“Governments in the region are constrained in their ability to support due to significant economic challenges, including public debt burdens and other social priorities such as the response to the cholera outbreaks, and as a result, the region will soon be
launching a regional humanitarian appeal for support,” he said in a speech read on his behalf by the deputy executive secretary, Judith Kateera.
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Botswana President calls for solutions to issues affecting the media in Southern Africa
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Now Available: AI Report on Southern Africa
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Invest in Women: Accelerate Progress
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MISA Zambia launches Legal Note
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MISA Zambia in learning event on Digital Rights Advocacy
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ACHPR raises concern over mass surveillance
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Internet Rights: What you need to know about your Digital Rights
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