Thank you Honorable Vincent Biruta for your powerful words that "kids need to be kids". I can see there is much we can do together. Turi kumwe!

We grieve the great loss of our colleague Aidan. His dedication to fighting polio and saving the lives of vulnerable children has made a lasting impact. His absence will be deeply felt. My thoughts are with his family and loved ones during this difficult time.

Without legal identity, children remain at risk. On this 7th #Africa Civil Registration & Vital Statistics Day, UNICEF joins ECA and partners to emphasize the link between civil registration & legal identity systems. Let's achieve #SDG 16.9: legal identity for all!

Today we celebrate the strength and potential of youth! 🌍🌍 We renew our commitment to ensuring every young person in Africa and around the world can grow up safe, empowered, and ready to lead the way. Together, we can build a future full of opportunities. #YouthDay

#YouthDay It’s inspiring to see how digital platforms have helped young people like Randa and Ezbon thrive.

As we mark #WorldHumanitarianDay, let’s remember the humanitarians who risk their lives to protect the most vulnerable children and families. Ensuring their safety is essential. Join us in demanding the security they need to continue their life-saving work. #ActForHumanity

This #WorldHumanitarianDay, we advocate for the safety of those caught in conflict—children, communities, and humanitarians. Despite global efforts, many are still at risk. Stand with us in calling for stronger measures to ensure their safety. #ActForHumanity

Delighted to have met the 3rd First Lady of Namibia, Madame Monica Geingos. Appreciative of our discussion on addressing the barriers faced by adolescents and young women in sexual and reproductive health. Your dedication in these critical matters is inspiring progress.

Pleased to meet Amb. of Sweden to South Africa, Namibia and Lesotho, Amb. Håkan Juholt. UNICEF Africa is grateful for the great support of Sida Regional SRHR Fund SwedenInSA. I look forward to continuing our partnership to advance sexual and reproductive health and rights in the region.

#Mpox is impacting children and families in Eastern & Southern #Africa, with over 200 cases reported. We urgently need to step up and protect vulnerable communities. UNICEF is calling for $16.5M to boost the response with funding needs evolving rapidly. unicef.org/esa/press-rele…

Thrilled to strengthen our partnership with Dev Bhumi Student Association by signing an addendum to our Strategic Partnership Framework for a Climate Facility for children. Together, we're building resilient communities for children and families in Eastern & Southern Africa.

Ensuring every child has access to safe and clean water is deeply important to me💙 This #WorldWaterWeeks, let’s strengthen our commitment to helping children in Eastern & Southern #Africa who are battling both drought and extreme flooding driven by climate change.

Congratulations Faustine Ndugulile on your election as the next WHO African Region Regional Director! We are excited for our work together in taking forward the health agenda in the region.

🌍📚Envisioning a future where every child in #Africa has the chance to learn and grow. The Summit of the Future is our opportunity for governments and partners to invest and innovate, ensuring every child’s journey to knowledge is bright. Let’s make this vision a reality.

I commend efforts by @SADC Health Ministers as they meet to discuss coordinated response to #mpox. UNICEF is highly concerned as > 60% of cases are children & advocates for strong coordination, targeted response, investment in continuity of essential services, & research.

The CPD for Namibia received endorsement at the UNICEF Executive Board. A testament to our collaborative efforts in advancing the agenda of every child. Grateful for the support as we work together towards a brighter future for the children of Namibia.

Children in #Madagascar are increasingly impacted by climate change. Yesterday’s signing of the Declaration on Children, Youth & Climate Action by the Govt of Madagascar is a welcome acknowledgement that young people have a vital role to play in responding to the climate crisis.

Great news from Angola! The third round of polio campaign is launched thanks to the commitment of the government and GPEI partners and with great efforts from UNICEF teams. Together, it is #HumanlyPossible to create a polio-free world for every child.

Huge thanks to KfW Development Bank for insightful discussions in #Nairobi! We focused on our mutual priorities for #foreverychild, including climate and building resilience for communities. Looking forward to deepening our collaboration in the region.

Productive meeting with Frantz Celestin, the new IOM Regional Director for East, Horn, and Southern Africa. Looking forward to strengthening our partnership in ESAR to protect children on the move.