South Sudan is grappling with unrest triggered not only by turmoil but also by natural disasters such as floods. According to the UN, over 288,000 residents and refugees have been affected in Sudan where heavy rains and flash floods have struck 13 of the 18 states. Significant humanitarian work is required, with thousands of refugees relocated to various camps, while others have found shelter in villages spared by the floods. Torrential rains occur annually in this impoverished country between June and October.
The severe floods lead to significant loss of life, livestock, and economic hardship. The flash floods have killed 140 people and affected 900,000. So far this year, flooding has killed more than 80 people nationwide and damaged or destroyed about 35,000 homes. An outbreak of post-flood diseases is also expected, with authorities facing major healthcare gaps and a shortage of resources.
The government relies heavily on multilateral agencies and aid organizations to provide the appropriate type of support to the country.
- Accra, the capital of Ghana, is named UNESCO World Book Capital for 2023
- The city of Accra was selected for its strong focus on youth and their potential to contribute to Ghana’s culture and wealth
- The program proposed for Accra seeks to use the power of books to shape the next generation
Accra, the capital of Ghana, is named UNESCO World Book Capital for 2023. The city of Accra was selected for its strong focus on youth and their potential to contribute to Ghana’s culture and wealth. The program proposed for Accra seeks to use the power of books to shape the next generation.
The city proposes to implement an extensive program targeting marginalized groups with high illiteracy rates, including women, youth, migrants, street children, and persons with disabilities. Measures to be implemented include strengthening school and community infrastructure and providing institutional support for lifelong learning. The program also aims to encourage the development of vocational skills to boost the country’s socio-economic transformation.
Introducing mobile libraries to reach marginalized groups, organizing workshops to promote reading and writing books in different Ghanaian languages, creating skills and training centers for unemployed youth, organizing competitions to showcase Ghanaian arts and culture and promote inclusion are among the planned programs. The celebrations will begin on April 23, 2023, on World Book and Copyright Day.