A new UNICEF analysis reveals that over 400 million children worldwide are living in poverty, missing out on at least two essential needs such as […]
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NIGERIA: Fresh School Abductions Rock Niger State as Another Mass Kidnapping Unfolds
Nigeria is once again grappling with a disturbing surge in school kidnappings after gunmen stormed St. Mary’s Catholic School in Papiri, Niger State, early Friday, […]
WHO aims to vaccinate 40,000 children in Gaza
A fresh window of hope opened for families in Gaza as the World Health Organization (WHO) announced plans to immunize more than 40,000 children against […]
NIGERIA: Kwara Shuts Schools as Fresh Security Threats Spread Across Multiple LGAs
Authorities in Nigeria’s Kwara State have ordered the closure of all schools in Ifelodun, Ekiti, Irepodun, Isin, and Oke Ero after receiving new reports of […]
South Africa Tense as Anti-Migrant Group Blocks Foreigners From Clinics
A growing anti-migrant movement known as Operation Dudula has been blocking foreigners from receiving care at public health facilities in South Africa. Members of the […]
African Children Rising: Stories of Young Stars Who Inspired a Continent
Across Africa, many children have risen from humble beginnings to touch the world with their talent, passion, and determination. Their stories remind us that greatness […]
UGANDA: Tensions Rise as Ugandan Police Block NUP Rally in Arua
Uganda’s opposition National Unity Platform (NUP) says its officials were prevented by police from entering a scheduled campaign venue in the major northern city of […]
Pregnant Sudanese Women Endure Dangerous Journeys to Escape War
Nadra Mohamed Ahmed was seven months pregnant when she escaped the brutal violence tearing through her hometown of El-Fasher in Sudan. After trekking nearly 40 […]
African Leaders Reaffirm Commitment to Protect Children
During a regional children’s summit in Gaborone, Botswana on 17 November, leaders from countries including Namibia, Zambia, and Mozambique came together to pledge stronger action […]
Tragedy Strikes as Bridge Collapse Claims Dozens at Congo Mine
South Africa’s foreign minister on Monday raised strong concerns about a plane that arrived in the country carrying more than 150 Palestinians. Foreign Minister Ronald […]