Breaking the cycle of crisis: Women leading Peacebuilding and conflict resolution
Stories & Blogs UNDPApr 04, 2025(Blog )A group of women, dressed in vibrant attire, joyfully claps and sings outdoors. The stories of women in the Gulf of Guinea exemplify the importance of intentionally involving women in unlocking peace dividends that can strengthen societal resilience.
Time to dismantle legacies of slavery and colonialism impacting African diaspora
Stories & Blogs United NationsNov 08, 2024(Story )Despite progress over the past 10 years to promote and protect the human rights of Black people worldwide, racism and discrimination persist, the President of the UN General Assembly President said on Friday.
Launch of the new phase of the Regional Stabilization Facility for the Lake Chad Basin
Stories & Blogs UNDPAug 30, 2024(Press Release )The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), the Lake Chad Basin Commission (LCBC), along with national and international partners, are pleased to announce the launch of a new phase for the Regional Stabilization Facility (RSF) in the Lake Chad Basin[
Unregulated Autonomous Weapons Systems pose risk to Africa
Stories & Blogs Africa RenewalMay 17, 2024(Article )Ambassador Lansana Gberie of Sierra Leone warns of a new arms race that could divert important resources away from peacebuilding and sustainable development
Challenges to democracy compound instability in West Africa: Top envoy
Stories & Blogs Africa RenewalJan 11, 2024(Story )West Africa has seen shifting political sands throw up contrasting challenges over the past six months, revealing a stark contrast in the region’s journey towards democracy, the UN envoy for the region said on Thursday.
Pan-African Parliament President calls for peace and unity
Stories & Blogs Africa RenewalJan 11, 2024(Story )“We want the Pan-African Parliament to be a parliament of the people” Fortune Charumbira, President of the Pan-African Parliament