
Devex
February 21, 2025 at 11:47 AM
Curious what made the headlines? Dive into our top stories for a captivating weekend read:
#1 🦟“Malaria thrives on chaos. … Once you stop prevention, it takes years — and a lot more money — to regain control.” Despite waivers for lifesaving programs, the U.S. aid freeze continues to disrupt malaria prevention efforts. The uncertainty and delays threaten to reverse progress, putting millions at risk.
https://www.devex.com/news/malaria-thrives-on-chaos-and-the-us-aid-freeze-is-creating-it-109288?utm_source=whatsapp&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=audience&utm_content=link
#2 ⚽Gavi will be introducing HPV vaccination through a creative approach — a partnership with the global sports community, aiming to capitalize on Africa’s love for sports to educate communities and their leaders on the importance of early vaccination for girls.
https://www.devex.com/news/gavi-cervical-cancer-campaign-aims-to-reach-african-girls-through-sports-109283?utm_source=whatsapp&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=audience&utm_content=link
#3 🌳Just 12 out of 197 countries met the Feb. 10 deadline for updated climate commitments. As COP30 nears, U.N. official Marcos Neto pushes for integrated climate-biodiversity planning processes while preparing for a homecoming in Belém. Will the Amazon inspire or overwhelm?
https://www.devex.com/news/the-un-official-pushing-to-unite-biodiversity-and-climate-goals-109187?utm_source=whatsapp&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=audience&utm_content=link
#4 ⛔The end of USAID? For this Republican aid expert, it's too early to tell.
https://www.devex.com/news/the-end-of-usaid-for-this-republican-aid-expert-it-s-too-early-to-tell-109358?utm_source=whatsapp&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=audience&utm_content=link