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More Communities in Senegal Disavow Female Genital Mutilation and Cutting

The young women of Pata (in the Kolda region of southwest Senegal) are active in the campaign to end female genital mutilation/cutting.

31 January 2012

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In Mogadishu, Nothing Is Simple

"Lack of equipment is endemic in this area ofthe country, there is nothing," said Dr. Mohamed Yusuf, director of the Somalia Medina hospital in the capital. Photo: Dominic Nahr/Magnum Photos

05 January 2012

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Youths Vow to Protect Themselves and Others

Phakama("Rise,Stand Up"), a theatre troupe in South Africa, educates audiences about HIV and AIDS. Actors shown here perform a scene emphasizing the importance of caregiving to those with virus.

22 December 2011

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Cutting the Carbon Footprint in South Africa

A woman who works at a rooibostea farm in South Africa carries a crop. Working collectively, the farmers have been successful marketing the tea locally and abroad, providing a model of economic sustainability. Photo@UNFPA

14 December 2011

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Dial 555 for Help on Fistula

Community sensitization also takes place in slums through performences by the Jambo Drama Group in Freetown, the capital. Photo by Bernadette Ettl

12 December 2011

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A Song for Cameroon

07 December 2011

Press Release

Galvanize Greater Political, Financial Support for Family Planning, UNFPA Urges Leaders at Landmark Conference in Senegal

29 November 2011

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Griots Help Reduce Cutting in Guinea

Traditional griots during an awareness-raising session on the dangers of cutting.

23 November 2011

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A Malawi Newborn With a Potent Message

22 November 2011

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Lacking Sanitary Pads, Girls Miss School in Dadaab Refugee Camp

18 November 2011

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