The country faces a humanitarian crisis brought on by the worst drought in decades. Furthermore, violence, organized crime and consequent displacements have escalated.
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The future of Kasai children under threat in DR Congo
The fighting that broke out in August 2016 has resulted in 850,000 children fleeing their homes, 400,000 suffering from malnutrition, and 440,000 not being able to complete the school year.
Up to 1.9 million people affected by mines and ERWs across Ukraine's conflict-affected oblasts
Though mine clearance and mine-risk education activities are ongoing, much more needs to be done in the conflict-affected areas to ensure that lives are not endangered or lost.
Tanzania + 4 more
Agencies partner to enhance protection of Burundi refugee children
In response to the Burundi crisis, and in light of the serious impact on children, UNHCR and child protection partners have come together to jointly agree on a Regional Plan of Action for 2018.
South Sudan + 6 more
US$1.5 billion needed to assist South Sudanese refugees in neighbouring countries
As the crisis enters its fifth year, it remains the largest refugee situation in Africa. As of 31 October 2017, there are close to 2.5 million refugees hosted in six asylum countries.
Aid agencies consider new ways of thinking about surge
New report collates data from project agencies and platforms to highlight learning that will help to support the humanitarian sector towards more effective surge practices.
Support for agriculture is crucial to restore livelihoods in protracted crises
The agriculture sector holds great potential before, during and after crises such as conflict and disasters, to save lives, contribute to livelihoods and provide decent employment.
Food security deteriorates among returnee households and in hard-to-reach areas of Syria
Despite a slight improvement in the food supply in December, prices are still high and unaffordable for about 400,000 besieged people in Eastern Ghouta. Access constraints remain a challenge.
Aid response strategy seeks $540 million to help 1.9 million people in oPt
The humanitarian response strategy for the period 2018-2020 will aim to move beyond single year operational planning, and to adopt a longer term planning lens.
Congo + 3 more
UNICEF seeks more than US$7.7 million to meet humanitarian needs in Republic of Congo
The country continues to suffer the impacts of refugees from neighbouring countries and the internal conflict between the Government and militias in the Pool Department.
Number of suspected cholera cases in Yemen passes one million
As of 24 December, 2,229 associated deaths were reported across the country. People over the age of 60 continue to account for the highest percentage of deaths - nearly one-third.
Kenya + 2 more
Drought conditions set to continue in Kenya this year, affecting 3.4 million people
An estimated 482,882 children require treatment for acute malnutrition, including 104,614 who are suffering from severe acute malnutrition (SAM), says UNICEF.
Libya + 3 more
Migrant women in Libya living on the edge
Racial discrimination and authorities’ responses to migration put irregular migrant women at risk - ranging from being harassed by the local community to kidnapping and imprisonment.
Cerca de 386 mil niños nacerán en todo el mundo el día de Año Nuevo
UNICEF pide a los gobiernos y asociados que se unan a la lucha para salvar millones de vidas infantiles ofreciéndoles soluciones de eficacia demostrada y de bajo costo.
Large-scale destruction of IDP settlements in the outskirts of Mogadishu raises concerns
UN Humanitarian Coordinator for Somalia, Mr. Peter de Clercq, bemoaned the unannounced destruction. Over 23 IDP settlements, housing over 4,000 IDP households, were destroyed.
World + 5 more
48,000 babies to be born on New Year’s Day in Eastern and Southern Africa
Almost 58 per cent of these births will take place in five countries. UNICEF calls on governments and partners to maintain and expand their efforts to save millions of children’s lives by providing proven, low-cost solutions.
WHO details impacts of the electricity crisis on health in Gaza
The unstable electricity has caused life-saving medical equipment to stop functioning, affects blood collection, storage and transportation, and puts the treatment of sewage at risk.
Main season harvests come in well-below average in conflict-affected areas
Households worst-affected by conflict at the periphery of the Sambisa axis in the northeast of Nigeria have been unable to engage in normal livelihood activities for several consecutive seasons.
Yemen’s families cannot withstand another day of war, let alone another 1,000
WHO, WFP and UNICEF appeal for humanitarian access and an end to conflict as 75 per cent of population are now in need of urgent humanitarian assistance.
World + 7 more
Peacekeepers saved many lives despite challenges in 2017 - UN officials
Challenges facing UN peacekeepers include the need for better training and equipment for intelligence gathering and situational awareness, as well as working closer with local communities.