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UNICEF says it urgently needs US$ 45 million to help children in conflict-strickenMali, where political instability has severely aggravated an already fragile situation for women and children. CH UNTV
UNICEF says it urgently needs US$ 45 million to help children in conflict-strickenMali, where political instability has severely aggravated an already fragile situation for women and children. CH UNTV
An innovative community-based approach in Burao town,Somalilandis now helping to tackle the causes of malnutrition and provide early intervention for those showing signs of malnutrition. UNICEF
EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy, Catherine Ashton, briefs the Security Council on cooperation between the European Union and the UN. UNTV
The United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) today said it was getting prepared in case the security situation in Mali deteriorates following France’s decision to start reducing troop numbers. CH UNTV
The UN envoy to West Africa, Said Djinnit told the Security Council today that developments in Mali could have “far-reaching” consequences for the sub-region. UNTV
Success in tackling the ongoing crisis in Mali requires strong military action along with intense focus on the political challenges, while also addressing the dire humanitarian situation in the country, the top United Nations political affairs official stressed today. UNTV
The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) is working to provide food and fight malnutrition for conflict-affected people in Mali, West Africa.
The Special Envoy of the Secretary-General for the Sahel, Romano Prodi told the Security Council today that any military effort in Mali must be undertaken after careful analysis and thorough preparation and must be part of an agreed political process. UNTV
Eking out any kind of life in the Sahel is tough, but a group of women in north western Burkina Faso are turning their corner of this harsh, arid region into a lush and productive garden. UNICEF
The United Nations Assistant Secretary-General for Human Rights today said that what was needed inMaliwas "for the government to take control over rebel controlled area and an organization of a credible election." UNTV