
over 3 years ago // Sudan
Experts say that the international community should form a united front to push back against corruption, especially since nearly half of the country’s 44 million people are expected to need humanitarian assistance due to food insecurity this year.
about 4 years ago // Economic development
Analysts warn that political pressure from Lebanon's international donors could lead to a deal with far fewer economic reforms than the International Monetary Fund demands — thereby emboldening the country's political elites and exacerbating inequality.
over 4 years ago // Development assistance
In the wake of the Taliban taking control of Afghanistan, aid and development workers are left with a lot of uncertainties. Sanctions could complicate access if rapid humanitarian exemptions are not issued, and it's unclear to what degree the Taliban will cooperate with NGOs.
over 4 years ago // Energy
Doctors and aid workers are calling on Lebanon to urgently invest in solar power as electricity cuts and fuel shortages put critical pressure on the battered health care sector.
over 4 years ago // Syrian crisis
Over the last year, Russia has strong-armed the U.N. Security Council to close three border crossings for humanitarian aid into Syria. To stay open, the remaining Bab al-Hawa crossing must be reauthorized by July.