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February 10, 2012
UNICEF racing to prevent a full-scale humanitarian crisis in West and Central Africa
In an effort to avert a large-scale loss of life due to malnutrition and disease, UNICEF is ramping up its operations in eight countries in the Sahel region of West and Central Africa. It is estimated that across the region more than one million children will suffer in 2012 from severe acute malnutrition, a life-threatening condition that requires immediate treatment. An initial $67 million is urgently needed for UNICEF’s emergency relief operations to save children’s lives and prevent a humanitarian disaster from unfolding.
February 9, 2012
Improving water and sanitation in Haiti
An important part of UNICEF's recovery work in Haiti is focused on improving water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH). Following the devastating earthquake many displaced Haitians were forced to live in camps with limited access to clean water and sanitation. A devastating cholera outbreak made access to clean drinking water and proper sanitation more important than ever. UNICEF is providing WASH services in camps and is also providing schools with chlorine tabs, posters about cholera prevention and soap.
February 7, 2012
UNICEF aids drought-affected families in Niger
A looming food crisis is putting six million people in Niger at risk. Many governments in the Sahel region have declared a state of emergency. UNICEF is helping vulnerable families in the Magaria District with monthly cash allowances that allow them to purchase food for their children. More than 20,000 households have been targeted by the program with plans to expand to other regions in Niger.
