Dec 01 2024
GENEVA: The year 2024 has become the deadliest on record for humanitarian personnel, the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) said, citing data from the Aid Worker Security Database. This grim milestone was reached with the recorded death of 281 aid workers globally, surpassing previous records. “Humanitarian workers are being killed […]
NEW YORK: Evacuation orders issued by the Israeli military have impacted the safety of humanitarians delivering aid in the Gaza Strip, the head of the UN’s Department of Safety and Security (UNDSS) said on Tuesday. “Mass evacuation orders are the latest in a long list of unbearable threats to UN and humanitarian personnel,” Under-Secretary-General Gilles […]
NEW YORK: The UN chief’s Spokesperson told journalists at the regular press briefing in New York on Monday that Secretary-General António Guterres is closely following negotiations in Doha focused on trying to end the war in Gaza, where the situation continues to remain catastrophic after more than 10 months of unrelenting war. “The Secretary-General very […]
JERUSALEM/CAIRO/AMMAN: Two rounds of a polio vaccination campaign are set to start in late August and September 2024 across the Gaza Strip to combat the spread of a type 2 poliovirus (cVDPV2). WHO and UNICEF are urging all sides in the conflict to agree to seven-day humanitarian pauses to allow these vaccination rounds. These pauses […]
The ‘Best Communication and Humanitarian Practices Supporting Social Responsibility’ is open for governments, private sector, and international organisations. Sharjah: Reinforcing its dedication to spotlighting impactful social and humanitarian efforts, the Sharjah Government Media Bureau (SGMB) is inviting global pioneers in humanitarian and social responsibility fields to compete in the 11th edition of the Sharjah Government […]
Dubai: Dubai Humanitarian, a leading global advocate for sustainable humanitarian practices, showcased its commitment to transformative action at the Humanitarian Networks and Partnerships Weeks (HNPW) held in Geneva. Spearheading four impactful sessions, Dubai Humanitarian convened global stakeholders to address pressing challenges and explore innovative solutions in humanitarian action. Giuseppe Saba, CEO and Board Member of Dubai Humanitarian, highlighted […]
Abu Dhabi: President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan stands as an iconic figure in the global humanitarian sphere, renowned for his steadfast dedication to aiding people and nations facing crises. His leadership in charitable endeavors worldwide has cultivated a culture of empathy and benevolence. These humanitarian efforts have significantly bolstered the UAE’s […]
Dubai: Dubai Humanitarian, a prominent advocate for sustainable humanitarian efforts worldwide, demonstrated its dedication to catalyzing change at the Humanitarian Networks and Partnerships Weeks (HNPW) in Geneva. Leading four influential sessions, Dubai Humanitarian brought together international stakeholders to tackle urgent issues and seek inventive approaches in humanitarian endeavors. Giuseppe Saba, CEO and Board Member of […]
Dubai: Azizi Developments has increased its contribution towards the “1 Billion Meals Endowment” campaign, launched by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, by adding another AED50 million, bringing the total of its contributions to AED 100 million. This makes it the largest individual contribution to […]
Contributions are being made to the registered Turkish authorities and to the Embassy of the Syrian Arab Republic in the UAE. Dubai: Mahzooz is once more among the first responders to support the humanitarian relief efforts in Turkey and Syria, following the devastating earthquake that hit those countries recently. Known in the region for its […]
Abu Dhabi: The UAE sent a plane carrying 30.6 tonnes of food to areas affected by recent floods in the Republic of Chad, including the capital, N’Djamena, to meet the needs of more than 442,000 people, especially the elderly, women, and children. Rashid Saeed Al Shamsi, UAE Ambassador to the Republic of Chad, said, “These […]
