Organisations Flashcards
(21 cards)
What is the main goal of the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) in Africa?
Promoting sustainable agricultural practices
The FAO addresses underdevelopment by improving food security and enhancing rural livelihoods.
Which initiatives does the FAO implement to tackle underdevelopment in Africa?
- Agricultural training
- Capacity building
- Dissemination of innovative farming techniques
These initiatives aim to improve food security and rural livelihoods.
How does the FAO help African countries address hunger and poverty?
- Capacity building
- Technical assistance
- Policy support
These methods contribute to long-term economic growth.
What was a significant outcome of the FAO’s work with farmers in Syria?
Access to good quality seeds led to food for over half a million people and increased income fivefold compared to seed costs.
What role does the World Health Organisation (WHO) play in Africa?
Improving healthcare infrastructure and providing medical assistance
The WHO also supports disease prevention efforts.
How does the WHO assist African countries in health emergencies?
- Coordinating international aid
- Deploying rapid response teams
- Providing technical expertise and resources
What major health crisis did the WHO respond to recently?
The Covid-19 pandemic.
What is a criticism of the FAO as a multilateral organization?
Lacks transparency and accountability.
What inefficiencies does the FAO face in coordination?
Bureaucratic inefficiencies make it difficult to coordinate with stakeholders.
What risk did the FAO face due to poor management structures?
Losing funding from the UK.
What is a limitation of the WHO regarding funding?
Reliance on contributions from member states and voluntary contributions.
What happens when WHO funding is cut?
They have fewer resources available to achieve their aims.
How many people in Africa lack basic healthcare as of 2022?
At least 400 million.
What does the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) focus on?
Saving lives, protecting rights, and building better futures for refugees.
What types of assistance does the UNHCR provide?
- Humanitarian assistance
- Protection
- Support to refugees and internally displaced persons
What challenges does the UNHCR face in refugee camps?
- Overcrowding
- Limited resources
- Inadequate infrastructure
What is a significant issue the UNHCR encounters in its operations?
Working in unstable environments hinders sustainable solutions.
What percentage of people in Africa lack social protection from health issues?
40%.
Fill in the blank: The WHO is funded primarily through contributions from _______.
[member states].
True or False: The WHO has unlimited resources to address health issues in Africa.
False.
What is a growing concern related to displacement in Africa?
More people displaced due to underdevelopment than at any time in the last 70 years.
