Stories and Blogs

Malawi: Safe spaces nurture drought-affected women and girls.

Stories & Blogs OCHAApr 28, 2025(News )

"I am happy I was able to return to school after giving birth," said Thokozani, 20, from Balaka district, southern Malawi.

How cleaner production bolsters economic resilience in developing countries

Stories & Blogs UNCTADApr 22, 2025(News )

From protecting the environment to empowering bottom-up innovation and improving livelihoods, efforts are underway to connect the dots and accelerate progress towards prosperity for all.

How critical energy transition minerals can pave the way for shared prosperity

Stories & Blogs UNCTADNov 12, 2024(News )

Developing countries rich in critical minerals have a unique opportunity to benefit from two significant trends that can drive their sustainable development: the energy transition and the digital economy.

Artificial intelligence: rooting out bias and stereotypes

Stories & Blogs UNOct 08, 2024(News )

As online tools using various forms of artificial intelligence become increasingly common, calls are growing for more action to ensure that they do not create or perpetuate stereotypes and gender bias.

WHO approves first mpox diagnostic test for emergency use

Stories & Blogs UNOct 04, 2024(News )

The World Health Organization (WHO) approves the first mpox diagnostic test for emergency use, which will boost diagnostic capacity in countries facing outbreaks of the disease.

Breaking barriers: How non-tariff measures impact women in e-commerce

Stories & Blogs UNCTADAug 05, 2024(News )

A UN Trade and Development report highlights why targeted support and gender-sensitive policies are key to helping women entrepreneurs thrive in the global digital economy.

The Gambia: UN salutes ‘monumental achievement’ as lawmakers uphold FGM ban

Stories & Blogs UNJul 15, 2024(Story )

Five senior UN officials have welcomed the decision by The Gambia to uphold its ban on Female Genital Mutilation (FGM), calling it a critical win for women’s and girls’ rights.