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22 November 2022
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UNFPA representatives, partners and participants at the 8th ISOFS Conference in Maputo

UNFPA Reaffirms its Commitment to End Fistula at the 8th International Conference of Surgeons for Obstetric Fistula in Maputo, Mozambique

“My dream in life is to be a nurse or a doctor to help other women who are suffering from this disease: obstetric fistula,” shares obstetric fistula... Read more

15 November 2022
Statement
#8Billion Strong

As the world’s population hits 8 billion people, UN calls for solidarity in advancing sustainable development for all

New York, 15 November 2022 – The global population is projected to reach 8 billion on 15 November 2022, signalling major improvements in public... Read more

2 November 2022
Press Release
International Obstetric Fistula Working Group

Maputo hosts International Conference of Obstetric Fistula Surgeons

Maputo, October 27: Maputo will host the 8th Conference of the International Society of Obstetric Fistula Surgeons (ISOFS) from October 31 to... Read more

1 November 2022
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Photo: Lersina leads an awareness and information session for displaced women and girls at a women-friendly space in Cabo Delgad

Women-friendly space offers vital skills, information and support for conflict-affected women and girls

METUGE, CABO DELGADO: Lersina, an activist with implementing partner, FDC, tirelessly dedicates her time and efforts to raising awareness on gender-... Read more

11 October 2022
Statement
Sifa, 19, from Quissanga in Mozambique.

Disturbing rise in teenage pregnancy, child marriage, gender-based violence  and HIV infection in adolescent girls in East and Southern Africa ​​– we need to act collectively and with urgency

Girls’ sheer resilience in the face of adversity is cause for celebration this International Day of The Girl Child. While East and Southern Africa... Read more

10 October 2022
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Girls in school taking a stand against child marriage

“Mother, I cannot marry this man. I am too young. I want to continue my studies”

Marta* was 13 years old when her mother told her she would have to marry a 73-year-old man. No longer able to afford Marta’s schooling, her mother... Read more

21 September 2022
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A maternal and child health nurse conducts an ante-natal care consultation for an expectant mother ©UNFPA Mozambique/Mbuto Machi

Life-saving support for women and girls amidst a humanitarian crisis

The Northern region of Mozambique has been affected by conflict and earlier cyclones which have greatly disrupted health systems and impacted the... Read more

31 August 2022
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The three winning teams of the Hackability4Moz

Hackability4Moz: Innovation to leave no one behind

Article about the Hackability4Moz, where young Mozambican developers along with people with disabilities were challenged to develop innovative... Read more

1 August 2022
Press Release
New ambulance boat will bring women and girls closer to reproductive health services

New ambulance boat will bring women and girls closer to reproductive health services

Ambulance Boat Handover Ceremony as part of the United Nations Joint Program funded by the United Kingdom

13 June 2022
News
Bastina Agostinho, 18 years old

“The blood that runs in our veins is the same:” towards equal rights for persons with albinism.

Bastina Agostinho from Nampula Province is a Mozambican adolescent (18 years old) with albinism, a rare, non-contagious, genetically inherited difference present at birth. Albinism results in a lack... Read more

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