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Published on 01:48 GMT

Johns Hopkins aid groups to lay off more than 2,000 amid Trump cuts

Two Baltimore-based global aid groups affiliated with Johns Hopkins University began to lay off staff Thursday as officials grappled with massive federal funding cuts. Jhpiego, the Center for Communication Programs and the Hopkins School of Medicine will …

Source: Baltimore Banner - Maryland - Label Pending
Published on Mar 13, 2025

"2 million dead by the end of the year": Ex-USAID chief says aid cuts will kill starving children

In the wake of USAID’s shuttering by billionaire Elon Musk and President Donald Trump, those familiar with USAID’s work have been fighting for the restoration of key programs, like those that relieve the starvation of children, while bracing for the impact …

Source: Salon - Left-wing
Published on Mar 13, 2025

The Complexities of the Congo: What do the battles with M23 mean for the DRC and UN Peacekeeping?

At the end of January 2025, the M23 captured the city of Goma, the largest city in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and the region’s humanitarian and security hub. Why does this matter to us international lawyers? It matters for many reasons, not …

Source: EJIL: Talk! - Neutral
Published on Mar 13, 2025

Belgium and WHO strengthen partnership to advance global health goals

The discussions focused on several key priorities, including strengthening universal health coverage and health systems and improving access to essential vaccines, medicines, and health technologies. Belgium’s discussions with the World Health Organization …

Source: Open Access Government - Center-left
Published on Mar 13, 2025

Congo at The Crossroads of Minerals Diplomacy?

The University of Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo: Africa's first nuclear reactor, ... [+] located on this modestly guarded site, was built in 1958 by American firm General Atomics AFP PHOTO / LIONEL HEALING (Photo credit should read …

Source: Forbes - Neutral
Published on Mar 13, 2025

‘People need a break’: DRC conflict reignites dark memories of Congo wars

In parts of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), communities are gearing up for war or fleeing to safety amid the advance of M23 rebels, who captured the key eastern cities of Goma and Bukavu in recent weeks, leaving devastation in their wake. The …

Source: Al Jazeera - Pro-Government
Published on 02:20 GMT

The unexpected knock-on effect of Trump's minerals 'deal of the century'

ShareSave Donald Trump's arrival to the White House is a "a major blow to global climate action". So said Christiana Figueres, the former UN climate chief, after he was elected for a second term in November. Since taking office Trump has …

Source: BBC - Public Broadcaster
Published on Mar 13, 2025

The Impact of Trump's Withdrawal from Climate Agreements on Africa

Kim Heller Announcing the United States’s withdrawal from the Paris Agreement on climate change, President Donald Trump was clear that his administration would put an end to the steering of “American taxpayer dollars to countries that do not require, or …

Source: IOL - Uncategorized
Published on Mar 13, 2025

Africa File, March 13, 2025: Looming Civil Wars in Ethiopia, South Sudan Threaten to Plunge Horn into Crisis; Renewed ...

Contributors: John Reece and Nick Markiewicz Data Cutoff: March 13, 2025, at 10 a.m. To receive the Africa File via email, please subscribe here. Follow CTP on Twitter, LinkedIn, and BlueSky. The Africa File provides regular analysis and assessments of …

Source: Critical Threats - Washington D.C. - Center-right
Published on Mar 13, 2025

SADC Summit ends DRC mandate, orders phased withdrawal of troops

NAIROBI, Kenya, Mar 13 – The Southern African Development Community (SADC) has officially terminated the mandate of the SADC Mission in the Democratic Republic of Congo (SAMIDRC) and directed a phased withdrawal of its troops from the conflict-ridden …

Source: Capital FM Kenya - Label Pending
Published on Mar 12, 2025

Concern Worldwide lays off almost 400 staff citing ‘aid funding cuts’

Almost 400 staff working with Concern Worldwide have lost their jobs in a move the humanitarian organisation linked to “aid funding cuts”. The number of job losses is expected to rise due to the severity of the funding cuts the charity has experienced, a …

Source: The Irish Times - Center-left
Published on Mar 13, 2025

'It is a dangerous strategy, and one for which we all may pay dearly': Dismantling USAID leaves the US more exposed to ...

