EU unlocks humanitarian aid for crises worldwide

The European Union has announced the release of over 710 million euros ($810mn) to aid people affected by crises, natural disasters, or conflicts worldwide, with a particular focus on Africa. The funds, announced by European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen on her X account following the cancellation of a Global Citizen Festival event, will support displaced communities across Africa and those hosting them.

The package includes 380 million euros ($430mn) to address migration challenges in sub-Saharan Africa, 97 million euros ($110mn) for humanitarian needs in the region due to conflict, food insecurity, malnutrition, and climate shocks, and 52 million euros ($59mn) for Ukraine. Additionally, the EU has allocated funds for the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo, peace and stability efforts in the Great Lakes region, and investments in health and nutrition businesses in sub-Saharan Africa.

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