May 17
Africa: Unregulated Autonomous Weapons Systems Pose Risk to Africa
Ambassador Lansana Gberie of Sierra Leone warns of a new arms race that could divert important resources away from peacebuilding and sustainable development Read more »
April 29
Africa: Many African Nations Are Making Progress in the Rule of Law
UN Assistant Secretary-General for the Office of Rule of Law and Security Institutions, Alexandre Zouev, acknowledges progress amidst global tensions and challenges within… Read more »
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 »
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 »
November 28, 2023
Africa: Elite Kenyan Marathoner Championing Battle Against Gender-Based Violence
Viola Cheptoo founded Tirop's Angels foundation in memory of fellow athlete Agnes Tirop Read more »
August 24, 2023
Central African Republic: Central African Republic - UN Expert Calls for Action to End Impunity
A UN expert has expressed grave concern about the human rights situation in the Central African Republic. Read more »