UNICEF warns urgent action is needed to increase funding for adaptation to protect children and vulnerable communities from worsening heatwaves and other climate shocks.
UNICEF has established more than 500 temporary learning centres in the worst-affected districts and supported teachers and children with education supplies.
The proportion of people facing severe acute food insecurity is at the highest level ever, surpassing levels seen even during the conflicts in 2013 and 2016.
UNICEF Executive Director called for urgent action to address challenges like malnutrition and inequalities that have been exacerbated by COVID-19 and climate shocks
