Keywords: Child Protection


UN urges stronger action against child marriage and teenage pregnancy in Zimbabwe

The United Nations has called for stronger measures to combat child marriage and early pregnancy in Zimbabwe, warning that both practices continue to threaten girls' health, education and future opportunities. The organization is urging authorities and communities to take concrete action to protect......

Africa advances first continental convention on child soldiers’ disarmament and reintegration

African countries have taken a new step toward strengthening the protection of children affected by armed conflicts with the launch of the signing process for a continental convention dedicated to the disarmament, demobilization and reintegration of child soldiers. The signing phase began in New York......

Fès charity home investigated over alleged trafficking and exploitation of minors

Authorities in Fès have opened a major investigation into allegations of human trafficking and the exploitation of minors at a charitable residential facility, with 12 people placed in police custody and six others facing prosecution while remaining free. The investigation centers on the El Wafaa......

Arab education chief calls for stronger protection and continued schooling for Palestinian children

The Director General of the Arab League Educational, Cultural and Scientific Organization (ALECSO), Mohamed Ould Amar, has called for stronger international efforts to protect Palestinian children and ensure that they can continue their education despite the severe conditions affecting the Palestinian......

Singapore considers chemical castration for child sex offenders

Singapore is considering the use of anti-androgen medication as an additional measure against serious sexual offenders, including those convicted of offences against children, as authorities examine ways to address a rise in serious sexual crimes. Home Affairs Minister K. Shanmugam told Parliament that......

Finnish man on trial over alleged online abuse of 361 children

A man in Finland is facing trial over allegations that he sexually abused hundreds of children online, in a case that prosecutors describe as involving a large number of young victims. The investigation began after police discovered images and videos of unidentified children on the suspect’s mobile......

UNICEF warns that nearly 20 million children faced online sexual abuse in one year

Nearly 20 million children who use the internet across 21 countries were subjected to sexual exploitation or abuse online over a single year, according to a new report released by UNICEF, highlighting the growing risks children face in digital environments. The United Nations children's agency estimates......

Morocco calls for stronger protection of children affected by armed conflicts in Africa

Morocco has called for stronger measures to protect children exposed to armed conflicts across Africa, urging the African Union to place greater emphasis on preventing child recruitment, supporting young victims after conflicts and ensuring their long-term reintegration into society. Speaking during......

Meta agrees to pay up to $18 billion in settlements to address minor-related allegations

The tech giant Meta has agreed to pay up to $18 billion in settlements with most U.S. states. In exchange, the company commits to significantly enhancing protections for children and teenagers on Facebook and Instagram. The settlement ends a highly publicized federal lawsuit in the United States, focusing......