Why are over 670 million people going hungry?
Stories & Blogs UN (Story )More than eight per cent of the world population or around 673 million people are not getting enough to eat and going hungry, according to the UN.
Record rise in carbon dioxide levels during 2024: UN weather agency.
Stories & Blogs UN (Story )Atmospheric carbon dioxide levels rose by a record amount in 2024, reaching new highs and locking in further long-term warming and extreme weather, according to the World Meteorological Organization (WMO).
Improving fisheries trade and livelihoods across Southern Africa
Stories & Blogs UNIDO (Story )Across Southern Africa, fisheries are a vital source of food, jobs and economic growth. Yet, much of this blue industry potential remains untapped.
Ahead of UNGA, global experts investigate how inequalities are making the world more vulnerable to pandemics
Stories & Blogs UNAIDS (Story )In advance of the UN General Assembly High-Level Meetings, a group of experts met to review how inequality gaps within and between countries are impacting global health security.
Why do millions still live without electricity in Africa?
Stories & Blogs ECA (Story )Hundreds of millions of Africans still live without electricity, relying on kerosene, candles and firewood.