October 24, 2023
Nigeria: Nigeria to Vaccinate 7.7 Million Girls Against Leading Cause of Cervical Cancer
This is the third most common cancer and the second most frequent cause of cancer deaths among women aged between 15 and 44 years Read more »
October 17, 2023
Africa: 'Transforming4Trade' Will Reshape African Economies - Interview
Infrastructure development is pivotal, as we work to create necessary transport links for diversifying into sectors like agroindustry and processing - Paul Akiwumi Read more »
October 15, 2023
Benin: UN Extends Aid to Refugees in Benin
School kits, fertilizer, medicines, household items, sanitary pads donated Read more »
October 11, 2023
Egypt: Egypt Working to End Poverty, Hunger By 2027
The country's 'Decent Life Initiative' addresses all 17 SDGs, emphasizing the importance of a holistic approach to human development Read more »
October 04, 2023
Sierra Leone: Fighting Gender-Based Violence and Early Marriages
At the just-concluded UN General Assembly (UNGA78), Ms. Fatima Maada Bio, the First Lady of Sierra Leone actively engaged in a series of gender-empowerment events. Her… Read more »
September 21, 2023
Nigeria: I Want Every Child to Be Passionate About Education
-- says internationally acclaimed Nigerian DJ Cuppy on International Day of Peace Read more »
September 19, 2023
Africa: Reform or Rupture' Says Guterres, Calling for Multilateralism to Be Remade for the 21st Century
Secretary-General António Guterres on Tuesday warned the world is "becoming unhinged" and underscored the United Nations' raison d'être, to resolve global crises… Read more »
Africa: Using the Creatives to Boost Intra-African Trade
Youth on the move to tap AfCFTA trade opportunities across the continent Read more »
Africa: SDG Summit Launches New Phase of Accelerated Action On Development
World leaders agree to take immediate action to unlock more and better financing for developing countries Read more »
September 18, 2023
Africa: How the UN SDG Summit Aims to Transform the World
The centrepiece of the UN General Assembly's 2023 high-level week, the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) Summit, will see world leaders gather in New York on Monday for two… Read more »
September 15, 2023
Zambia: Hope for Zambia's Path to Sustainable Development
In 2015, Zambia as part of all the 193 United Nations (UN) Members States adopted the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Read more »
September 08, 2023
Africa: Nairobi Declaration At Climate Summit Pushes for More Climate Action
The Declaration will be the basis for Africa's common position in COP 28 and beyond Read more »
September 06, 2023
Nigeria: Nigeria Prioritizes Climate Action to Mitigate Natural Disasters
At risk of flooding are 372 out of the country's 744 local government areas Read more »
September 04, 2023
Africa: Africa Climate Summit - Four Ways the Continent Can Influence the Global Climate Agenda
The Africa Climate Summit (ACS) is set to take place from September 4-6 in Nairobi, Kenya, amid climate challenges and opportunities. The confluence of climate shocks, nature loss,… Read more »
September 01, 2023
Africa: This African Climate Summit Is, in Many Ways, a Financing Summit
A statement issued by Stephen Jackson, United Nations Resident Coordinator in Kenya, ahead of the Africa Climate Summit in Nairobi, Kenya (4-6 September) Read more »
August 31, 2023
Africa: With Leadership and Determination, Africa Can Achieve the SDGs
Antonio Pedro, Acting Executive Secretary, Economic Commission for Africa 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 »
August 22, 2023
Mozambique: Mozambican Mother Shares Her Experience of Extremism and Discrimination
Kidnapped by al-Shabaab militants, the woman recounts the choice she faced: join their ranks or witness her family's execution. Read more »
Nigeria: Telehealth Start-Up Bridges Healthcare Gap in Nigeria
The founder and CEO of Mobihealth International leverages the diaspora and local doctors to deliver telemedicine and digital health services to underserved populations. Read more »
August 18, 2023
Burundi: How We Created Burundi's First Drone
A young innovator turns his newfound technology skills into a pioneering solution for farmers Read more »
August 17, 2023
Nigeria: Nigeria Ends Oil Subsidy to Invest Savings in Infrastructure Development
The new administration maintains that ending the subsidy will aid climate action and fund transportation and energy investments Read more »
Ethiopia: In Ethiopia, UN Women and Partners Fight Gender-Based Violence
Mengistie Tegenie's four sisters were married before the age of 18. Bright and academically gifted, their schooling--like that of many young women in Ethiopia--stopped after their… Read more »
August 16, 2023
Africa: Readying African Football for the Global Stage
Morocco became the first African country to reach the World Cup semifinals last year, proof that the continent cultivates world-class talent Read more »
August 09, 2023
Africa: Connecting Large Enterprises With Highly-Skilled African Creatives
'At Meaningful Gigs, our AI driven - Creative Matching platform seeks to improve the hiring experience for big brands like Amazon, Google and Starbucks while ensuring that skilled… Read more »
Botswana: Improving Living Conditions in Botswana's Francistown
Showcasing a model slum upgrade courtesy of a global initiative benefiting millions of slum dwellers Read more »