Crisis Response: The Imperative of Investing in Preparedness for Women, Children, and Youth

Humanitarian crises often leave women, children, and youth in vulnerable situations, with their basic needs becoming increasingly difficult to meet. As funding for humanitarian aid continues to dwindle, the importance of preparedness in addressing these challenges cannot be overstated. Investing in preparedness strategies is essential to ensuring that life-saving services, particularly sexual and reproductive health (SRH) services, remain uninterrupted when crises strike.

Johannesburg Mayor Dada Morero Faces Mounting Pressure Over City’s Financial Crisis and Political Turmoil

Johannesburg Mayor Dada Morero is grappling with a serious financial crisis and escalating political instability as the National Treasury threatens to freeze billions in funding due to irregular spending. The city’s fragile coalition government and financial mismanagement put essential services at risk ahead of key events.