Interviews
Zambia looks to climate-smart agriculture to combat poverty
The government in Zambia has long known about the threat that climate change poses to its economy and the livelihood of its citizens. Estimated losses to the country’s GDP from its impacts on agriculture...
Somalia hopes to ensure that drought never turns to famine again
Somalia has launched a new humanitarian plan with the support of the United Nations that aims to ensure famine resistance. The announcement comes one year after Somalia announced a national emergency...
Technology is transforming healthcare systems around the world
The pace of health innovation is accelerating rapidly with new technologies regularly being discussed in the context of health and the improvements they can bring. Furthermore, technology is now a key component...
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UNICEF launches new appeal to bring aid to 48 million children
UNICEF, the UN children’s agency, is appealing for $3.6 billion to help support almost 50 million children in some of the world’s most devastating conflicts. The organisation estimates that...
Climate change could hit farming incomes in India by 25%
The Indian government released its annual Economic Survey this week which has drawn attention to the potential economic damage from climate change to agricultural livelihoods. The survey provides analysis...
Mobile phones are improving healthcare for isolated Vietnamese communities
Mobile phones are bringing crucial health information to isolated ethnic minority women in Vietnam. Vietnamese ethnic minority women often lack access to mainstream maternal and childcare services due to...
‘Conflict and climate change’ are increasing world hunger, says UN Secretary-General
Speaking at the 30th African Union Summit on Satuday, the UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres highlighted climate change as one of the leading causes of world hunger. He commented: “Climatic...
World Food Programme and FAO: Hunger in conflict stricken countries is intensifying
The latest bi annual report from the World Food Programme (WFP) and Food and Agricultural Organisation of the UN (FAO) reveals that food insecurity in conflict zones is continuing to deteriorate. There...
UN Environment and WHO agree to fight environmental pollution together
UN Environment and the World Health Organisation (WHO) have signed a new agreement to combat major development issues around the world, including air pollution, climate change, water quality, food and nutrition....
Canada doubles its contribution to the Global Partnership for Education
The Prime Minister of Canada, Justin Trudeau, announced at the World Economic Forum this week that the country will now provide $180 million each year to the Global Partnership for Education, a doubling...
Leading NGOs join forces to equip health workers with digital technology
Two innovative NGOs have announced a partnership to increase the availability of digital technology to health workers in Africa. Living Goods and Last Mile Health made the announcement at the World Economic...
UK scientists lead cutting edge research into ‘super crops’
New research led by UK scientists is looking to create crops that are more nutritious and resilient to disease, drought and floods. The research aims to allow farmers in Africa to adapt to the changing...
