Attack on Health Workers in Chad

A recent armed attack on a health post in Chad's Lac province resulted in the death of the head nurse and the abduction of two health workers, prompting humanitarian organizations to suspend missions in the area. Concurrently, looting of medical supplies in Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger has severely impacted healthcare, with 28 reported incidents in 2023 depriving vulnerable populations of essential treatment. In the Democratic Republic of Congo, award-winning photographer Hugh Kinsella Cunningham is using his art to advocate for displaced families amid ongoing violence, which has resulted in over 7 million people being displaced in the region. The UN reports that 25.4 million people in the DRC are in need of assistance, with significant food insecurity expected due to ongoing conflicts. Additionally, the Africa CDC has declared an mpox outbreak a public health emergency in the DRC, exacerbating the health crisis. Humanitarian efforts continue to be challenged by insecurity and violence across various regions, highlighting the urgent need for peace and stability.