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The image shows a large group of children and young people standing outside on an open, dusty field in Zambia. They have their backs to the camera and are watching a football match or game taking place further ahead. The children are dressed in colorful clothes, and the atmosphere is lively and social. There are a few scattered trees around the field, and the light is soft, as if it is sunset or early morning.

New Norad report: 839 million people live in extreme poverty

According to Norad’s new poverty report, 1 in 10 people in the world have to manage to live on less than NOK 30 per day. Following many years of declining poverty, the trend has virtually come to an end.

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Olena Zelenska says that the reconstruction of Ukraine is underway and stresses that rebuilding cannot wait for the war to end. Her foundation carries out targeted aid work for children and young people in the midst of the brutal war, helping them to live as normal lives as possible.

Norwegian support for vaccines saved 1.7 million lives in 2024.

The Norwegian women’s beach handball team became known worldwide when they challenged uniform regulations and put women’s rights in sport on the agenda. Now they are in Angola – not only to play, but to stand in solidarity with young women in the fight for equality, health and freedom.

From identity politics to false NATO bases - Russian propaganda is flourishing on social media ahead of Moldova’s parliamentary elections on 28 September. Norway supports the fight against disinformation.

– The earthquakes in Afghanistan is a crisis upon a crisis, with a critical displacement situation ongoing in a country where 22 million people already are in need, says Erik Abild, Director for Humanitarian Assistance and Comprehensive Response at Norad.

In 2024, the world saw a record number of armed conflicts – the highest in over 70 years. Children are hit the hardest. Norad supports initiatives that provide children with safety, education, and a voice.

She is the new Director General of Norad. Roset brings extensive experience in development and aid.

With Norwegian support, visually impaired people in developing countries are learning to master digital tools – gaining access to a world that was previously closed to them.