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South Sudan now world's fastest growing refugee crisis – UN refugee agency

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Refugees from South Sudan arrive in Elegu, northern Uganda.

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Japan Makes US$8.4 Million Contribution To WFP For Emergency Needs In South Sudan

The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) has welcomed a contribution of US$8.4 million from the Government of Japan to support its emergency response and the WFP-managed United Nations Humanitarian Air Service (UNHAS) in South Sudan.

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Haiti: Community Radio Stations Back On The Airwaves In Hurricane-Affected Areas

When Hurricane Matthew ripped through Haiti in October 2016, many communities struggled to recover amid torrential rains, blocked routes and the interruption of radio stations and telephone networks. In addition to humanitarian assistance, people were...

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UN announces interagency group to coordinate global fight against antimicrobial resistance

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Deputy Secretary-General Amina Mohammed (left) briefs journalists on antimicrobial resistance. She was joined...

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