Unregulated Autonomous Weapons Systems pose risk to Africa
Stories & Blogs Africa Renewal (Article )Ambassador Lansana Gberie of Sierra Leone warns of a new arms race that could divert important resources away from peacebuilding and sustainable development
The duality of the education challenge in Africa: Historical imperatives and 21st-century necessities
Stories & Blogs Africa Renewal (Article )Education in Africa stands at a crossroads, confronting dual challenges related to the juxtaposition of existing deficits with the rapidly evolving demands of the Digital Age.
Shipment of newest malaria vaccine, R21, to Central African Republic marks latest milestone for child survival
Stories & Blogs UNICEF (Press Release )With two recommended vaccines and expanded supply, Gavi, UNICEF, WHO are working closely with governments and partners to increase malaria prevention and protection for children
Africa’s Economic Sovereignty: The time is now for African-Led Solutions
Stories & Blogs Africa Renewal (Article )We need to gradually divest from systems that extract value from Africa and invest in systems that cultivate Africa and propel it towards a future where it is truly sovereign
An entire generation of children in Sudan faces a catastrophe as the war enters its second year
Stories & Blogs UNICEF (Press Release )Continued brutal hostilities and potential famine creating ominous conditions for tragic loss of children’s lives
Cholera Outbreak in Eastern and Southern Africa Regional appeal
Stories & Blogs UNICEF (Call to Action )Eastern and Southern Africa is grappling with one of the worst cholera outbreaks in decades, with cases rapidly spreading across the region
Public health emergencies in Eastern and Southern Africa
Stories & Blogs UNICEF (Story )Current cholera outbreaks in the region are severely affecting vulnerable children and communities
Pan-African Parliament President calls for peace and unity
Stories & Blogs Africa Renewal (Story )“We want the Pan-African Parliament to be a parliament of the people” Fortune Charumbira, President of the Pan-African Parliament
Challenges to democracy compound instability in West Africa: Top envoy
Stories & Blogs Africa Renewal (Story )West Africa has seen shifting political sands throw up contrasting challenges over the past six months, revealing a stark contrast in the region’s journey towards democracy, the UN envoy for the region said on Thursday.