From Copenhagen to Doha: Why the Second World Summit for Social Development Matters for Africa
Stories & Blogs UNDP-Africa (News )World leaders are gathering in Doha this week for the Second World Summit on Social Development (WSSD2), three decades after the first Summit in Copenhagen. For Africa, this gathering is not a commemorative moment, but a pivotal opportunity to rally partn
Investing in Resilience: Innovative Financing Models for Sustainable Development in the Sahel.
Stories & Blogs UNDP-Africa (News )On August 21st, 2025, the TICAD 9 Thematic Event titled the Special Edition, AFRI CONVERSE 2025 #3, convened under the theme “Investing in Resilience: Innovative Financing Models for Sustainable Development in the Sahel.”
Pioneering the Future: How UNDP's timbuktoo is Redefining Development Finance at FFD4
Stories & Blogs UNDP-Africa (Story )On the sidelines of the Fourth International Conference on Financing for Development (FFD4) in Seville, UNDP hosted a high-level side event titled “Building the Future of Engagement with the Private Sector.”
UNDP joins the African Union and Partners to launch the Continental Circular Economy Action Plan (CEAP) for Africa.
Stories & Blogs UNDP-Africa (News )The plan aims to support Africa’s shift toward a circular economy that promotes green growth, resource efficiency and inclusive development.
Hope in Every Dose : How Global Fund Support is Saving Lives from Malaria, TB, and HIV across Africa
Stories & Blogs UNDP-Africa (Story )“Now I understand it’s to keep him safe,” N’beta said, watching Seco become one of 250,000 children protected in 2024 with a simple but life-saving dose.
A stronger connection between Business and Human Rights is critical for Sustainable Economic Development in Africa.
Stories & Blogs UNDP-Africa (Story )The third African Business and Human Rights Forum (ABHRF), held from 8 to 10 October 2024, has released the Nairobi Declaration on Business and Human Rights: Voices from the African Business and Human Rights Forum.