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In Egypt, men and boys stand firm against female genital mutilation

Zanaty El-Sawy first decided to research the topic of female genital mutilation to protect his two daughters. © UNFPA Egypt/Roger Anis

02 January 2025

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Tanzanian women highlight the path from bodily autonomy to sustainable development

Nurse Salma Mgeni places her arm around Safia Yahya after giving her a contraceptive implant at the Fuoni Health Facility in Zanzibar. For them, it is clear that family planning plays an important role in helping women, families and communities thrive. © UNFPA Tanzania/Karlien Truyens

02 December 2024

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Germany strengthens partnership with UNFPA to respond to women and girls in the most neglected humanitarian crises

03 Dec 2024

Flexible, quality funding from donors like Germany is pivotal to addressing overlooked emergencies. © UNFPA Chad / Eric Djepatarlemgoto

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Norway strengthens commitment with UNFPA to end female genital mutilation

19 Nov 2024

Supported by funding from UNFPA donors, Hawa Kamil works with the Elle&Elles Network, a local grassroots organization and leading advocate for sexual and reproductive health and rights, including female genital mutilation. © UNFPA / Fahmia Al-Fotih

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“You don’t see young women in some camps”: Harrowing reports of sexual violence and healthcare attacks in Sudan’s Aj Jazirah State

A UNFPA mobile health team member provides health services for displaced women and children in Gedaref, in eastern Sudan. More than 135,000 people have been displaced from Aj Jazirah state since October 20, following a wave of armed violence. Credit: UNFPA Sudan

19 November 2024

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In Sudan, city’s last remaining hospital shelled: “We need support now”

A newborn in Al-Saudi Maternity Hospital after large portions of the hospital were demolished in artillery fire. © Al-Saudi Maternity Hospital

28 October 2024

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Responders to Nigeria’s flood crisis are themselves affected by crisis

The streets of Maiduguri, Nigeria, are flooded following torrential downpours. Flash floods have affected millions across multiple countries. © UNFPA Nigeria

21 October 2024

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Empowering young Tanzanians to choose their own paths

Melania Zambiliti (standing) alongside members of the Upendo group, who have gained entrepreneurial skills that provide them with an income, while also learning about sexual and reproductive health. Together, they have built a strong sense of unity and shared purpose. © UNFPA Tanzania/Ayubu Lulesu

08 October 2024

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Women, girls see health access deteriorate as hostilities intensify displacements across Gaza, Lebanon and Syria

Damage to Al-Shifa Hospital, in Gaza, seen in April of 2024. The hostilities have only escalated since then. © UNFPA / Dominic Allen

10 October 2024

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Humanitarian response enables safe childbirth amid Cameroon’s catastrophic floods

A couple affected by violence and flooding in Mada, Far North Cameroon, received a baby box kit provided by UNFPA. © UNFPA Cameroon/Samuel Sawalda

14 October 2024

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