DRC empowers refugee women in South Sudan
In Upper Nile State, South Sudan, women and girls make up 52% of the refugee population. Spread across four camps, these women and girls are particularly vulnerable to gender-based violence (GBV) and disenfranchisement. As the lead protection agency in Maban County, and the managers of Doro and Yusif Batil Refugee Camps, the Danish Refugee Council has begun a campaign to reduce physical and psychological abuse of women. This includes raising awareness about gender?based violence and inequality, as well as empowering women on issues related to their well-being and that of their families.
Water as vital to national security as defence - UN
Stresses on water supplies aggravated by climate change are likely to cause more conflicts - report
Carbon Clear launches Sudan's first CO2 project
10,000 clean cookstoves will be distributed in Sudan, aiming to attract its first investment for cutting household emissions
Access to water pays double dividends in conflict-affected states
Cooperation from all parties is needed if lack of access to water leads to even more tensions in conflict-affected communities
Central African Republic rebels reach outskirts of capital
In Bangui, panicked residents run through the streets, and shops and schools shut after national radio announces rebel advance
A Step Forward Amid Strong Opposition to Womens Human Rights at this Years 57th Commission on the Status of Women
The Commission on the Status of Women (CSW 57) ended last week Friday with an Agreed Conclusions document acknowledged by many as fair and balanced, and "an important step forward" to addressing violence against women and girls (VAWG).