April 03, 2023
Africa: Water-Insecure Africa Gets Some Wins At the UN Water Conference
Charlotte MacAlister, the lead author of the Global Water Security 2023 Assessment report, says African governments and citizens must take urgent actions to boost water security Read more »
Rwanda: Using Innovative Poker Games to Promote Sexual and Reproductive Health Among the Youth
Inventor Ndagijimana Benoit says 'Ishema Ryanjye' card games are a hit among adolescents 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 28, 2023
Comoros: Comoros Has Huge Untapped Investment Potential
Francois Xavier Batalingaya, the UN Resident Coordinator in Comoros, says the country could benefit significantly from Africa's free trade area Read more »
March 27, 2023
Africa: Historic UN Conference Marks Watershed Moment to Tackle Global Water Crisis and Ensure Water-Secure Future
Water Action Agenda, the key outcome of the Conference, captured over 700 commitments aimed at driving transformation from a global water crisis to a water-secure world Read more »
March 24, 2023
Africa: World Tuberculosis Day - Who Ramps Up Initiative to Combat Killer Disease
For the first time in more than a decade, the number of people dying from tuberculosis (TB) rose last year due to disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, conflicts and other… Read more »
March 23, 2023
Africa: Fast-Tracking Global Early Warnings Systems
13 African countries among initial group to receive coordinated and targeted support in new global early warning initiative. 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 »
Africa: Take Time to Reflect On Water
The UN 2023 Water Conference is first event of its kind in 50 years and offers a once-in-a-generation opportunity to unite the UN, government, public and private sector actors… Read more »
March 17, 2023
East Africa: Horn of Africa - Using Digital Technologies to Advance Women, Peace and Security Agenda
Online platforms provide unique opportunities to women's political, economic, and social inclusion, which requires sustained commitment by the international community. Read more »
March 16, 2023
Africa: UN Secretary-General Announces New Youth Climate Advisers
Young people key to keeping climate goals alive, kicking fossil fuel addiction, driving climate justice Read more »
March 14, 2023
Sierra Leone: How We Are Moving the Gender Agenda Forward in Sierra Leone
-- Ms. Manty Tarawalli, Gender and Children's Affairs Minister, says a new landmark gender equality and women's empowerment law is a game changer for women Read more »
March 08, 2023
Botswana: Solar Backpacks Light Up School Children's Night Studies
Chedza bags are made from durable, waterproof canvas, and have an integrated solar panel. Read more »
Africa: Women and Girls Everywhere Are Demanding Their Rights, and Their Words Reverberate Around the World
Around the world, progress on women's rights is vanishing before our eyes. The latest forecasts estimate that on our current track, it will take another 300 years to reach full… Read more »
March 05, 2023
Africa: 'We Must Ensure That Low Carbon Transitions Don't Harm Poor Countries'
Paul Akiwumi, Director of UNCTAD's Division for Africa, says LDC5 Conference in Doha is an opportunity to begin to tackle the problem Read more »
March 02, 2023
Africa: Floods Raise Cholera Risk Even As Cases Decline in Africa
Twelve African countries are currently reporting cases, as WHO supports countries in disease detection and stepping up readiness and provides medical supplies. Read more »
March 01, 2023
Africa: African Girls Can Code Initiative Builds Digital Skills and Momentum Towards a Better Future
It was launched in 2018 by UN Women and the AU Commission in collaboration with ITU and UNECA, to empower girls across Africa by helping them build digital literacy and computer… Read more »
Zambia: Imagine the Future We Want - Transforming Internet Governance to Eliminate Online Inequalities
Tech has shaped the lives of young people in profound and unique ways, hence the need to invest in it Read more »
North Africa: WeRise App Bridges Generations to Promote Gender Equality Through Gaming
Last July, hundreds of people from across the Middle East and Northern Africa (MENA) region--including activists, influencers, academics, journalists and the Swedish Ambassador to… Read more »
Mozambique: Mozambique At UN Security Council
Climate, impact of conflict on women and children, and Security Council reform among March 2023 presidency priorities Read more »
February 24, 2023
Africa: Power On - How We Can Supercharge an Equitable Digital Future
From online learning and digital activism to the rapid expansion of high-paying tech jobs, the digital age has generated unprecedented opportunities for the empowerment of women… Read more »
February 23, 2023
Africa: AfCFTA - Reaping the Benefits of the World's Most Youth and Women-Friendly Trade Agreement
Priority must be given to investments in women and youth in all facets of the AfCFTA implementation arrangements Read more »
February 17, 2023
Africa: AU Summit 2023 - Powering Trade Through AfCFTA
Adoption by the African Union of the theme for 2023 as the "Year of AfCFTA: Acceleration of the African Continental Free Trade Area Implementation", will generate greater political… Read more »
Africa: UN Chief Calls for Radical Transformation of Global Financial System
UN Chief reiterates call for G20 countries to agree on $500 billion annual stimulus for Sustainable Development Agenda Read more »
February 13, 2023
Africa: One Year Later - The Impact of the Russian Conflict With Ukraine On Africa
Addressing debt while bolstering agriculture, energy access and continental trade could ease burden on struggling economies Read more »