The Central African Republic (CAR) is an extremely challenging place for people with special needs of any kind, particularly the Deaf. At one point, CAR was a pioneer among African countries in deaf education; Andrew Foster, a Deaf American missionary, opened the country’s first and only school for the deaf in CAR’s capital, Bangui, in 1977. Foster also trained the teachers and paid them a competitive salary, ensuring quality education for the deaf children who could attend the school. Continue Reading »
General Abdoulaye Miskine, leader of the Union of Democratic Forces of Central Africa (UFDC) says he is ready to sign the Global Peace Agreement
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Miskine ready to sign the peace agreement
General Abdoulaye Miskine, leader of the Union of Democratic Forces of Central Africa (FDPC), one of the three rebel groups based in the centre north of the country, has said he is ready to sign the Global Peace Agreement. His commitment is a prelude to the much anticipated political dialogue expected this month in Bangui. “I am ready to sign the Global Peace Agreement in order to give the political inclusive dialogue a chance — considered by all the only way out of crisis,” said General Miskine in a press release issued Saturday in Bangui. Continue Reading »
(Emily Bamford, UNICEF) Walking through the Central African Republic capital, it is impossible to miss the large number of children present on the street. Weaving in and amongst the street vendors, taxis and commuters, dozens of children can be seen working, begging and playing around the town centre. For some this is just a way of passing the day, a way of earning money and supporting a family back home. For many however, this is their home. Continue Reading »
The Humanitarian and Development Partnership Team (HDPT) unites all organizations working to alleviate the humanitarian and development crisis in the Central African Republic: United Nations agencies, the Red Cross Movement, NGOs and other organizations. For more information, visit About HDPT CAR or email us at info[at]hdptcar.net
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Dr Ione describes her incredible experiences in the Central African Republic. A thrilling eye-witness account of the country’s history.
(Emily Bamford, UNICEF) Walking through the Central African Republic capital, it is impossible to miss the large number of children present on the street. Weaving in and amongst the street vendors, taxis and commuters, dozens of children can be seen working, begging and playing around the town centre. For some this is just a way of passing the day, a way of earning money and supporting a family back home. For many however, this is their home. 
