Written question asked by Earl of Sandwich (Crossbench) on Monday, 4 December 2023, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Monday, 18 December 2023. It was answered by Lord Benyon (Conservative) on Thursday, 14 December 2023 on behalf of the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office.

Non-governmental Organisations: Development Aid

Question: To ask His Majesty's Government which non-governmental organisations receiving aid from the UK remain in (1) Mali, (2) Niger, and (3) Burkina Faso, in spite of the withdrawal of protection forces.

Answer: The UK continues to provide aid through reputable non-governmental organisations in Niger, Burkina Faso, and in Mali, despite the withdrawal of the UN peacekeeping forces there. These organisations include the Danish Refugee Council, which is working with an NGO consortia to provide humanitarian aid in all three countries; Marie Stopes International, which provides women's sexual health services in Mali and Niger, and Mercy Corps which supports local land conflict prevention in Mali and Niger. The UK also funds the International Committee of the Red Cross who deliver humanitarian and protection work across the region.

Secondary information

Type: Written question
Reference: HL841
Session: 2023-24
Subjects: Development aid Peacekeeping operations Niger Non-governmental organisations Mali Burkina Faso
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