EU unlocks humanitarian aid for Africa and other crisis-hit regions
The European Union has pledged over 710 million euros in humanitarian aid to support regions affected by conflict, natural disasters, and food insecurity. A significant portion of these funds is directed toward sub-Saharan Africa to address migration, malnutrition, and the Ebola outbreak.
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This funding represents a major international effort to stabilize vulnerable populations and manage the humanitarian consequences of climate change and regional instability.
EU allocates majority of aid to sub-Saharan Africa to fund actions related to migration, conflict and food insecurity.
x whatsapp-stroke copylink google Add Al Jazeera on Google info European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen arrives ahead of the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly at the UN headquarters in New York on September 22, 2026 [Stefan Jeremiah/AP] By AFP and Reuters Published On 27 Sep 2026 27 Sep 2026 The European Union has pledged to release more than 710 million euros ($810m) to help people affected by crises, natural disasters or conflicts worldwide, particularly in Africa.
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen made the announcement in a post on her X account on Saturday, following the cancellation of New York’s Global Citizen Festival, where she was due to speak.
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