UNICEF
One million Afghan children suffering 'life-threatening' malnutrition: UN
One million children in Afghanistan face life-threatening severe acute malnutrition, while 3.7 million children suffer from wasting. UNICEF warns that the country faces a worsening crisis, with severe malnutrition posing serious risks to children.
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Somalia children hit hard by aid cuts: UN
More than 200 health and nutrition facilities close across drought-hit Somalia due to aid cuts, increasing severe malnutrition among children. Nearly 1.9 million children face malnutrition, while health, water, education and protection services decline.
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UNICEF, LEEP partner with Pakistan to strengthen lead-free consumer product standards
UNICEF and the Lead Exposure Elimination Project (LEEP) partner with Pakistan's Ministry of Science and Technology to strengthen national safety standards and regulatory enforcement for lead-free consumer products
July 29, 2026
Over 75% of Afghan children exposed to drought: UNICEF
Over three-quarters of children in Afghanistan face drought exposure, UNICEF says, as a new report warns that climate-related hazards are placing growing pressure on food security, public services, and the well-being of vulnerable children.
June 17, 2026
Measles outbreak kills more than 500 children in Bangladesh
Bangladesh’s measles outbreak has killed 512 children since March, overwhelming hospitals in Dhaka. UNICEF says disrupted immunization after 2024 unrest worsened the crisis. Authorities vaccinated 18 million children, but officials warn recovery and outbreak control will take months.
May 23, 2026
Pakistan moves to tighten lead safety, protect children’s health nationwide
The meeting focused on the “critical public health challenges posed by lead exposure,” particularly its impact on maternal health, childhood development and the long-term well-being of citizens.
May 1, 2026
Afghanistan risks losing 25,000 women teachers and health workers: UNICEF
Report warns banning girls’ education in Afghanistan is worsening crisis in healthcare, education, and the economy, with long-term consequences for the country’s future.
April 28, 2026
At least 100 children killed in Gaza since ceasefire: UN
Since early October, at least 100 children, 60 boys and 40 girls, have been killed in Gaza during a tenuous ceasefire, mainly from airstrikes, drones, tanks, and live ammunition, UNICEF and Gaza’s health ministry reported.
January 13, 2026
World Children’s Day 2025: How Pakistan advanced child welfare this year
Pakistan marked major child-rights progress in 2025, passing new laws against child marriage and labour, with Balochistan raising marriage age and UNICEF urging stronger youth protection.
November 20, 2025
Pakistan leads fight against polio with stronger vaccination efforts in 2025
Pakistan’s plan for 2025 focuses on a final push to reach every child and target remaining virus pockets.
October 24, 2025