It is profoundly heartbreaking to witness another surge of xenophobic violence in #SouthAfrica this week. Hundreds have marched on Parliament, thousands of families have been displaced, and lives have been tragically cut short. These include at least five Ethiopians killed earlier in the attacks, and five Mozambicans who died in Mossel Bay. Thousands more are now fleeing for their lives. To see South Africa turn to xenophobia is a tragic betrayal of the country's struggle for independence and freedom. African nations stood united to dismantle apartheid. Ethiopia proudly supported "Madiba," Nelson Mandela, in 1962 and issued him a passport so he could travel the continent. Other countries helped in many ways, including with political and financial support. Disagreements and grievances must be addressed by the justice system and the rule of law, never through vigilante violence and collective punishment. South Africa deserves better. Africa deserves better. Stop the hate. Protect the vulnerable. Uphold our shared humanity.

In 3 weeks in #DRC, I witnessed the #Ebola response take hold, as @WHO supports the government-led response. Despite challenges, I saw solidarity, survival, leadership & expertise. Together, this outbreak will be brought under control and then ended.

One blood donation can save up to three lives. This #WorldBloodDonorDay, @WHO is joining forces with our @ENHYPEN friends in recognising the life-saving impact blood donors around the world have — thank you! #GiveBlood #ENHYPEN

Met with #SouthSudan's Labour Minister Anthony Lino Makana to discuss the ongoing #Ebola response, and @WHO's work to support neighboring countries on preparedness efforts. We will continue to work together to provide needed training and equipment for health workers in South Sudan, in addition to strengthening surveillance and lab capacity, especially in border areas.

Honored to join @MinofHealthUG PS @DianaAtwine & @WHO DG @DrTedros at today’s high-level Ebola meeting. Uganda’s swift & proactive response sets the standard. Together with @WHO & @AfricaCDC, the EU stands firmly behind an African-led response - strong partners save lives.🇪🇺🤝🇺🇬

Had a very good meeting with Ambassador Seongmee Yoon about @WHO’s work in health emergencies, especially the ongoing #Ebola response and #hantavirus. I thanked the Ambassador for Republic of #Korea’s strong partnership and support for global health security, including on the Pandemic Agreement annex negotiations on Pathogen Access and Benefits Sharing. I used the opportunity to brief the Ambassador about our ongoing collaboration with @ENHYPEN to promote #WorldBloodDonorDay this upcoming Sunday.

My heartfelt condolences to Thai Royal Family and all Thai people following the passing of Her Royal Highness Princess Bajrakitiyabha, the Princess Rajasarini Siribajra. x.com/thaienquirer/status/20…

Strong responses are built when partners, governments, and communities work together. Thank you @DrTedros for your presence and commitment. @WFP continues to support the frontline health response and work with communities so no one has to choose between health and hunger.

I know how committed @WHO is to supporting the #Ebola outbreak response in #DRC. But the entire @UN system is equally committed.  Take our sister agency @WFP, who I call “The Wings of the Response,” thanks to their UNHAS flights that bring experts and humanitarians to the field.  In Bunia, capital of Ituri Province, I have also seen how WFP is implementing local solutions to access to nutritious food, helping local restaurants provide local food to the local communities. Thank you WFP for all you do. x.com/wfp/status/20650331325…

🩸D-3 to #WorldBloodDonorDay 14 June! You got it right! This year we are celebrating this important day with @ENHYPEN We are as excited as you are, and #ENHYPEN are ready with some surprises, pouring their hearts for you. Stay tuned! #GiveBlood, give hope and save lives bit.ly/2026GiveBlood

Cumar Artan ma gaarin #FIFAWorldCup oo keliya. Wuxuu taariikh dhigay isagoo noqday garsoorihii kubadda cagta ugu horreeyay ee Soomaaliyeed ee halkaas gaara, isla markaana ka mid ah garsoorayaasha ugu wanaagsan #Afrika. Guushaas cidina kama qaadi karto, wax kasta ha dhacaane. Cumar, aad baan uga xumahay waxa dhacay. Waxaad gaartay heerka ugu sarreeya ee xirfaddaada, waxaadna dhiirrigelisay jiil dalka jooga adigoo halkaas gaaray. In lagaa hor istaagay fursaddii aad u qalantay ma beddelayso taas. Tani ma noqon doonto halka ay ku dhammaato sheekadaadu. Dunidu way ku garab taagan tahay, waxayna kuu rajaynaysaa samir, adkaysi, iyo in aad mar kale garsoorto kulamo waaweyn oo caalami ah. Waan ku garab taaganahay, Cumar. #Somalia

#Hantavirus update: the UK government has reported a confirmed case in Tristan de Cunha, in a person who was previously considered a probable case with exposure on MV Hondius. As of 10 June, the total number of cases remains 13, including three deaths. No new deaths were reported in over a month, since 2nd May.

A moment of hope in the #Ebola response. Today, in Mongbwalu, Ituri, the province at the centre of the outbreak in #DRC, the first survivor there was discharged from care and reunited with his community. In Nyankunde, eight patients were released today, too. Their recovery is a testament to their strength and the dedication of health workers providing lifesaving care under challenging conditions. It is also a reminder that many people can survive Ebola when they receive care early and safely.

Thank you @DrTedros for visiting the @WHO Uganda country office. Your warmth, leadership and compassion inspire us to stay the course. We will continue to be steered by our common goal... #HealthForAll. We are #ProudToBeWHO

Des décennies de conflits, une crise humanitaire persistante. C’est dans ce contexte que l’épidémie frappe. Dans la continuité de notre visite en février, nous poursuivons nos échanges avec les parties au conflit pour faire avancer les engagements humanitaires sur le terrain.

Omar Artan didn’t just make the #FIFAWorldCup, he made history as the first Somali referee to get there, and as #Africa’s best. That milestone stands no matter what. So sorry to see this, Omar. You reached the summit of your profession and inspired a generation back home just by getting there, and being kept off the pitch you earned doesn’t change that. This won’t be the end of your story on the world stage. The world stands with you as one family, wishing you resilience now and many more major finals to come. Solidarity. #Somalia

Yesterday I visited Mulago National Referral Hospital in Kampala, where a separate unit has been prepared to treat #Ebola patients. I'm glad for the opportunity to meet with health workers in charge and thank them for their dedication. I am very happy with all the work invested in preparedness and readiness that I have witnessed. I commend the Government of #Uganda for the work being done to control Ebola and provide care for those affected. Uganda’s leadership has been central to the response, and @WHO remains committed to supporting national efforts to stop transmission, save lives and protect communities. Mwebale nnyo.

We had a productive meeting with @WHO Director-General @DrTedros and development partners to review the Ebola outbreak response and strengthen coordinated preparedness and response efforts in Uganda and across the border. A key strategy for ending this outbreak quickly is to collectively combat misinformation through continuous awareness and communication. False beliefs that Ebola is a scam or the result of witchcraft are lowering risk perception, leading to dangerous behaviors that can fuel transmission and even put response teams at risk. Our greatest fear is community spread, which can challenge even the strongest response systems. We must all recognize the seriousness of the threat, adhere to the preventive measures in place, report any suspected cases, and actively educate our families and communities. By protecting others, we protect ourselves, because once Ebola spreads within communities, it can affect anyone. It can find its way to ANYONE.