Zambia & UNICEF

Zambia: Zambia is a focal country where the initiative was highlighted, with over 300 schools already connected, benefiting students and teachers.

UNICEF: UNICEF is a key partner, providing educational content and curriculum, and helping bridge the digital divide for children in Africa.

Zambia: Zambia>>> is one of ten African countries identified by the United States — Centers for Disease Control and Prevention>>> as being at risk of Ebola infection due to the regional spread.

UNICEF: UNICEF is concerned about the impact of the Ebola outbreak on children, especially given high malnutrition levels and patchy vaccination rates in affected areas, and is dispatching urgent medical supplies.

Zambia: Airtel Africa's investments and partnerships in Zambia are supporting national development, including connecting schools to the internet and fostering innovation through programs like the Zambia — Zambia Information and Communications Technology Authority Innovation Challenge.

UNICEF: UNICEF partnered with Airtel Africa to connect schools to the internet and provide digital learning resources, contributing to educational initiatives in Africa.

Zambia: Zambia is a peaceful country reporting measles outbreaks, linked to undervaccination.

UNICEF: UNICEF resumed vaccine procurement for Bangladesh after a period of disruption, playing a key role in supplying vaccines to affected countries.

Zambia: Zambia>>> is one of ten African countries identified by the United States — Centers for Disease Control and Prevention>>> as being at elevated risk of Ebola transmission due to cross-border population movement.

UNICEF: UNICEF>>> has mobilized supplies and an Emergency Rapid Response team to provide technical assistance and support for risk communication and community engagement in the affected areas.

Zambia: Stepped up border screening and preparedness despite no confirmed cases.

UNICEF: Appealed for additional funding, with only 25% of required resources available.