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 Aid moving out in Myanmar but more needed
Supplies of aid to the multitudes affected by the devastating cyclone in Myanmar last week are gradually scaling up, according to Red Cross Red Crescent workers in the southeast Asian nation. In recent days over 220,000 people have received some form of aid from government, non-governmental organizations (NGOs), other organizations and the general public. |
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|  South Africa: Red Cross launches emblem campaign
The sound of drums echoed through the hall, capturing the spirit of Africa. The rhythmic melodies of the Soweto Choir, with its members colourfully dressed in their traditional costumes, added an inspiring touch to the 149th World Red Cross and Red Crescent Day celebrations in South Africa.
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 Ghana: the Red Cross builds new houses for victims of last year’s floods
Life is now back to normal in the village of Daboya in northern Ghana. The Volta River crossing, which links the village to the rest of the country, can now be negotiated without difficulty. The pirogues ferry people continuously from one side of the river to the other, while the fishermen venture further afield in search of fish.
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Food prices: waking up to Africa’s nightmare
The announcement of the United States government that it was releasing $200 million in emergency aid to alleviate chronic food shortages should be applauded by all. This intervention means that the UN’s World Food Programme will be able to get food to those who need it the most, a mission that had been profoundly threatened by a doubling in global food prices.
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