In the days after President Trump ordered a pause on nearly all U.S. foreign aid, Secretary of State Marco Rubio suggested that scrutiny on the money the U.S. spends abroad is a matter of plain self-interest. "Every dollar we spend, every program we …

Source: LiveScience - Neutral
Published on Mar 12, 2025

Kagame’s Double Standards: Criticizing Congo While Benefiting from Foreign Aid

Rwandan President Paul Kagame, who has ruled his country for nearly 30 years under an increasingly authoritarian regime, recently criticized the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) for relying on foreign aid despite its immense natural wealth. Kagame, who …

Source: The Rwandan - Neutral
Published on Mar 12, 2025

Press Remarks by EU High Representative Kaja Kallas after Her address to UN Security Council

Full speech of EU High Representative/Vice-President Kaja Kallas: It is a real pleasure to be here at the United Nations Security Council. I am also very happy that we have the Team Europe here, really you can see that we work all very well together. …

Source: Sada Elbalad - Gov't Propaganda
Published on Mar 13, 2025

SADC summit reaffirms support for DRC

Luanda - The Extraordinary Summit of Heads of State and Government of the Southern African Development Community (SADC) on Thursday reaffirmed its commitment to continue supporting the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) in safeguarding its independence, …

Source: Angola Press Agency - Pro-Government
Published on Mar 13, 2025

Poisoning the well

Driving along a stretch of New Mexico Highway 605, just north of the tiny Village of Milan, it’s easy to imagine that this area has always been no-man’s-land. Little appears in the distance except for a smattering of homes and trees peppered by expanses of …

Source: Searchlight New Mexico - Left-wing
Published on Mar 12, 2025

Why Congo Is Suing Apple

Welcome to Foreign Policy’s Africa Brief. The highlights this week: South Sudan faces instability, Sudan’s army accuses UAE of complicity in genocide at the ICJ, and a parliamentary sexual harassment scandal could become Nigeria’s #MeToo moment. If you …

Source: Foreign Policy - Label Pending
Published on Mar 11, 2025

With U.S. Aid Cuts No Longer a Threat, Rwanda Bets Big on Soft Power

Since an armed rebel group backed by Rwandan troops launched a major offensive in the Democratic Republic of Congo, professional cyclists have raced on lush Rwandan hills, John Legend performed a sold-out concert in the capital, Kigali, and entrepreneurs …

Source: The New York Times - Neutral
Published on Mar 12, 2025

Hopkins programs forced to close as Trump administration ends USAID grants

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced on Monday, March 10, that the Trump administration had completed its six-week review of programs within the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) and will shutter 83% of the programs. The rest of …

Source: The Johns Hopkins Newsletter - Maryland - Neutral

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Published on March 13, 2025 - 23:08 GMT

African Calendar LLC Unveils First-Ever Igbo Calendar to Revive Africa’s Lost Heritage and Unite the Diaspora

HUNTINGTON BEACH, CA, UNITED STATES, March 13, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- African Calendar LLC passionately announces the launch of the African Igbo Calendar, designed by Udee Onyioha, that takes into account the rich history, groundbreaking …

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Published on March 13, 2025 - 15:29 GMT

Data Center Construction Market to Hit $58.33 Billion By 2030, Building the Future of Data Center Infrastructure

The Data Center Construction Market is expanding rapidly, driven by growing cloud adoption, AI advancements, and increasing data storage demands. LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, March 13, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- According to a new report …

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Published on March 13, 2025 - 12:04 GMT

Outsourced CFO: Budget 2025 A Mixed Bag for Businesses In South Africa

Strategic planning essential as VAT hikes, infrastructure investments offer both challenges and opportunities for South African businesses in Budget 2025. CAPE TOWN, SOUTH AFRICA, March 13, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The 2025 Budget Speech, …

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Published on March 13, 2025 - 22:55 GMT

President Cyril Ramaphosa: Eight South Africa - European Union Summit

Your Excellency, President Costa, Your Excellency, President von der Leyen, Your Excellencies Ambassadors of the European Union and South Africa, Members of the European Union and South African delegations, Good afternoon, It is a great pleasure to welcome …

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Published on March 13, 2025 - 19:26 GMT

Ilham Aliyev received Secretary-General of UN Conference on Trade and Development

AZERBAIJAN, March 13 - 13 March 2025, 16:52 On March 13, President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev received Rebeca Grynspan, Secretary-General of the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD). Rebeca Grynspan congratulated …

