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Head of ICRC Pretoria Regional Delegation, Jules Amoti, explains how the updated Tool draws on African traditions to show how community practices align with IHL— reinforcing its relevance across the continent. 👇 Read more ➡️ ms.spr.ly/6012Sjpdi #AfricanValuesInWar

Brig. Gen Prof Dan Kuwali —a leading voice on international humanitarian law and protection of civilians on the African continent—highlights the value of African traditions. Learn more: bit.ly/4jZ4qUE #AfricanValuesInWar

During two weeks, we helped transport 1,359 disarmed members of the government forces of the #DRCongo and their families from Goma to Kinshasa. To conduct this complex operation, we travelled across areas controlled by various armed groups, some of which still see fighting. 👇🏾

📍Ethiopia | For 5 years, the Gudeya Bila Health Center in East Wellega, #Oromia, operated without running water due to damage from armed conflict. We recently restored the center’s water supply system, improving health care services for over 30,000 people.

📢 Be a part of the dialogue! AI in Military Decision Making: A Dialogue on How to Enhance IHL Compliance Can AI tools help uphold the laws of war? Join the conversation → icrc.org/en/event/event… #IHL #MilitaryAI #ICRC #AIinWarfare #HumanitarianLaw

Attacking those who can no longer fight was forbidden by tribes in East Africa, Mauritania, and Senegal. This principle is also found in IHL. Protecting the defenceless is essential to humanity during conflict. Learn more ➡️ ms.spr.ly/6010SdY6a #AfricanValuesInWar

YESTERDAY: Government representatives, diplomats & friends of the ICRC launched the Tool on African Traditions &Preservation of Humanity in Warfare 2.0. The tool emphasizes African values that protect civilians & infrastructure, urging armed forces to adhere to these principles

Ongoing ICRC distribution of 2,100 hygiene kits (buckets, jugs, sanitary pads & soap) to IDP camps in Kismayo amid cholera/watery diarrhoea outbreak. #SRCS (#BishaCas) on site promoting hygiene. Plus, 600 kits delivered Kismayo General Hospital for patients receiving treatment.

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Have you lost contact with a family member due to conflict, a natural disaster, or migration? Learn how the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement can help you, no matter where you are. 👇

📍South Sudan | In Morobo County, Central Equatoria State, our team supported over 6,500 people displaced by recent clashes. We provided food and essential household items, including blankets, mats, mosquito nets, and soap, to help families meet their basic needs.

ICRC President Mirjana Spoljaric addresses the UN Security Council in New York, calling on states to turn their rhetoric support for international humanitarian law into action. It is possible to protect civilians in war. ➡️ ms.spr.ly/6019Secav

At #EHF2025 we talked about how integrated financing can deliver in fragile settings. In #DRC, even amid conflict, major water infrastructure became possible through collaborative finance. An example of the sustainable impact the Red Cross Red Crescent Movement aims to achieve.

Before/after images of rainwater catchments built by ICRC last November in Waamo & Maandeeq in Afmadow. Now full of water. Built using lining to reduce infiltration and improve quality of water. Benefitting 4'000 families and their animals. Sustainable humanitarian action!

We can educate ourselves and others about the harmful impact of stigma and consciously choose to support survivors by standing up against any form of discrimination. Learn how 👉 ms.spr.ly/6013Se7jt #EndStigma

We emphasize IHL teaching at universities to reach tomorrow's decision-makers. Professor Martha M Bradley shares how our new tool is key to demonstrating the applicability of international humanitarian law in Africa. Learn more 👉 ms.spr.ly/6016Sen6q

We are over 5,000 staff across 20 African countries. Every day, in coordination with our National Red Cross and Red Crescent partners, we do our utmost to help people affected by conflict and violence, even in the most remote and hard-to-reach areas. Happy #AfricaDay2025

On #AfricaDay2025, we celebrate the launch of the updated Tool on African Traditions & the Preservation of Humanity in Warfare. ICRC regional director for Africa, Patrick Youssef, shares on the significance of this tool. Learn more ➡️ ms.spr.ly/6019SgDcP

"We pray not to die as strangers, far from home," Fikria speaks through tears of the pain of not being able to say goodbye to her mother. Her story is one of thousands in #Sudan.

The 2025 National #IHL Competition will kick off tomorrow in Gondar. This 8th edition of the competition is organized by ICRC in collaboration with the University of Gondar under the theme: Protection of Health Care in Armed Conflict. #AfricaIHLCompetitions, #EthiopiaIHLCompetition