Gastronomy Tourism takes center stage in the Agenda for Africa
Stories & Blogs UN Tourism (News )The 2nd UN Tourism Regional Forum on Gastronomy Tourism for Africa reinforced the region’s growing commitment to make gastronomy tourism a key driver in social and economic development.
Strengthening Global Partnerships to Power Africa’s Startup Revolution: timbuktoo at the World Bank Spring Meetings 2025.
Stories & Blogs UNDP – Africa (Press Release )Held under the theme “Strengthening Global Partnerships for Advancing African Startups,” the event brought together an influential mix of global financial leaders, investors, policymakers, and entrepreneurs with the goal to explore how blended finance and
Event Report: The Launch of the Second Edition of the Model African Union in Japan.
Stories & Blogs UNDP – Africa (News )The Model African Union (MAU) conference in Japan is designed to facilitate dialogue and mutual understanding between students from Africa and Japan.
Africa’s super election year: bolting resilience against winds of democratic recession
Stories & Blogs UNDP – Africa (Blog )Africa’s new democracy narrative emerged in 2024, marking a significant chapter in the long and sometimes challenging journey toward democratic governance on the continent.
Angola vaccinates over 1 million people as it bolsters cholera outbreak control efforts
Stories & Blogs WHO-Africa (News )More than 1 million people have been vaccinated in the three hardest-hit provinces in a five-day campaign to complement the ongoing public health measures to halt the spread of the infectious disease.
Mauritania progressing towards zero leprosy cases.
Stories & Blogs WHO-Africa (News )Mauritania has witnessed a significant decline in leprosy cases since thanks to sustained efforts that have led to improvements in prevention, detection and treatment.
WHO in Africa, WomenLift Health sign pivotal agreement to strengthen women’s leadership in health
Stories & Blogs WHO-Africa (News )The agreement stems from the two organizations’ strong commitment to promote women’s leadership in health.
South Sudan intensifies efforts to curb cholera outbreak
Stories & Blogs WHO-Africa (News )A total of 50 suspected cases with six confirmed cases were reported among refugees, returnees and the host community as of 28 October 2024.
African health ministers, delegates adopt declaration on climate change and health
Stories & Blogs WHO-Africa (News )Health ministers and delegates from 20 African countries today adopted a landmark declaration to enhance climate resilience within health systems and address the profound health impacts of climate change on the continent.
Connecting Change, Storytelling, and Data to Drive Impactful Results : Innovative Strategies for Measuring Impact: Insights from 14 African Country Offices - Part 2.
Stories & Blogs UNDP – Africa (Blog )By aligning compelling narratives with solid evidence and integrating feedback loops into the MEL system, countries can ensure their development initiatives remain both effective and responsive.