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Urgent Action Needed’ as Progress Stalls on Global Energy and Clean Cooking Goals — Major Report Warns

June 25, 2025

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…Despite notable progress in electricity access since 2015, millions, mostly in sub-Saharan Africa, remain trapped without basic energy or clean cooking solutions….

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Climate and Environment

IOM Mobilizes Relief for Flood-Devastated Communities in Brazil’s Rio Grande do Sul

June 24, 2025

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By HeapNews The International Organization for Migration (IOM) is providing vital support to communities in Brazil’s southern state of Rio Grande do…

WHO Warns Progress on Tobacco Control Slows as Industry Interference Rises

June 24, 2025

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…Global report reveals success stories but calls for bolder action to close policy gaps and protect millions of lives By Bunmi Yekini…

Health HIV & AIDS UPDATE

UN Commits $15 Million to Accelerate Malawi’s Fight Against HIV/AIDS

June 23, 2025

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…Five-year programme aims to bolster community response, scale up gains By Bunmi Yekini The United Nations Programme on HIV/AIDS (UNAIDS) has announced…

Climate and Environment

Bonn Climate Talks Heading for “Confusing Combination of Good, Bad and Ugly Outcomes,” ActionAid Warns

June 21, 2025

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By Bunmi Yekini BONN, Germany — ActionAid has warned that the ongoing UN climate talks in Bonn risk producing a “confusing combination…

WHO Unveils Technical Documents Targeting Deadly Waterborne Pathogens

June 21, 2025

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…New guidelines spotlight top 10 WASH-related threats as experts warn of preventable deaths By Bunmi Yekini The World Health Organization (WHO) has…

Climate and Environment

Climate-Smart Shea Facility Opens in Baruten, Kwara, Unlocking Economic Opportunities for Women and Youth

June 20, 2025

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By Bunmi Yekini Baruten Local Government Area of Kwara State has embraced a new era of opportunity and sustainable development as the…

Climate and Environment Health

Private Finance Is a ‘Trojan Horse’ for Exploitation, ActionAid Warns at UN Climate Talks

June 19, 2025

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By Bunmi Yekini Bonn, Germany – June 19, 2025 — As global climate negotiators gather in Bonn to deliberate on key frameworks…

Health HIV & AIDS UPDATE

Lenacapavir Gets FDA Green Light, Sparks Hope and Fears Over Global Access

June 19, 2025

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By Bunmi Yekini The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved lenacapavir, a long-acting injectable that can prevent HIV infections for…

WHO Issues First Global Guidelines for Managing Sickle Cell Disease in Pregnancy

June 19, 2025

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…New recommendations aim to reduce life-threatening risks for mothers and babies By Bunmi Yekini Geneva, 19 June 2025 — The World Health…

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