World · 23 October 2026
WHO and ENHYPEN encourage young people to donate blood
The World Health Organization highlighted its collaboration with K-pop group ENHYPEN in Seoul on 22 October 2026 after a campaign encouraging voluntary blood donation.
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Curated edition; original source dates are shown within each story.World · 22 October 2026
Malaria vaccine price agreement could save $50 million
UNICEF and Gavi announced an agreement expected to lower the price of the RTS,S/AS01 malaria vaccine by around 40 percent, potentially saving $50 million from 2027 to 2029.
Business · 20 October 2026
World Bank Group launches its first digital strategy for jobs and access
The World Bank Group announced its first digital strategy in October 2026, linking digital infrastructure and services to employment and productivity.
Egypt · 16 October 2026
Egypt forum links green growth, digital transition and youth opportunities
UNDP Egypt convened its second annual Green Growth Conference in Cairo, bringing together government representatives, businesses and young innovators to explore the relationship between technology, competitiveness and jobs.
Arab world · 21 October 2026
UNICEF warns water supplies for over 1.6 million children are at risk in Taiz
UNICEF warned on 21 October 2026 that intensified fighting in Yemen threatens water services used by more than 1.