UN peacekeeping challenged as conflicts and ceasefires grow more complex
Stories & Blogs UN (Story )As ceasefires grow more fragile and conflicts more unpredictable, UN peacekeeping is having to adapt faster amid rising political tensions, disinformation and confusion over mandates.
African region’s maternal and newborn mortality declining, but progress still slow.
Stories & Blogs WHO – Africa (News )Despite a 40% decline in maternal mortality, from 727 to 442 deaths per 100 000 live births between 2000 and 2023, the region still accounts for 70% of global maternal deaths.