August 04, 2023
Sudan: Nearly 14 Million Children in Sudan Need Humanitarian Support - Unicef
Two senior UN humanitarian officials have called for more funding and less bureaucratic impediments to support civilians affected by the war in Sudan, including roughly 14 million… Read more »
August 03, 2023
Sudan: FAO Raises Alarm On Escalating Food Crisis in Sudan
The UN Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) has issued a grave warning regarding the deepening food crisis in Sudan, as the country grapples with conflict and economic decline. Read more »
August 02, 2023
South Sudan: Time Running Out On Election Timeline for South Sudan, UN Official Warns
Action is needed now to pave the way for timely and credible elections in South Sudan next December, the UN Special Representative for the country told journalists in the capital,… Read more »
Sudan: Sudan Conflict Displaces Nearly Four Million - UN Migration Agency
Conflict in Sudan has forced nearly four million people to flee their homes in a little over 100 days, the UN Migration Agency (IOM) has warned. Read more »
August 01, 2023
West Africa: Niger Crisis Could Worsen Insecurity Throughout West Africa, UN Envoy Warns
The security situation in wider West Africa could worsen unless the political crisis in Niger is resolved, the top UN official for the region said on Tuesday, underlining the need… Read more »
July 28, 2023
Africa: World Entering a 'Humanitarian Doom Loop', Warns UN Food Aid Official
Russia has not offered any free grain to the UN food relief agency so far, and its policy of buying supplies from Ukraine has been based on its competitive price and quality, a… Read more »
Sudan: UN Missions Battle Old and Emerging Threats, to Protect Civilians
Heads of UN peacekeeping forces on Thursday highlighted the work of 'blue helmets' in some of the most challenging environments, protecting those in need not only from war and… Read more »
July 27, 2023
Africa: Climate Litigation Report Reveals Spike in Cases Demanding Action #AfricaClimateHope
The total number of court cases focused on climate action has more than doubled since 2017 and is growing worldwide, according to a new report published on Thursday by the UN… Read more »
Sudan: Health Crisis Reaches 'Gravely Serious Levels' - WHO
The conflict in Sudan has sparked a health crisis for the 3.4 million people forced to flee to safety, whether within the country or across its borders, the World Health… Read more »
Niger: UN Chief Demands President's Immediate and Unconditional Release
The UN Secretary-General on Thursday demanded the release of Niger's President Mohamed Bazoum "immediately and unconditionally", as military officers continue to hold the… Read more »
July 26, 2023
Niger: Guterres Condemns Apparent Coup Attempt in Niger
The UN Secretary-General António Guterres has strongly condemned an attempted power grab in the West African nation of Niger, following reports that the democratically… Read more »
East Africa: UN's Milestone Operation to Salvage Stricken Oil Tanker in Red Sea - Key Questions Answered
After nearly two years of "political groundwork, fundraising, and project development", in the words of UN chief António Guterres, the UN-led operation to avert… Read more »
Africa: Transforming Food Systems, Key to Get SDGs Back On Track - UN Deputy SG Amina Mohammed
The UN on Wednesday launched an initiative for accelerated transformation in food systems, with the Deputy Secretary-General highlighting key objectives to help get the Sustainable… Read more »
July 25, 2023
Africa: Africa's Food 'Transformation' Impossible Without Game Changing Solutions - FAO
A full-scale Africa-led agrifood systems transformation will not be possible without game changing solutions, greater investments in smallholder farmers, embracing new technology… Read more »
West Africa: 'Real Challenges' Must Be Addressed Beyond Polling Day, Urges UN West Africa Envoy
While national elections in West Africa and the Sahel provide an important opportunity for voters to effect change, they also expose "real challenges" which must be addressed… Read more »
July 24, 2023
Africa: UNHCR, IOM Outline New Approach to Assist Growing Number of Migrants
In a world characterised by economic crises, conflicts, and natural disasters, the uptick in migration is proving to be one of the most important geopolitical phenomena of the… Read more »
Africa: Global Food Systems 'Broken', Says UN Chief
UN Secretary-General António Guterres on Monday highlighted the need to address global hunger, promote cooperation between businesses and governments, and mitigate the… Read more »
Sudan: Child Deaths Rise, Concern Intensifies for Refugees After 100 Days of Battle
After 100 days of fighting in Sudan, the UN Children's Fund (UNICEF) reported on Monday that at least 435 children have been killed and more than 2,000 injured. Read more »
July 23, 2023
Africa: Food Systems Contribute to Solving 'World's Most Important Challenges'
Population growth, urbanization, changing consumption patterns, and climate change are making it more challenging to feed the world according to a senior official at the UN's Food… Read more »
July 21, 2023
Somalia: From the Field - Hip Hop Artist K'naan's New Track Hails Refugees
Award-winning Somali-Canadian artist K'naan Warsame, creator of the chart-topping unofficial World Cup anthem Wavin' Flag, released Refugee in late June, saying he wants to flip… Read more »
Africa: Russian Strikes On Ukraine Ports 'Further Blow to Global Food Security'
Russia's bombardment of Ukrainian ports along the Black Sea could have far-reaching impacts on global food security, UN political affairs chief Rosemary DiCarlo said on Friday in a… Read more »
Africa: Empowering Women Through Social Protection - UN Rights Office
Access to social protection is a fundamental human right, yet a recent UN human rights report shows that numerous women and girls worldwide are still unable to access provisions… Read more »
West Africa: 'Urgent Action Is Needed' to End Growing Humanitarian Crisis in Sahel - WFP
The ongoing conflict in Sudan is impacting food security and migration across West and Central Africa, depleting scarce resources, exacerbating inter-communal tensions and putting… Read more »
July 20, 2023
Africa: Trust Fund Helps Victims and Children Born of Sexual Abuse, Appeals for Continued Support
A new report reveals how projects supported by the UN Trust Fund for victims of sexual exploitation and abuse by UN personnel, are helping victims regain their dignity, learn new… Read more »
South Africa: UN Celebrates Mandela's Lifelong Commitment to Human Rights
The United Nations on Thursday held its annual ceremony to honour the life and legacy Nelson Mandela, the first black President of post-apartheid South Africa who died in 2013. Read more »