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High rates of alcohol use among young women: Study

The study was conducted across 10 high HIV-risk districts among young women aged 15 to 24.

WHO urges renewed push on immunisation as progress stalls

Global health leaders are calling for renewed urgency in expanding access to vaccines, warning that progress toward global immunisation goals remains fragile despite strong political commitments.

Reforms boost Nigeria’s resilience but risks remain, IMF warns

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has said Nigeria’s recent reforms have strengthened macroeconomic stability and improved resilience, but warned that economic conditions remain difficult for many citizens.

Independent International Commission of Inquiry report warns civilians face abuses on multiple fronts in Palestinian territories

Palestinian civilians are facing severe and sustained human rights violations from multiple actors, according to a new report by investigators appointed by the United Nations (UN) Human Rights Council, which warns of escalating violence in both the occupied West Bank and Gaza.

Attacks on infrastructure in Sudan threaten aid access

Escalating attacks on bridges, roads and other civilian infrastructure in Sudan are severely disrupting humanitarian access and placing civilians at greater risk, the United Nations (UN) has warned.

Bafana Bafana arrive in Mexico ahead of thrilling World Cup opener against co-hosts

The team was welcomed by scores of local and travelling SA fans at the team’s hotel last night.