FACTBOX-Ten facts about FGM, an ancient practice that mutilates girls' bodies
Two million more girls worldwide are expected to undergo female genital mutilation over the next decade as the pandemic hits global efforts to end the practice
'Choose - I kill you or rape you': abuse accusations surge in Ethiopia's war
In Ethiopia's Tigray, allegations of sexual abuse by soldiers are widespread, putting health services under strain for beds, contraception and STI tests
Lone Ethiopian child refugees seen at risk of exploitation in Sudan
Tracing their family members is complicated by camp relocations and lack of access to conflict-hit Tigray region, aid workers say
FACTBOX-What is female genital mutilation? Where is it practised?
New law says United States should lead the way in banning the ritual
Hungry for change: Faulty food systems laid bare by COVID-19 and climate crises
The pandemic has made it harder for farmers - already grappling with climate extremes - to sell their harvests, while rising poverty pushes more city residents to use food banks
In Christmas message curbed by COVID-19, pope calls on nations to share vaccines
Francis said that profits must not overtake humanity in the scrabble for COVID-19 vaccines as he gave a virtual Xmas service
Peril at sea, danger on shore for migrants trapped in Libya
Desperation is driving increasing numbers of migrants to make risky sea crossings from Libya to Italy
Fleeing Tigray war, Ethiopian children seen at risk of trafficking in Sudan
Hundreds of unaccompanied child refugees vulnerable to exploitation and trafficking, aid agencies warn
Syrian refugee in Sudan aims to show how refugees can make a difference
Syrian refugee Salam Kanoush says he wants to prove that refugees can bring about change and has devoted his time to helping other refugees and people in need
Pandemic, funding gaps seen fueling gender-based violence in Yemen
Women and girls most at risk as funding gap for protection services puts millions at risk of sexual exploitation, abuse and trafficking