World Refugee Day raises awareness of the rights of refugees and highlights the plight of those fleeing conflict or persecution. This year’s theme is ‘For a world where refugees are welcomed’.
Read MoreSelf Help Africa Responding to Ongoing Crises in Ethiopia’s Amhara Region
A deadly combination of conflict, drought and crop failure has plunged millions of people in Ethiopia into crisis.
In the far north, millions have been left needing life-saving assistance since intense conflict resulted in the declaration of a State of Emergency in Amhara Region almost a year ago. In a country where more than four million people have been displaced, over six hundred sixteen thousand (616,000) IDPs are situated in the Amhara region according to the regional Disaster Prevention and Food Security Commission (DPFSC) January 2024.
Read MoreTom Brown: Supporting Women, Children and Rural Communities in Nigeria
Tom Brown is a traditional Nigerian food supplement made with a combination of different cereals and locally sourced products. It’s especially beneficial for infants, young children and breastfeeding women to prevent malnutrition.
Read MoreEl Niño Weather Patterns Causing Severe Food Insecurity in Malawi
Dry weather caused by the 2024 El Niño have meant that 4.4 million people faced crisis levels of food insecurity from June 2023 – March 2024.
Read MoreWorld Environment Day 2024 – Our Land, Our Future
The theme for World Environment Day 2024 is ‘Our Land. Our Future’. The focus is on land restoration, drought and desertification.
Read MoreTransforming Communities in Malawi With Solar-Powered Water
After a cholera outbreak in Malawi’s Mtungwi village killed seven people and affected 280 others, Self Help Africa worked with the local district council to help prevent and protect the communities from further outbreaks of disease.
Read MoreEarth Day 2024 – Self Help Africa’s Sustainable Agriculture Solutions
Earth Day 2024 takes place on 22 April to highlight and promote environmental issues, conservation and the protection of our planet.
Read MoreBringing Clean Water to Dowa District: A Report from Malawi
Providing universal access to clean and sustainable water is a key priority for Self Help Africa’s Di- WASH programme in Malawi.
Read MoreSeeds of Success: Revitalising Onion Production in The Gambia
More than half of onions consumed in The Gambia are imported. We’re working with farmers to increase its production and business potential.
Read MoreWorld Water Day 2024: Water For Peace
World Water Day takes place on March 22nd with the theme: ‘Water For Peace.’ Water is one of our most precious resources and essential to life on earth.
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