April 05
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 »
March 07
Sierra Leone: Empowering Change - Safeguarding Women in Sierra Leone
- A discussion with the First Lady of Sierra Leone, Fatima Maada Bio Read more »
December 29, 2023
Africa: Inclusion of Women and Land Rights As an Avenue to Accelerate the AfCFTA
Collective action in the form of women's groups has greatly benefited women in negotiating access to land Read more »
December 10, 2023
Africa: Celebrating 75 Years of Human Rights
African youth reshaping human rights on the on the continent Read more »
December 05, 2023
Africa: Impact of Under-Funding Fight Against Gender-Based Violence
A new UN report shows that women and girls are not receiving nearly enough medical and non-medical support to deal with gender-based violence because only a negligent 0.2% of total… 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 »
July 18, 2023
Tunisia: UN Experts Urge Swift Action to Uphold Migrants' Rights
A group of UN independent experts on Tuesday expressed concern over Tunisia's alleged discriminatory treatment of migrants, urging the authorities to take action to halt collective… 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 »
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 04, 2023
Africa: We Must Counter Hate Speech If We Want to Prevent Future Genocides - Alice Wairimu Nderitu
Ahead of 7 April, the International Day of Reflection on the 1994 genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda, the UN Special Adviser on the Prevention of Genocide, Ms. Alice Wairimu… Read more »
March 29, 2023
Africa: Inclusive Water Systems for Persons With Disabilities Are Integral for Achieving SDGs
Accessible amenities, water storage facilities and inclusive policies could boost progress Read more »
March 22, 2023
Africa: Prioritising Human Rights in Africa
The plan is to bring these issues to policy and governance processes. Read more »
July 28, 2022
Africa: I Went Into the Government With Fight Against Female Genital Mutilation
Morissanda Kouyaté, co-winner of the 2020 United Nations Nelson Rolihlahla Mandela Prize was in New York to receive his prize on 18 July, Nelson Mandela International Day.… Read more »