UNICEF sounds the alarm over rampant child abuse in east DRC amid spiraling conflict

UNICEF has sounded the alarm over escalating child rights violations in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), where armed groups are reportedly perpetrating widespread sexual violence and recruiting child soldiers. “In the North and South Kivu provinces, we are receiving horrific reports of grave violations against children by parties to the conflict, including rape […]

Ruto declared winner of Kenya’s presidential election as results questioned

Deputy President William Ruto was declared the winner of the close presidential election in Kenya over five-time contender Raila Odinga, amid drama and disagreement across parts of the Kenyan capital. Wafula Chebukati, chairperson of the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC), announced that Ruto had won the election with 50.49% of the vote to Odinga’s […]

COP28: Princess Lalla Hasnaa Visits UAE & Morocco Pavilions

Princess Lalla Hasnaa, President of the Mohammed VI Foundation for the Protection of the Environment, visited on Wednesday in Dubai “UAE House of Sustainability” pavilion and “Morocco pavilion” in COP28. Upon her arrival, the Princess was welcomed by Emirati Minister of climate change & Environment Maryam Al Meheiri and Moroccan Minister of National Education, Chakib […]