crises

The recent report by the Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) sheds light on a troubling reality: eight African nations are grappling with some of the most overlooked humanitarian crises in the world. These crises—rooted in ongoing conflict, climate shocks, and displacement—are often sidelined by limited funding, inadequate media coverage, and insufficient response from the global community. What does this mean for the lives of millions? In many cases, these crises unfold in obscurity, far removed from the pages of…

The humanitarian challenges we face today are profoundly complex and daunting, steered by four prominent global forces: escalating conflicts, increased assaults on civilians, the worsening impacts of climate change, and the widening chasm of economic inequality. Have you ever wondered how such factors collectively intensify the need for humanitarian intervention, compelling the world to act with urgency? These elements coalesce, forming a brewing storm of humanitarian needs…

In the heart of Addis Ababa, the bustling capital of Ethiopia, the African Union convened its annual summit. This gathering, straddled between the echoes of prior conflicts and the anticipations of future peace, witnessed a pivotal leadership transition. Among the dappled sunlight that filtered through the grand assembly hall, an air of quiet anticipation settled in—a new chief was to be chosen for the African Union Commission, a role vital for steering the organization through its intricate daily operations. The merits of…

Press Photo On Sunday, Badr Abdelatty, Egypt's Foreign Affairs, Immigration, and Egyptian Expats Minister, got together with Sheikh Abdullah Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, his Emirati counterpart, in Abu Dhabi. This gathering also included UAE's State Minister for African Affairs, Sheikh Shakhbout Bin Nahyan, along with Ambassador Lana Nassiba, the Special Envoy to the EU, and Sherif Eissa, the Egyptian Ambassador. Abdelatty praised the blossoming relationship between Egypt and the UAE, pointing out how various fields…

The Russian offensive in Ukraine, which began on February 24, has already displaced more than three million people. And its impact on food security is worrying, as Russia and Ukraine account for a third of the world's grain exports. And a significant portion…