Declan Walsh, Chief Africa Correspondent with The New York Times, and Mayo man, met with our DR Congo Country Director, Jean-Christophe Saint-Esteben, last week to discuss the ongoing response to Ebola in Ituri Province.
From the epicentre of the outbreak in Bunia, Trócaire is working with ten partners to prevent the spread of the virus. We’re thankful for the continued commitment from Declan and fellow journalists to cover this urgent crisis.
Over 2 million people affected. Repeated attacks by Israeli forces have reduced Gaza's health system to near collapse. Since October 2023, more than 75,000 people have been killed in Gaza, and over 100,000 injured. Thousands cannot access treatment. Over 18,500 people need urgent medical evacuation.
Parenting in Gaza During the ‘Ceasefire'
Amid the chaos of a ceasefire that never was, the struggle of ordinary Gazans goes on.
We spotlight 2 incredible parents, Yasmin & Mahmoud, doing their all to provide for their children in the camps where they now live - www.trocaire.org/news/still-n...
Supported by Irish Aid, we are working with our local partner FECONDE to conduct an awareness campaign on preventing the spread of Ebola in Ituri Province in DR Congo.
Today, we launched Ireland as a Model Power, a bold new vision for Irish foreign policy that highlights the vital role Ireland can play on the global stage through Overseas Development Assistance (ODA).
There are three reasons for this
1. It is who we are
2. It is in our interest
3. It works
Together, we’ve ensured that the Occupied Territories Bill has stayed on the political agenda. Now, let's strengthen it!
Next week, the Oireachtas Select Committee on Foreign Affairs & Trade is meeting to discuss the OTB & vote on amendments.
Now's the time to get services included as an amendment.