Peace and Security
Maada Bio makes Africa＊s strong case for reforms of the UN Security Council
In an exclusive interview, the Sierra Leonean President maintains that the Security Council＊s current configuration is outdated and does not adequately serve Africa＊s interests.
Peace and Security
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 countries
Gender
Inclusive peacebuilding: Empowering women as agents of peace
We need the voices of women at the table, not as victims but as stakeholders in society
Gender
Fighting gender-based violence and early marriages
- A discussion with the First Lady of Sierra Leone, Fatima Maada Bio
Migration
Record-breaking global migration
Unprecedented displacement spurs demand for people-focused solutions
Gender
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.
Peace and Security
Mozambique embraces dialogue for lasting peace
The signing of the Maputo Accord for Peace and National Reconciliation has generated hope and inspiration
Climate Change
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
Gender
Women Hold Up Half the Sky
Ms. Martha Ama Akyaa Pobee 每 the UN Assistant Secretary-General for Africa 每 reflects on women overcoming differences and leading movements for peace, gender equality and women＊s rights
Climate Change
Effective climate action will help the Gambia＊s peace and stability
〞 Seraphine Wakana, UN Resident Coordinator in the Gambia
coronavirus
Silencing the Guns in times of COVID-19: UN Chief＊s call for global peace gains support in Africa
Parties to conflicts in many countries consolidate existing ceasefire or move toward laying down weapons
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'Africa has come of age'
General Assembly debates New Partnership, peace efforts
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Building peace in West Africa
Mohamed Ibn Chambas: 'We are not shy about taking the initiative'
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Setting foreign fighters on the road home
Repatriation of ex-combatants vital to securing regional peace
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Broadcasting peace: radio a tool for recovery
Unbiased information empowers communities after conflicts
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Pledging peace at Great Lakes summit
In a region emerging from war, cooperation remains a challenge
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Wanted: jobs for Africa＊s youth
Seeking urgent solutions for armies of young unemployed
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Seeking peace with justice in Uganda
International charges filed against northern rebel leaders