, overgrazing, soil depletion, and water contamination are causing negative effects on the cultivation and harvesting processes. In the past few […]
Isabel DE Villers in South Africa The world is currently experiencing the Fourth Industrial Revolution, which is marked by a surge of technological developments that could have a significant impact on various industries and economies worldwide. Artificial Intelligence (AI) is leading the way in this transformative era, offering the potential to revolutionize multiple industries and […]
Idi Amara in Ethiopia The prevalent brutality in the Oromia area in Ethiopia has negatively impacted vital facilities and underlying systems. The health infrastructure and water supply systems have been severely impacted. Almost all 42 health posts that exist in Begi, a district with a population of 100,000, have been either vandalized or robbed. Due […]
Peter Hendricks in Sudan According to Islamic Relief, there is an urgent need for the international community to increase their efforts in saving the planting season in Sudan and assisting struggling farmers. Due to the ongoing violent strife in Sudan that has persisted for three months, several farmers have been incapable of commencing the crucial agricultural planting season of the country, which denotes the start of the rainy season. […]
Introduction and Background The Law Society of Zimbabwe (LSZ) funded by the East West Management Institute (EWMI) and in partnership with the Legal Resources Foundation (LRF), is implementing the Partnerships for Justice (P4J) Programme in Zimbabwe. This programme is aimed at improving delivery of justice to the public through increasing the transparency, accountability, and efficiency […]
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In spite of exponentially increasing funding requirements, the WFP is setting its sights on providing assistance to countless individuals who have been affected by conflict. ibrahim Konate in Sudan The conflict in Sudan has resulted in a ripple effect of hunger, negatively impacting an already vulnerable region. Many individuals are seeking refuge in neighboring countries, exacerbating the already alarming levels of malnutrition and food insecurity. The situation is placing a great strain on the limited resources of the World Food Programme and other humanitarian organizations. Notwithstanding, WFP intends to provide food aid to almost six million individuals who have been severely impacted by the conflict in Sudan. It is crucial that our actions are prompt in light of the approaching rainy season and the possibility of decreased food production in Sudan’s main agricultural area. […]
Angela Simmons in New York Under-Secretary-General of the United Nations and Executive Director of the UN Environment Programme, Inger Andersen has urged civil society organisations around the globe to join forces against plastic pollution to create a healthy environment for all. This call from the UNEP boss comes at a time where plastic pollution is drowning […]
Editorial Desk The Security Council has made the choice to lengthen the term of the United Nations Integrated Transition Assistance Mission in Sudan (UNITAMS) until the 3rd of December 2023. With unanimous approval, resolution 2685 (2023) (scheduled as document S/RES/2685(2023)) was passed by the 15-member group. The Secretary-General was also requested to provide updates on […]
Editorial The government of Malawi has unlawfully and forcefully relocated refugees and asylum seekers throughout the nation, neglecting their fundamental human rights, according to a statement by Human Rights Watch. The authorities in Malawi need to quickly undo their actions and uphold the rights of all individuals to freely move, receive education, and enjoy a […]