December 16, 2024
Ghana: Major-General Anita Asmah of Ghana Appointed As UN's First African Woman Force Commander
She will lead UNDOF that is mandated with maintaining ceasefire between Israel and Syria Read more »
September 23, 2024
Africa: Making the 'Pact for the Future' a Pact for Peace
The urgent need for collective action to safeguard peace in an increasingly volatile world. Read more »
August 12, 2024
South Sudan: From Refugee to Trailblazer - Monicah Malith's Journey to Leadership
How determination and education transformed a South Sudanese Refugee into the first female President of the University of Nairobi Students Association Read more »
July 17, 2024
Uganda: 'Education Gave Me New Life and Purpose'
A survivor of sexual violence uses her powerful story to advocate for the empowerment of other survivors and promote education as a preventive measure. Read more »
July 15, 2024
South Sudan: The World's Youngest Nation At a Crossroads
Thirteen years since becoming an independent state, South Sudan faces profound humanitarian challenges Read more »
May 29, 2024
Central African Republic: Colonel Léa Yangongo - Inspiring Women to Join and Thrive in the Military in the Central African Republic
Colonel Ghislaine Léa Yangongo first joined the Central African Republic's army (known as Forces Armée de la Centrafrique, or FACA) as a volunteer in 1997. After… Read more »
Africa: Amplifying the Message of Peace Through Poetry
I use my voice to champion social justice, such as girl-child rights, maternal health, and peace Read more »
April 05, 2024
Rwanda: Kwibuka30 - Learning From the Past, Safeguarding the Future Against Genocide
Remembering those whose futures were taken away, and those at risk across the world today Read more »
Rwanda: Rwanda's Post-Genocide Lessons - We Must Speak Out Against Discrimination and Prejudice
On 7 April, it will be 30 years since the start of the 1994 genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda. To commemorate this anniversary, Amb. Ernest Rwamucyo, the Permanent… Read more »
Africa: Kwibuka30 - Learning From the Past, Acting to Prevent Future Genocides
In memory of all those whose futures were taken away and those at risk across the world today Read more »
Ethiopia: Football Rescued Me From Genocide - Now I Promote Peace With It
In 1994, at the onset of the genocide against the Tutsi, Eric Murangwa Eugene, then at the peak of his football career, found his teammates rallying to shield him from the militia… Read more »
December 04, 2023
Africa: African Women On the Frontline of Peacekeeping
Ahead of the United Nations Peacekeeping Ministerial in Ghana (5 to 6 December), we look at the indispensable role of women peacekeepers from Africa who are defying gender norms to… Read more »
December 03, 2023
Africa: COP28 - Extraction of Minerals Needed for Green Energy Must Be 'Sustainable and Just', Says Guterres
UN Secretary-General António Guterres on Saturday announced his plan to set up a panel aimed to ensure the move from fossil fuels towards renewable energy is just,… Read more »
November 28, 2023
Ghana: As Ministers Gather in Ghana, We Must Strengthen UN Peacekeeping As an Essential Multilateral Tool for Peace
At a time of global turmoil and division, the international community is preparing to seize the opportunity to reaffirm its political support and collective commitment to United… Read more »
October 15, 2023
Benin: UN Extends Aid to Refugees in Benin
School kits, fertilizer, medicines, household items, sanitary pads donated Read more »
July 31, 2023
South Sudan: Women Fighting Conflict-Related Sexual Violence and Hate Speech
As the world marks international days to end conflict-related sexual violence and hate speech, let's not forget the important role South Sudanese women peacebuilders play in… 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 »
May 25, 2023
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 »
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 »
May 04, 2023
Mozambique: Mozambique Embraces Dialogue for Lasting Peace
The signing of the Maputo Accord for Peace and National Reconciliation has generated hope and inspiration Read more »
April 25, 2023
Sudan: UN Aid Operation Continues Amid Dire Humanitarian Conditions
The United Nations will continue to deliver desperately needed relief for the Sudanese people, amid soaring needs, acute shortages of essentials and fast-rising prices, UN… Read more »
April 20, 2023
Sudan: Escalating Violence Shuts Hospitals and Puts 219,000 Pregnant Women At Risk
Doctors, nurses and hospital staff unable to travel to work and vital humanitarian aid not getting through Read more »
December 30, 2022
Central Africa: Angolan Refugees Return to the Democratic Republic of the Congo to Build a New Life
In the summer of 2022, Terese, Miche, Roger and Nella returned to their home country, the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), after living as refugees for five years in Angola. Read more »
