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DRC crisis: Older people and a lifetime of conflict
By Gacheru Maina, Posted 27 November 2012 See more by this blogger
In August, I visited the HelpAge office in Goma, DRC. What struck me immediately was the tight security around the town. I realised that people there live with extreme caution. During my visit, I went to Mugunga refugee camp.... Keep reading (1 Comment)
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World Diabetes Day: The effect on older people in Africa
By Gacheru Maina, Posted 13 November 2012 See more by this blogger
14 November is World Diabetes Day, a disease which according to the World Health Organization (WHO), affects more than 180 million people worldwide. WHO also estimates that the prevalence of diabetes in Africa varies between one and 20%. The... Keep reading
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East Africa crisis: Six months on
By Gacheru Maina, Posted 25 January 2012 See more by this blogger
In July and September 2011, I took part in documenting the impact of the drought in the Horn of Africa in Ethiopia and Kenya. It was an eye-opening experience, seeing how climatic conditions, coupled with poor planning by governments... Keep reading
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Age Demands Action in Africa: Older people are the heart of the campaign
By Gacheru Maina, Posted 30 September 2011 See more by this blogger
This is a campaign that no one should miss! Over the past 6 months, I have been helping our affiliates and partners in Africa to deliver a massive and impactful 2011 Age Demands Action campaign. Although the highlight of... Keep reading
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East Africa drought : Older people are left behind
By Gacheru Maina, Posted 13 July 2011 See more by this blogger
It is obvious from observations in Borana and Moyale districts in southern Ethiopia that older people are bearing the brunt of the lack of rains in the region. We met a number of older people, women and children in... Keep reading (3 Comments)
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