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Malay Mail
3 days ago
- General
- Malay Mail
From influencer to Islamist: Cleopatra joins PAS to ‘secure children's future', vows commitment to party's spiritual training
KUALA LUMPUR, June 1 – Influencer Nur Fathiah Syazwana Shaharuddin, better known as Cleopatra, has officially joined the Islamist party PAS yesterday, citing the need to provide a better future for her children. PAS' Muslimat Wing posted on Facebook that the former independent candidate for Batu submitted her application to wing chief Nuridah Mohd Salleh 'Cleopatra said her decision to join PAS was driven by her hopes for her children's future,' the wing said. 'A single mother, she had previously expressed a desire to get to know PAS better and had voiced her willingness to undergo the party's spiritual and ideological 'tarbiyyah',' it added, using the Arabic word that roughly translates to 'training' or 'education'. Nuridah said the wing has long remained committed to championing the welfare of vulnerable groups such as the poor, persons with disabilities, the elderly, single mothers, and orphans. 'Cleopatra's entry into PAS is seen as a strategic move to strengthen women's political engagement in Malaysia and to further the cause of community welfare,' it said. A single mother and entrepreneur, Nur Fathiah also founded women's and community rights group called Hetero Action Women Alliance (Hawa). She ran in the 15th general election in the crowded Batu parliamentary seat in Kuala Lumpur and garnered only 628 votes in the 10-candidate contest. Pakatan Harapan's P. Prabakaran won by a 22,241-vote majority. Earlier last year, she was forced to deny her wedding to deputy inspector-general of police, Tan Sri Mohd Bakri Zinin in Thailand, after a purported marriage certificate went public. She first went under the media spotlight in 2019 after her little-known firm Cleo International Sdn Bhd led a delegation with local e-sports powerhouse Orange E-Sports to meet then youth and sports minister Syed Saddiq Abdul Rahman.
Scoop
24-04-2025
- Politics
- Scoop
Hundreds Killed In Sudan's Camps For Displaced People
24 April 2025 Violent clashes between armed militias and forces of the military Government have escalated dramatically across North Darfur in recent weeks as Sudan marked two years of civil war. The El Fasher and Zamzam camps for internally displaced persons (IDPs) who were forced to flee their homes because of the conflict, were disproportionately affected. 'The bombs were falling on the hospital. The sick and their mothers were killed. Those of us who survived left with only our children on our backs,' said Hawa, a mother of three who was inside a hospital in the Zamzam camp during the shelling, speaking to the UN Children's Emergency Fund (UNICEF). Horror and displacement The attacks have destroyed critical infrastructure, halted water trucking services, and led to the collapse of already fragile health services, according to the UN. Zamzam IDP camp, which prior to the recent shelling housed at least 400,000 people, has now been nearly emptied. The UN has reported that over 332,000 people have fled the camp. Humanitarian organisations are warning of increasing reports of sexual violence, the targeting of civilians, and forced recruitment – particularly by elements of the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) militia. Aid under strain The sudden and massive influx of IDPs into already overwhelmed towns and host communities is increasing the strain on health services, water infrastructure, and local food systems. While IDP camps face soaring demand for emergency shelters, clean water, food, and protection services, fuel shortages have led to the near-total suspension of water trucking operations in many areas, including El Fasher. The sick and their mothers were killed. Those of us who survived left with only our children on our backs In Central Darfur, health partners report rising levels of malnutrition, especially among children. ' In the past, we had three to four meals per day. For the past two years, giving [my children] one meal a day is a miracle,' Hawa recounted. Although the UN is currently delivering life-saving food assistance in Tawila — North Darfur, an immediate scale-up in humanitarian assistance is needed to prevent tens of thousands of newly-displaced people from falling further into acute vulnerability. UN agencies and their partners are urgently appealing for increased funding to avert further loss of life and irreversible humanitarian consequences.
CairoScene
19-03-2025
- Entertainment
- CairoScene
‘Women in Music' Event in Cairo
The Alexandria-born indie star delivered stripped-down performances of three of her top tracks, 'Assad', 'Neptune' and 'Hawa'. Mar 19, 2025 Looking back on Maii Waleed's stunning unplugged performance at the first 'Women in Music' event in Cairo, co-hosted by SceneNoise, Little Pink Book and Takwene at Yellow Tape Records, Maadi, a first-of-its-kind intimate gathering that brought together some of Egypt's top female artists and industry professionals to connect, inspire and celebrate the women shaping the region's music industry today.
