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Africa

Africa: TACTiC – Test Avoid Cure TB in Children

[ad_1] This new report details how children with tuberculosis continue to be left behind in the global effort to end the disease. The report, TACTIC: Test, Avoid, Cure Tuberculosis in Children, surveyed tuberculosis policy guidelines in 14 countries* with a high burden of tuberculosis, revealing that many countries lag behind in aligning their national tuberculosis policies with the latest guidelines from the World Health Organization (WHO). We urge all countries to update their national guidelines to be in line with […]

todayOctober 15, 2024

Africa

Africa: Unicef Urges Global Action As 800 Million Children Lack Basic Hygiene Services in Schools

[ad_1] More than 800 million children around the world lack access to basic hygiene services, including water and soap, at their schools, according to the United Nations. The staggering figure, shared ahead of Global Hand washing Day, underscores the urgent need to improve hygiene infrastructure to protect children's health and well-being. Marking Global Hand washing Day on Tuesday, UNICEF reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring every child has access to hand washing facilities. The lack of basic hygiene in schools leaves […]

todayOctober 15, 2024

Africa

Africa: Nearly Two Million Severely Malnourished Children at Risk of Death Due to Funding Shortages for Therapeutic Food

[ad_1] UNICEF launches urgent appeal for US$165 million to reach children as some countries run critically low on therapeutic food for treatment Nearly two million children suffering from severe wasting, also known as severe acute malnutrition, are at risk of death due to funding shortages for life-saving Ready-to-use-Therapeutic-Food (RUTF) to treat wasting, UNICEF warned today. Levels of severe wasting in children under five years remain gravely high in several countries, fueled by conflict, economic shocks and climate crises. "In the […]

todayOctober 15, 2024

Entertainment

Nigeria: Adesua, Banky W Set to Welcome Second Child

[ad_1] Banky W and Adesua welcomed the birth of their first child, Zaiah, in 2021 after a four-year wait. Actress Adesua Etomi and her husband, R&B singer Olubankole Wellington, known as Banky W, are expecting their second child, sparking joyous celebrations among fans and well-wishers. The 36-year-old actress shared the news in an Instagram post on Monday, accompanied by photos from her maternity photoshoot. Adesua's caption, adorned with love emojis, beautifully conveyed the couple's journey from their initial union to […]

todayOctober 15, 2024

Africa

Africa: Climate Change – Care for Humans, Other Species and the Natural Environment Is the Key to a Just Transition

[ad_1] Communities across the world are facing two worsening crises: a climate crisis and a care crisis. The evidence and urgency on the climate crisis has been expertly illustrated by the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC). The root cause of this crisis is the increase in greenhouse gases in the atmosphere. This is due to excessive exploitation of fossil fuels, deforestation and industrial processes. In short, it is a result of development processes that have not been based on […]

todayOctober 12, 2024

Africa

Africa: ‘Pivotal Moment’ As Violence Against Children Reaches Unprecedented Levels Worldwide

[ad_1] Violence against children remains a pervasive global issue, with up to a billion children vulnerable to various forms of abuse, according to United Nations Special Representative of the Secretary-General on Violence against Children. In a report released on Thursday, Najat Maalla M'Jid said that violence against children had reached unprecedented levels. "Millions of children worldwide are victims of physical, sexual, and psychological violence both online and offline, including child labor, child marriage, female genital mutilation, gender-based violence, trafficking, bullying, […]

todayOctober 11, 2024

Africa

Africa: Girls Transform Africa – Five Reasons Why Investing Today Will Build the Africa of Tomorrow

[ad_1] As we mark the International Day of the Girl Child, it is sobering to realize that only 16 million out of more than 37 million adolescent girls in Western and Central Africa are currently enrolled in secondary school. Of these, fewer than half will complete lower secondary school, and many will enter early marriage or childbearing before they become adults. These numbers reflect lost potential and futures limited by circumstances beyond their control. The good news is that every […]

todayOctober 11, 2024

Africa

Request For Expression Of Interest: Technical Partner For The Mastercard Foundation Young Africa Works Dialogue Series on Dignified And Fulfilling Work

[ad_1] THE OBJECTIVE OF THIS CALL FOR EXPRESSION OF INTEREST The Mastercard Foundation is seeking a technical partner (or consortium of partners) to support the rollout of the next editions of the Young Africa Works Dialogue Series during 2025. The objective is to onboard a partnership that can provide technical, operational and implementation expertise in knowledge mobilization, stakeholder engagement, hosting youth-led intergenerational dialogue, event management, and post-event outputs to ensure the successful execution of the dialogue series. Submissions are open […]

todayOctober 10, 2024

Entertainment

Nigeria: Introducing Kids to Fashion – A Positive Approach

[ad_1] Introducing children to fashion can be a fun and empowering experience. It allows them to express their creativity and individuality while learning essential life skills. Encourages Self-expression/ Creativity: Fashion lets kids explore colours, patterns, and styles, fostering their creative side. Personal Style: By experimenting with different outfits, children can develop their unique sense of style and feel more confident in expressing themselves. Builds Confidence/ Decision-making Skills: Choosing their outfits helps kids make decisions, boosting their confidence and assertiveness. Self-acceptance: […]

todayOctober 8, 2024

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