June 4, 2021
In an effort to contain the spread of the COVID-19 that is ravaging the world, the key is vaccination. To contain the virus on a global scale, it is crucial that vaccines are distributed fairly and without discrimination to both developed and developing countries.
June 3, 2021
Desert locusts are found throughout Africa, the Middle East, and southwest Asia, and devour a variety of crops. When an outbreak occurs, swarms of locusts ride the winds and travel a distance of more than 100 kilometers per day, resulting in damage to an estimated 60 countries, covering about 20% of the earth’s land area.
June 2, 2021
June 1, 2021
The “School for All” project, which began in 2004 at 23 primary schools in Niger, has now expanded to approximately 53,000 primary and secondary schools in eight African countries and is improving the learning environment for children.
May 13, 2021
In Africa, "Digital Transformation (DX)" is rapidly evolving to transform businesses with digital technology. Startup companies that promote such DX are also expected to be key players in solving the challenges of Africa.

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Annual Reports
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JICA's World
(April 2021)

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