Leaders
27-02-2025
- Health
- Leaders
Saudi Surgeons Perform Complex Separation of Burkinabe Conjoined Twins
A specialized Saudi medical team has begun a complex procedure to separate Burkinabe conjoined twins, Hawa and Khadija, at King Abdullah Specialist Children's Hospital in Riyadh. The 17-month-old twins are fused at the lower chest and abdomen, sharing the pericardium, liver, and intestines. Separation Conjoined Twins The operation is being carried out under the directives of Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud and Crown Prince and PM, Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud. It is led by Dr. Abdullah Al Rabeeah, Supervisor General of the King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Centre (KSrelief). In a statement today, Dr. Al Rabeeah detailed that the surgery is expected to last eight hours and will be completed in five stages. A team of 26 experts, including consultants and specialists in anesthesia, pediatric surgery, and plastic surgery, is involved. Moreover, the procedure has an anticipated success rate exceeding 80%. This marks the 62nd separation surgery performed under the Saudi Conjoined Twins Program, which has treated 146 conjoined twins from 27 countries over the past 35 years. The program's global contributions have been recognized by the United Nations, which designated November 24 as World Conjoined Twins Day. Finally, Dr. Al Rabeeah extended his gratitude to Saudi leadership for its unwavering support and wished the twins a smooth recovery and a safe return to Burkina Faso. Related Topics : UN Declares Nov. 24 'World Conjoined Twins Day' upon Saudi Arabia's Initiative Families of Conjoined Twins Separated in Saudi Arabia Arrive in Makkah to Perform Hajj Medical Team Successfully Separates Conjoined Twins Hasna, Husna Siamese Twins from Philippines Arrive in Riyadh for Separation Operation Short link : Post Views: 60
Zawya
26-01-2025
- Health
- Zawya
Bringing health care closer to displaced communities in Somalia
At the heart of Al-Adalada camp, west of Somalia's capital Mogadishu, 49-year-old Hawa Sharif Ali has found a vital lifeline for her family's medical needs. She, like the thousands of other internally displaced people (IDPs) living in the camp, depends on the health services available at the Sinkadheer health centre in the Garasbaley district. The mother of six supports her family by doing laundry in nearby neighbourhoods, including Garasbaley. Life has been a constant struggle for Hawa, made harder by the drought the country experienced in 2022/23 – one of the most severe in its history. Displacement, fighting to make ends meet and the responsibility of caring for her children, all weigh heavily on her. Despite her struggles, she takes pride in managing her household and ensuring her children's well-being. Amidst these challenges, she has found hope and support at the health centre. In December 2024, Hawa took her youngest son, Abdulrahman Mohamed, aged two years and eight months, for his final measles vaccine, provided under the Expanded Programme on Immunization. 'I prioritize my child's health. Each time I give birth, I bring my child here,' Hawa explained. 'We don't have the money to go to private hospitals, but this centre is accessible for us. Today, my son received his measles vaccine to complete his immunizations, I have completed my other children's routine immunizations and I'm happy.' ECHO-supported health facilities transform lives At the height of the drought in 2023, donors like the European Civil Protection and Humanitarian Aid Operations (ECHO) were quick to respond with increased funding to save lives through treating severe acute malnutrition and preventing and responding to disease outbreaks, including of vaccine-preventable diseases like measles. Through this funding, along with other donors, WHO has been able to not only meet the immediate needs of the people like Hawa and their families, but also strengthen local health clinics so they can continue to meet their communities' needs into the future. Beyond routine immunizations, Sinkadheer health centre delivers a range of other health services under the Integrated Health and Nutrition Programme, bringing lifesaving care to families like Hawa's, who would otherwise struggle to afford medical treatment. The programme, supported by funding from ECHO, the German Federal Foreign Office and others, continues to transform the lives of Somali mothers and children, ensuring health and hope amidst the challenges of displacement. Every day, the health centre becomes a humanitarian hub serving around 200 patients, the majority from nearby IDP communities. They seek not only general health services but also critical support for nutrition and the prevention of malnutrition. For mothers, children and other vulnerable groups, the centre is a key source of support for their families' health and well-being. "Most of the people we serve here are mothers and children from the nearby IDP communities," says Mukhtar Derow Luqmaan, supervisor of Sinkadheer health centre. "[They] depend on the integrated health services we provide. Every day, around 200 patients walk through our doors seeking care, nutrition support and protection from malnutrition. For them, this centre is a lifeline." Partnerships for health in Somalia Through collaboration with partners, WHO Somalia continues to support health care centres that provide a wide range of care and address the unique health challenges faced by displaced families. The aim is to bring practical health solutions closer to communities, ensuring no one is left behind. "Thanks to with unwavering support from humanitarian donors like ECHO, WHO was quickly able to bring lifesaving health care to drought-affected communities in Somalia, giving vulnerable children and families a fighting chance. Now that the acute emergency has passed, we are continuing to strengthen the resilience of the health system to meet the immediate needs of their communities and to better withstand the next emergency. Together, we're building a healthier, stronger future for every Somali family," says Dr Renee Van de Weerdt, WHO Representative in Somalia. These humanitarian efforts, made possible by the generous contributions of ECHO and other partners, offer more than just medical care they bring hope and a renewed sense of possibility. Through this support, WHO and its partners are not only managing an emergency but are nurturing Somalia's future by giving children the opportunity to grow healthy and strong, and mothers the chance to care for their families with dignity. This collective work in Somalia is a testament to the power of compassion and the difference it can make in the lives of those facing the greatest challenges. Distributed by APO Group on behalf of World Health Organization - Regional Office for the Eastern Mediterranean.
