Education Cannot Wait Announces USD 22 Million Investment to Help Children in Sudan Return to School
Education Cannot Wait announced a 22 million USD investment to restore safe learning and psychosocial support for nearly 200,000 crisis-affected children in Sudan.
Water Security: The Defining Global Challenge of the 21st Century
As water is increasingly weaponized in modern conflicts, global groups and German development projects are actively repairing leaky infrastructure, building desalination plants, and protecting vital supplies.
Yasmine El Hagry: Changing Orphan Care in Egypt
Yasmine El Hagry went from university volunteering to helping build Sanad for Orphans, an organization in Egypt that improves care homes, teaches life skills, and empowers young adults leaving care.
Jordan Plans National Strategy for Climate Finance
Following royal directives from His Majesty King Abdullah II, Jordan is taking major steps to protect its water, food, and energy supply.
The Global Push to Dismantle UNRWA and the Battle for Palestinian Refugee Rights
For over 75 years, the United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA) has provided essential education, medical care, and food to millions of Palestinian refugees.
Iqlaa Launches First Call to Accelerate Morocco’s Creative Businesses
Morocco’s creative economy just got a massive power-up. Backed by the EU, Africalia, the Hiba Foundation, and the French Institute, Iqlaa is a high-octane new accelerator arming young creators with elite training, industry networking, and grants up to 450,000 dirhams.
Water is Life: Bringing Clean Drinking Water to Upper Egypt
The "Water is Life" project by the Sawiris Foundation brings clean drinking water, treatment plants, and filtered water systems to families in Upper Egypt.
Italian-Egyptian Initiative Launches DESITA Fashion Design Institute for Women
The Italian-Egyptian initiative DESITA has launched a new fashion design institute for women and girls in Egypt. Funded by the EU and AICS under the TAMKEEN Programme, the project provides specialized training to boost women's economic empowerment and strengthen Egypt's garment industry.
How Media Connect Empowers Young Journalists Across the Mediterranean
Media Connect empowers young journalists across North Africa and the Middle East by providing EU-funded training, mentorship, and resources to build an ethical and inclusive media landscape.
France Launches SAQIRH II Project to Boost Healthcare in Lebanon
France has launched the SAQIRH II project in Lebanon through the AFD and partner NGOs to rebuild medical facilities and provide affordable primary care to over 500,000 vulnerable residents and refugees by 2028.
EU Sends €1.5 Billion to Egypt to Support Economy
The EU has released €1.5 billion in aid to Egypt—the second tranche of a €4 billion reform-linked financial package. Part of a broader €7.4 billion strategic partnership (2024–2027), the funds support green energy, public spending, job creation, and IMF-backed economic reforms.
US Provides $24 Million for Food Aid in Egypt
The United States provided over $24 million to the UN World Food Programme to restore vital food aid for 150,000 vulnerable refugees in Egypt. This funding helps Sudan-war escapees buy nutritious food while boosting local Egyptian markets.