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Use of agricultural statistics for improved food security
The UN Economic Commission for Africa (ECA) hosts a celebration for Africa Statistics Day 2022 on the theme “Strengthening data system by modernizing the...
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LSF closes inaugural $100 million repo transaction at COP27
The Liquidity and Sustainability Facility (LSF) designed by the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (ECA),...
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Hygiene pad made from regenerated plastic bottles
Real Relief announced that Safepad, a unique and innovatively designed product that offers a safe and infection-free experience to women during menstrual periods, is...
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Comprehensive services to survivors of gender-based violence
The Government of Ethiopia and UNICEF, inaugurated a one-stop centre (OSC) that provides comprehensive medical, legal, and psychosocial services to victims of gender-based violence...
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Multi-billion alliance for green infrastructure
The African Union, the African Development Bank Group and Africa50 in partnership with several global partners have launched the Alliance for Green Infrastructure in...
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Climate-related health crisis worsens as disease outbreaks surge
New analysis by the World Health Organization (WHO) has found that the number of reported disease outbreaks and climate-related health emergencies in the greater...
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Adapt or starve –IFAD calls for urgent climate finance
With the negative impacts of climate change becoming more frequent and severe, including devastating droughts and floods affecting the poorest rural communities in the...
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Women shortchanged by digital finance
Africa must invest in Science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education for women and girls, disciplines which would boost their economic empowerment and access...
