Investing in rural economies can alleviate impact of high food prices on the world’s poorest people.
Stories & Blogs IFADJul 22, 2025(Press Release )With high food prices affecting people around the world, especially in low-income countries, Alvaro Lario, President of the UN’s International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD), highlighted the urgency of making strategic investments in agriculture
Advancing gender responsive land governance and women’s land tenure security.
Stories & Blogs ECAJul 21, 2025(Press Release )Land remains one of Africa’s most vital yet contested natural resources, central to food security, livelihoods, inclusive growth, and community resilience.
Rwanda to Restore Ecosystems and Boost Climate Resilience in the Nyungwe–Ruhango Corridor.
Stories & Blogs World BankJul 03, 2025(Press Release )Communities in Rwanda’s Southern Province are set to benefit from restored ecosystems, improved agricultural productivity, and expanded sustainable livelihood opportunities in areas vulnerable to climate-related shocks.
Green Climate Fund and UNEP boost climate adaptation with USD 120 million for new projects.
Stories & Blogs UNEPJul 02, 2025(Press Release )The Green Climate Fund (GCF) has approved over USD 120 million in new funding to strengthen climate resilience in Ghana, the Maldives, and Mauritania.
UN and Partners Join Forces to Advance a Transformative Financial Architecture for the Ocean.
Stories & Blogs UNEPJun 08, 2025(Press Release )A collective of United Nations agencies and global partners today launched the co-design process for One Ocean Finance.
UNDP joins African Circular Economy Alliance as strategic partner
Stories & Blogs UNDP – AfricaJun 04, 2025(Press Release )The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) has joined the African Circular Economy Alliance (ACEA) as a strategic partner, reinforcing its commitment to support inclusive and sustainable growth across the continent.
UN Chief Renews Call to Keep Climate Commitment During Exchange with World Leaders.
Stories & Blogs UNSDGApr 23, 2025(Announcement )“Since the adoption of the Paris Agreement, the projected global warming-curve has been bent down,” said Secretary-General António Guterres.
"Seizing a rare opportunity for green growth": UN Deputy Chief calls for leadership and collaboration.
Stories & Blogs UNSDGApr 21, 2025(Announcement )Deputy Secretary-General's remarks at the Opening of the 4th Partnering for Green Growth and the Global Goals (P4G) Summit.
WFP announces major surge in food aid into Sudan's hard-to-reach areas
Stories & Blogs WFPNov 22, 2024(Announcement )The UN World Food Programme (WFP) today announced a surge in its operations across Sudan, part of a scale-up effort to reach millions of people in the country’s most needy and isolated conflict areas.
“Refugees for Climate Action” network launched at COP29 to champion displaced communities fighting climate change
Stories & Blogs UNHCRNov 14, 2024(Press Release )UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, unveiled today the “Refugees for Climate Action” network, an initiative designed to amplify the voices of displaced communities in the global climate debate.