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Addressing ageing and food security in Africa
By Nesta Hatendi, Posted 11 June 2013 See more by this blogger
As the recent G8 Nutrition Summit shows, governments and NGOs have often overlooked the nutrition needs and food security of older people. The event, held on 8 June, brought together global leaders from diverse fields, including science, politics and... Keep reading
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Enough food for everyone... IF we all act now
By Jude Escribano, Posted 23 January 2013 See more by this blogger
Today, hunger is the world's most shocking problem and toughest challenge. One in eight people on this planet are living with the pain of hunger. And yet, our planet provides enough food for everyone. It's unfair, it's unjust and... Keep reading
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Africa is ageing, but how prepared is the continent?
By Isabella Aboderin, Posted 21 January 2013 See more by this blogger
There is growing recognition of the extent and impact of increasing longevity. By 2030, there will be more people globally aged older than 60 than children under 10, and 73% of older people will live in developing countries. Africa... Keep reading (1 Comment)
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Linking older people in the UK and Ethiopia
By Denebo Dekeba, Posted 05 December 2012 See more by this blogger
At the end of October, I was busy in my office in Addis Ababa finalising my preparations for a one-week visit to older people's institutions on the other side of the world. The visit was organised by Alan Burnett... Keep reading (1 Comment)
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The endurance of Ethiopian older people
By Erna Mentesnot Hintz, Posted 04 December 2012 See more by this blogger
On Sunday 25 November 2012, the Great Ethiopian Run was held in Addis Ababa, the Ethiopian capital. This 10 km fundraising race, themed "Running for a Child", brings together thousands of people from all over the world every year.... Keep reading
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