Nearly 22,000 people live in Debre Berhan, North Shewa Zone in Amhara region, Ethiopia. They are internally displaced people (IDPs) located in three camps: China, Woynshet, and Bakelo Camp, and mostly coming from Wollega, Oromia region. Besides camp residents, there are thousands of IDPs hosted in the communities whose living conditions still need crucial attention.
The Tanzania Annual Meeting held in Dodoma gave CUAMM staff the opportunity to connect, reflect, align, and move forward with renewed energy.
"Seventy-five years of community-building in disadvantaged regions of Africa are a value for all of Italy, and you are its extraordinary ambassadors." These words, spoken by President of the Republic Sergio Mattarella at CUAMM’s 2025 Annual Meeting, continue to resonate. They stand as a powerful recognition of the dedication and commitment of all those who work in the field and in Italy, as well as the volunteers and partners who share our mission.
In Luanda, a day dedicated to the Clean Cooking programme and the opening of a photographic exhibition showcasing the flavours and habits of an Angola in transformation.
On World Prematurity Day, Bakara’s story reminds us of the vital importance of timely, high-quality care to ensure every newborn has the chance to grow and thrive.
While a diagnosis is not a life sentence and living with diabetes today is possible, access to care and the ability to manage a chronic illness remain enormous challenges in the contexts where we work. On World Diabetes Day, we want to reaffirm the importance of prevention and continuity of care, and remind everyone that health is a right for all.
CUAMM is working hand in hand with national and Italian universities in Sierra Leone to expand training opportunities and strengthen local capacities in the health sector.
Today, Suhul Hospital looks very different: a modern, fully equipped neonatal intensive care unit ensures life-saving treatment for premature and critically ill newborns. The refurbished spaces were inaugurated last week in an official ceremony attended by local authorities, partners, UN agencies representatives and hospital staff members.
CUAMM Annual Meeting is a special occasion that brings together CUAMM staff, volunteers, partners, donors, and friends to celebrate our shared mission and renew our commitment to health for all.
This year marks an especially meaningful milestone, and we warmly invite you to celebrate with us — in Padua, if you can join us in person, or by following along on our social channels to stay connected wherever you are.