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Embracing resilience: a call to action for women and girls in small island developing states
“Woman is the thread. Woman is the needle. She is the weaver of family and society.” This wisdom reminds us of our interconnectedness, from each... Read more
Malawian sisters confirm the lasting effect of Dignity Kits
“The items we received have proven incredibly durable; throughout all the times we have had to move from place to place, we carried them with us, and... Read more
Statement from UNFPA Executive Director Dr. Natalia Kanem on World Population Day
To leave no one behind, count everyone. For humanity to progress, people must be counted, wherever they are and whoever they are – in all their... Read more
A sky resembling smoke: Witnessing despair and hope in the wake of Tongaat’s tornado
It’s June 3rd and social media is abuzz with videos of hail the size of tennis balls and a sky that resembles something like smoke, 40 kilometres... Read more
Canada boosts UNFPA's efforts in Sub-Saharan Africa with CAD 10 million grant
Global Affairs Canada has pledged US$7.2 million to UNFPA, the United Nations sexual and reproductive health agency, to respond to severe... Read more
Drought emergency in Zambia: Child marriage, HIV and hunger on the rise for women and girls
SOUTHERN PROVINCE, Zambia – “They don’t have any food, and the teenagers can become vulnerable,” said nurse Suvannah Sinakaaba, in the village of... Read more
My journey with young change-makers in East and Southern Africa
Something struck me during a virtual event I was leading last week. A young person captured in a few words the essence of why we had gathered... Read more
UNFPA launches groundbreaking digital innovation strategy and toolkit to help end FGM and child marriage in East and Southern Africa
With the clock ticking towards the 2030 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), UNFPA, the United Nations sexual and reproductive health agency... Read more
Walking arm in arm towards a more inclusive future where everyone can access sexual and reproductive health
On the outskirts of Dar es Salaam lies a colourful oasis, one where sign language is spoken across the schoolyard and students are adept at assisting... Read more
Celebrating the spirit of youth
In the heart of Malawi, with the backdrop of the vibrant colors of the landscape and the warm smiles of its people, there exists a tale of courage,... Read more