Share
Global perspective Human stories
…
continue reading
Manage episode 517037049 series 2829213
Content provided by UN Global Communications (Digital Solutions Unit) and United Nations. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by UN Global Communications (Digital Solutions Unit) and United Nations or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://staging.podcastplayer.com/legal.
Getting relief to communities in Jamaica cut off by the devastation caused by Hurricane Melissa remains the “main challenge” for UN aid agencies in the Caribbean country.
The hurricane tore through the western part of the island — damaging homes, roads, and hospitals, cutting off access to some of the hardest-hit communities.
The United Nations team in Jamaica, working alongside the government and local partners, is focusing on providing urgent support — from food, water, and shelter to restoring health services and rebuilding critical infrastructure.
UN News' Charlotte Frantz asked Dennis Zulu, the UN’s Resident coordinator and most senior official in Jamaica, about the immediate priorities on the ground.
104 episodes
))