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Published on March 13, 2025 - 14:03 GMT

Urology Care Foundation Announces 2025 Humanitarian Recognition Awardee

BALTIMORE, March 13, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Urology Care Foundation (UCF), the world's leading nonprofit urological health foundation and the official foundation of the American Urological Association, is pleased to announce Mahesh Desai, MD, …

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Published on March 13, 2025 - 12:57 GMT

Basic Education briefs National Council of Provinces on budget shortfall

The Minister of Basic Education (DBE) has informed the National Council of Provinces (NCOP) that an estimated R129 billion is required to address the critical infrastructure backlog currently affecting schools across the country. This urgent need for …

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Published on March 13, 2025 - 23:36 GMT

Amazing Love Movement Weekend Honors Teachers at Comedy Show with Omar Gooding and Benefit Youth at All-Star Zoom-a-Thon

His Love is Amazing Founder Apostle Mardia Scott Launches Events Sponsored by Humanitarian Bill Whittle to Uplift the Baton Rouge Community on March 15-16. BATON ROUGE, LA, UNITED STATES, March 13, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Amazing Love …

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Published on March 13, 2025 - 23:08 GMT

African Calendar LLC Unveils First-Ever Igbo Calendar to Revive Africa’s Lost Heritage and Unite the Diaspora

HUNTINGTON BEACH, CA, UNITED STATES, March 13, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- African Calendar LLC passionately announces the launch of the African Igbo Calendar, designed by Udee Onyioha, that takes into account the rich history, groundbreaking …

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Published on March 13, 2025 - 22:16 GMT

The GRO Foundation Is Bringing Uganda’s Forests Back

The GRO Foundation is restoring Uganda’s forests—255M trees, 138M tons of CO₂ captured, and livelihoods rebuilt for a sustainable future. KAMPALA, UGANDA, March 13, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The land remembers. It remembers the forests that …

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Published on March 13, 2025 - 20:24 GMT

Italian American One Voice Coalition Raps Saturday Night Live for Pattern of Bigoted Italian Slurs

NORTHVALE, NJ, UNITED STATES, March 13, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Italian American One Voice Coalition (“IAOVC”), the nation’s largest independent Italian American anti-bias organization, is calling out Saturday Night Live (“SNL”) for …

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Published on March 13, 2025 - 19:56 GMT

Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood and The Pride Center at Equality Park Announce Drag Brunch on June 1

The Pride Center Honors to Recognize Ana Navarro, Co-host of ABC’s The View, Nadine Smith of Equality Florida and The Our Fund Foundation FORT LAUDERDALE, FL, UNITED STATES, March 13, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In recognition of Pride Month, …

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Published on March 13, 2025 - 18:20 GMT

Revolutionizing Philanthropy: AI-Powered Platform Bridges Donors with Community Needs

Northern Cincinnati Foundation launches revolutionary AI platform, connecting donors to community needs with smart matching, impact analytics & seamless giving. CINCINNATI , OH, UNITED STATES, March 13, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a …

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Published on March 13, 2025 - 17:00 GMT

THE GREATER WASHINGTON URBAN LEAGUE ANNOUNCES HONOREES AND SPEAKERS FOR THEIR ANNUAL WHITNEY M. YOUNG JR. GALA

Gala To Honor Congresswoman Maxine Waters; Karine Jean-Pierre, Former White House Press Secretary; Giant Food; and Will Dawkins, GM of the Washington Wizards WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, March 13, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Greater Washington …

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Published on March 13, 2025 - 15:20 GMT

iChange Nations™ Appoints Todd Mosby as World Civility Ambassador during Private Ceremony at Oakland City University

OAKLAND CITY , IN, UNITED STATES, March 13, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On February 1, 2025, during a school-wide event at Oakland City University, Todd Mosby from Evansville, Indiana, was appointed as the World Civility Ambassador by iChange …

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Published on March 13, 2025 - 14:22 GMT

Neighborhood LTC Pharmacy Partners with IntellectAbility to Enhance IDD Healthcare Training for Pharmacists

KANSAS CITY, MO, UNITED STATES, March 13, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Neighborhood LTC Pharmacy is proud to announce a new partnership with IntellectAbility, a health and wellness training leader for supporters of people with intellectual and …

