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Christmas in Kenya
Video and special report about life in Korogocho, one of Nairobi's worst slums, and how DFID is helping

On the ground in Goma
Photo essay from DFID on Flickr - Ivan Lewis visits Democratic Republic of Congo, sees conditions

DFID evolving on the web
Why and how we're improving our online presence - for all of our users
DFID Bloggers
The festive season in Afghanistan
Posted 19 December 2008
Christmas Day on camp will mean roast turkey and all the trimmings, served by the civilians, officers and senior non-commissioned officers. There'll be a carol service in the chapel, touch rugby, Christmas films and of course... Read more
In the news
Joint statement from DFID and FCO on current situation in Sri Lanka
06/01/2009
DFID pledges £4 million to help food and water shortages in Gaza
06/01/2009
Douglas Alexander announces up to $10 million in humanitarian aid for Gaza
31/12/2008
Statement on the humanitarian situation in Gaza from Douglas Alexander
28/12/2008
Update on the situation in Zimbabwe
22/12/2008
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Soap operas with soul
Find out why DFID is funding TV and radio dramas around the world

Christmas crackers
See the winning entry and all the runners-up in our Christmas card competition













