July 06, 2023
Mali: UN in Mali - We Respect Government's Decision for Mission Withdrawal
- El-Ghassim Wane, Head of UN Mission in Mali Read more »
June 29, 2023
Africa: Transforming Africa's Food Systems - the Challenges and Opportunities
--A Conversation with Ibrahim Mayaki, African Union Special Envoy Read more »
June 21, 2023
Sudan: Women and Girls Hit Hard By Attacks On Health
UN agencies warn that health facilities in several states, including the Darfurs, are facing critical shortages of medical supplies Read more »
June 18, 2023
Africa: We Must Work Together to Reign in 'Toxic and Destructive' Hate Speech
With hate spreading lightning fast on social media and "mega spreaders" using divisive rhetoric to inspire thousands, the United Nations is calling for concerted global efforts to… Read more »
June 16, 2023
Africa: As a UN Security Council Member, Sierra Leone Will Promote Peace, Security and Good Governance in Africa
-- says Foreign Minister David Francis Read more »
June 15, 2023
Africa: Guterres Calls for Phasing Out Fossil Fuels to Avoid Climate 'Catastrophe'
Countries must phase out coal and other fossil fuels to avert climate "catastrophe", UN Secretary-General António Guterres warned on Thursday in New York. Read more »
June 12, 2023
Southern Africa: Namibia Becomes First Southern African Country to Join UN Water Convention
As both a mid-stream and downstream country, transboundary water cooperation is crucial for Namibia and the region's water security Read more »
June 11, 2023
Africa: World Must Address 'Grave Harm' Caused by Online Hate and Lies - UN Chief
Policy brief puts forward framework for concerted global response though a Code of Conduct for information integrity on digital platforms Read more »
June 07, 2023
Sierra Leone: Plastic Waste Risks Marine Livelihoods in Sierra Leone
Beach clean-ups among efforts to tackle the issue, more awareness needed Read more »
June 06, 2023
Africa: Hate Is Taught - It Can Be Fought
A new initiative 'The Game Plan' by the UN and partners will help counter Hate Speech through engagement with Sports Read more »
June 05, 2023
Africa: Everything You Need to Know About Plastic Pollution
This year's World Environment Day focuses on the plastic pollution crisis. The reason? Humanity produces more than 430 million tonnes of plastic annually, two-thirds of which are… Read more »
June 04, 2023
Liberia: Youth Rising Project Trains in Advanced Carpentry Techniques to Erase the Impact of Decades of War and Economic Stagnation
Rebuilding the carpentry profession In Liberia Read more »
June 01, 2023
Kenya: Young Marine Pilot Going Against the Tide
Meet Elizabeth Marami, Kenya's first female marine pilot Read more »
May 25, 2023
Angola: Empowering Women Through Honey
An UNCTAD project is harnessing the power of bees to help women improve their livelihoods while creating sustainable opportunities in rural communities in the southern African… Read more »
Ghana: Award-Winning Peacekeeper Urges Young African Women to Choose Career in Military
Capt. Cecilia Erzuah was recognized for her outstanding efforts in promoting gender equality within UN peacekeeping operations Read more »
Africa: Africa Day 2023 - UN Secretary-General's Message
Africa deserves peace, justice and international solidarity Read more »
May 19, 2023
Uganda: The Honey Business Owner Creating a Buzz in Northern Uganda
Sam Aderubo started his company, Honey Pride, in Arua, northern Uganda, in order to make a positive impact on his community. With support from the UN, the business is taking off,… Read more »
May 16, 2023
Africa: New UN Report - Risk of Prolonged Period of Low Growth Looms Large Amid Multiple Global Crises
Growing financing gaps, anemic investment and mounting debt vulnerabilities threaten to derail global progress on sustainable development Read more »
May 10, 2023
Ghana: Ghana Goes Organic to Build Resilient Food Systems
As the Ministry of Food and Agriculture takes steps to promote organic fertilizer production and uptake among farmers, the UN has helped secure US$250,000 and another US$60,000 for… Read more »
May 05, 2023
Sudan: Escaping Sudan - Home Alone, With Warplanes Overhead
When fighting erupted in Sudan's capital Khartoum, 25-year-old Arafa was at home alone with her two young children. "I spent the night in fear, unable to go out of my house, as… Read more »
Togo: Togo Plans Investment Reforms to Drive Sustainable Growth
UNCTAD outlines measures to help the country strengthen the business climate to promote long-term growth and tackle pressing development challenges. Read more »
Africa: Africa Dialogue Series 2023 Underway
Online events ongoing but in-person activities scheduled for later in New York Read more »
Africa: Achieving Debt Sustainability and Economic Resilience in Africa
Multilateral development banks should listen to African stakeholders; lend in local currency, collaborate with regional and national bodies such as Public Development Banks; and… Read more »
May 04, 2023
Africa: AfCFTA - Seizing Opportunities for a Prosperous Africa
African countries can become global competitors and benefit from AfCFTA by investing in critical infrastructure, promoting innovation and technology Read more »
Africa: AfCFTA - Seizing Opportunities for a Prosperous Africa
African countries can become global competitors and benefit from AfCFTA by investing in critical infrastructure, promoting innovation and technology Read more »