The International Committee of the Red Cross says it is important for young people to understand the rules of war as conflicts continue to affect millions of people around the world. The University of Johannesburg and the Committee lauched a board game that uses real-world conflict scenarios to challenge players to apply the rules of war under pressure, transforming complex legal principles into an engaging and practical learning experience
๐ง LISTEN | For #WorldHumanitarianDay, @JNPaquetRouleau joined Joanne Joseph on @SAfmRadio to discuss why humanitarian workers must be protected and able to safely reach people affected by conflict.
Listen to the conversation ๐ https://t.co/vUO2jma7Hh
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Day 1 of the All Africa Course on International Humanitarian Law is underway at @go2uj .Participants from across Africa are coming together to learn, exchange ideas and deepen their understanding of #IHL and how it protects humanity in times of armed conflict.
Angola has opened a $155 million referral hospital named after Tanzania's first President, Julius Nyerere.
The facility is dedicated to the treatment of burn patients. It contains 252 beds, 66 of which are designated for the Intensive Care Unit.
It sits on 48,000 square meters.
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In line with efforts to boost Southern African Development Community (SADC) trade and financial integration, Lesetja Kganyago, Governor of the South African Reserve Bank and Chairperson of the SADC Committee of Central Bank Governors (CCBG), and Manuel Tiago Dias, Governor of the Banco Nacional de Angola, on 27 July 2026 formally announced the introduction of the Angolan kwanza as a settlement currency in the SADC real-time gross settlement (SADC-RTGS) system.
The kwanzaโs inclusion supports regional payments modernisation efforts and aligns with the Group of Twentyโs (G20) cross-border payment goals of reducing costs, increasing speed and improving efficiency in cross-border transactions.
The Angolan kwanza is the second settlement currency to be introduced in the SADC-RTGS system, which has settled transactions exclusively in South African rand since its inception in 2013. There are currently 15 countries participating in the SADC-RTGS system.
By enabling direct settlement in kwanza, participants transacting in the currency can reduce foreign exchange conversion requirements, helping to lower transaction costs for participants and their customers. The intention is to onboard additional regional currencies, such as the Botswana Pula, in due course.
For more on the introduction of the Angola Kwanza on the SADC-RTGS read the full article on this link: https://t.co/osyL5HMIsz
No child should lose their childhood to conflict.
We work every day to support children affected by armed conflict, but no amount of assistance can make up for the harm they endure if parties to conflict fail to respect and protect them.
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The Republic of Mozambique joins a growing community of States committed to strengthening respect for International Humanitarian Law. Strengthening political commitment. Protecting civilians. Preserving humanity.
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In recent months, the ICRC treated the biggest number of wounded patients in #SouthSudan.
Our Health Coordinator, Rose Ochieng, gives more details in an interview with the BBC World Service. #SSoT. ๐๐พ
As #SouthSudan marks 15 years of independence, millions continue to face the consequences of conflict and violence.
Together with the @SSRC, we continue to stand alongside communities in one of the worldโs most overlooked humanitarian crises.
The upcoming High-Level Conference on Humanity in War in Jordan will be a defining moment to reaffirm global commitment to International Humanitarian Law.@JNPaquetRouleau delivered remarks to state representatives at the Global Initiative to Galvanize Political Commitment to IHL.
Addressing state representatives at the Global Initiative to Galvanize Political Commitment to IHL, @DIRCO_ZA Deputy Minister @AlvinBotes74959 called for enhanced participation ahead of Decemberโs High-Level Conference on Humanity in War in Jordan.
Today, @ICRC_SAfrica is engaging the Portfolio Committee on International Relations and Cooperation on its mandate, operational work and humanitarian developments in the region, highlighting the importance of strengthening respect for International Humanitarian Law (IHL).
The @ICRC_SAfrica welcomes the Republic of Seychelles decision to join the Global Initiative to Galvanize Political Commitment to International Humanitarian Law (GIHL).
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Reflecting on the Day of the African Child and the importance of continued dialogue and collective action in addressing the impact of conflict on children and communities.
On #YouthDay and #DayOfTheAfricanChild, we reflect on children and youth growing up amid conflict. When water, hospitals, schools and essential services are disrupted, civilians pay the highest price.
Respect for International Humanitarian Law is critical to reduce suffering.
Botswana becomes the fourth SADC country to commit to the Global #IHL initiative. Protecting humanity is a shared responsibility. ๐ง๐ผ๐ #International Humanitarian Law.
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๐South Africa | Around 40% of ICRC operations are in Africa. When humanitarian space shrinks, support from states & partners is key.
@PYoussefICRC, regional director for Africa, addressed authorities and diplomats on the humanitarian situation on the continent.
Learn more ๐๐พ https://t.co/ba53DOQBHS