malawi

Malawi: The EU supports nutrition and social protection

Submitted by cambrosio on

ec.europa.eu (26.10.2020)

As part of Team Europe's response to COVID-19 in Malawi, the European Union has allocated €39 million to mitigate the negative effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. The funding will address the increasing needs of vulnerable parts of the population in the field of nutrition and social protection, including pregnant women and children.

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malawi
Global challenges
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Cash sickness benefits
Family benefits
Children
Social assistance
COVID-19
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Towards a shock-sensitive social protection system in Malawi

Submitted by massetti on

Malawi faces recurrent cyclical crises that prevent long-term poverty reduction. The country has a high exposure to climate risks – such as dry spells, drought and flooding. These, combined with high levels of poverty, food insecurity, and vulnerability to seasonal patterns of production and consumption, result in frequent shocks and emergencies.

Regions / Country
malawi
Global challenges
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