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Published on March 13, 2025 - 13:00 GMT

Anne-Marie Jones Named President at DigDeep

Leadership evolution strengthens organizational capacity as DigDeep continues mission to ensure access to clean, running water across the United States LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, March 13, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- DigDeep, a leading …

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Published on March 13, 2025 - 12:03 GMT

Brad Hoylman-Sigal State Senator and Manhattan Borough President Candidate Endorses Todd J. Stein for District Leader

Momentum builds for Upper East Side's advocate Todd J. Stein, as Brad Hoylman-Sigal, respected candidate for Manhattan Borough President, endorses Stein. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, March 13, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The momentum …

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Published on March 13, 2025 - 11:20 GMT

Evènement à l’ONU sur les otages arméniens détenus en Azerbaïdjan

Alors que les procès pour l'exemple progressent à Bakou, Christian Solidarity International porte le cas des otages arméniens devant l'ONU PARIS, FRANCE, March 13, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Christian Solidarity International organisera …

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Published on March 13, 2025 - 10:31 GMT

Leaders of Uzbekistan and France elevate bilateral relations to strategic partnership

The President of the Republic of Uzbekistan, Shavkat Mirziyoyev, and the President of the French Republic, Emmanuel Macron, held talks at the Élysée Palace. PARIS, FRANCE, March 13, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The President of the Republic of …

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Published on March 13, 2025 - 07:36 GMT

A' Usability and Universal Design Awards Announces Comprehensive Design Prize for 2024

A' Design Award & Competition Introduces Enhanced Universal Design Prize Package Supporting Innovation and Excellence in Universal Design COMO, CO, ITALY, March 13, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The A' Usability and Universal Design …

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Published on March 13, 2025 - 05:53 GMT

The Royal House of Ghassan Partners with Heartbeats International, the World's Largest Christian Music Festival

The Royal House of Ghassan Joins Forces with Heartbeats International to Inspire Christian Faith and Unity BEVERLY HILLS, CA, UNITED STATES, March 12, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Royal House of Ghassan, a historic humanitarian and cultural …

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Published on March 12, 2025 - 19:14 GMT

The National Black Lawyers Names PLDO Attorney LaTri-c-ea McClendon- Hunt Top 100 Lawyer in Rhode Island

This recognition honors the top 100 African American lawyers in each state, recognized for their outstanding legal skills and professional contributions. JOHNSTON, RI, UNITED STATES, March 12, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Pannone Lopes Devereaux & O’ …

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Published on March 12, 2025 - 18:50 GMT

Project Alive ED Recognized for Transformative Leadership in Rare Disease Advocacy During Women’s History Month

Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it's the only thing that ever has.- Margaret Mead LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, March 12, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- – As the nation celebrates …

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Published on March 12, 2025 - 18:46 GMT

Washington, D.C. and Massachusetts top list of the best places in the U.S. for Women’s Power and Influence, Alabama last

New Report: Washington, D.C. holds the top position in the nation regarding women’s power and influence. Alabama and Mississippi rank last. WASHINGTON, DC, DC, UNITED STATES, March 12, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- NEW REPORT: Washington, D.C. and …

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Published on March 12, 2025 - 18:39 GMT

The Kilgoris Project Announces Zach Carpenter New President

International Organization Promotes New Leadership from Within LOS ALTOS, CA, UNITED STATES, March 12, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Kilgoris Project (TKP) is pleased to announce the appointment of Zach Carpenter as the organization’s new …

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Published on March 13, 2025 - 05:33 GMT

MEDIA ADVISORY: New paper on exploitation of Palestinian women working in illegal Israeli settlements

Paper released as West Bank sees escalations in Israeli military and settler violence, killings, injuries, forced displacements, residential demolitions and movement restrictions. Oxfam has released a briefing paper Palestinian Women Working in Illegal …

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Published on March 12, 2025 - 16:40 GMT

La Comisión Latina sobre el SIDA anuncia la Gala Anual Cielo en celebración de su 35 aniversario

El evento reconocerá líderes en la lucha contra el VIH y el SIDA y recaudará fondos para continuar con los esfuerzos para responder a los retos de hoy dia NUEVA YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, March 12, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- La Comisión Latina …

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