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Malawi: Child trafficking and forced labour push thousands to work on tobacco farms

·December 22, 2022·1 min read

“Despite the abolition of the tenancy system, serious concerns persist in relation to risks of trafficking of children and forced labour”, the experts said. “Countries where tobacco companies are headquartered must strengthen action to prevent trafficking for purposes of child and forced labour”. Working towards this end, the experts have...

South Sudan: ‘Raw violence’ displaces thousands during ‘ruthless conflict’, UNHCR says

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·December 8, 2022·3 min read

“And more people are fleeing as conflict intensifies”, Arafat Jamal, UNHCR’s Representative in the world’s youngest country, said in a press release. At least 3,000 people have already fled to neighbouring Sudan – further escalating South Sudan’s refugee crisis, which is already the largest in Africa.  ‘Civilians under attack’ “Civilians are under...

Iran: Thousands held for peacefully protesting must be released

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·November 16, 2022·1 min read

The UN human rights office, OHCHR, called on Tuesday for the immediate release of thousands of Iranian citizens who have been detained after peacefully demonstrating against the Government following the death of Mahsa Amini for breaking strict hijab rules two months ago....

Humanitarians aid thousands in need across DR Congo; UN peacekeepers attacked by hostile crowd |

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·November 3, 2022·1 min read

n an update for journalists in New York during the regular press briefing on Wednesday, UN Spokesperson Stéphane Dujarric said many of those forced to flee their homes in the Rutshuru area, have found temporary shelter in schools, hospitals, churches and other sites, although most are living with host families who...

Thousands of children endure ‘horrific conditions’ in conflict zones: UN report |

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·July 11, 2022·4 min read

The dangers outlined in the report range from conflict escalation, military coups, and takeovers, protracted and new conflicts, as well as violations of international law. Cross-border conflict and intercommunal violence also impacted the protection of children, especially in the Lake Chad Basin and Central Sahel regions. The report highlights almost...