UEFA and Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance, have joined forces to launch an innovative vaccine awareness campaign that harnesses the unifying power of football to build trust in immunisation across Africa. With the support of the Confederation of African Football (CAF) and its member associations, the initiative—called Goal Getters—will use youth football tournaments to teach children… [Read More]
FAO commits to new animal health and sustainability plans
The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) today announced a series of major initiatives to strengthen animal health and advance the sustainability of the livestock sector, following three days of global dialogue at its second Global Conference on Sustainable Livestock Transformation. The conference, held at FAO headquarters in Rome, brought together policymakers,… [Read More]
Fishery Committee for the Central and Eastern Atlantic (CECAF) holds 10th Scientific Sub-Committee to promote sustainable fisheries management
The Fishery Committee for the Eastern Central Atlantic (CECAF) today opened its 10th Scientific Sub-Committee (SSC) session in Mindelo, Cabo Verde, bringing together 40 participants from 22 CECAF member countries, regional organizations, and international experts. The gathering provides a platform to review and synthesize the latest information on the state of small pelagic and demersal… [Read More]
Strengthening National Capacity in Crop Monitoring Systems in Zimbabwe
Zimbabwe is taking a major step in modernizing its agricultural statistics through the integration of Earth Observation (EO) technologies. This week, the country is hosting a training workshop organized by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), bringing together national experts for hands-on sessions aimed at enhancing the capacity to generate timely,… [Read More]
Reviving Hope in Mwenezi: Women Farmers Rebuild Their Future Through the Nourish and Thrive Project
Women farmers in Zimbabwe are restoring their livelihoods through a partnership between France, the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), World Vision, and the Government of Zimbabwe, working to revive community gardens, improve nutrition, and strengthen resilience to climate shocks. For more than a decade, women in five villages in Mwenezi had… [Read More]
Third Call for Proposals Launched Under Black-led Philanthropic Endowment Fund
Diversity and inclusion have long been central to Canada’s prosperity. For decades, Black-led and Black-serving organizations across the country have advocated to dismantle systemic barriers to social and economic inclusion affecting Black communities. Today, the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Jobs and Families and Minister Responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario,… [Read More]
Canada Implements UN Sanctions Against Iran Over Nuclear Activities
Canada has announced the implementation of United Nations sanctions against Iran in response to its ongoing nuclear proliferation activities, which continue to pose a serious threat to regional and international security. Despite repeated international calls to limit its nuclear program to peaceful purposes and to fully cooperate with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), Iran… [Read More]
UK Re-Elected to ICAO Council; Assembly Rejects Russia’s Candidacy
The United Kingdom has been successfully re-elected to Part 1 of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) Council, a position it has held since the organisation’s inception. Membership on the ICAO Council provides the UK with a key platform to advance global aviation policy, ensuring the safety, security, and sustainability of international air travel, while… [Read More]
Government Launches Black History Month with Ethnic Minority Leaders to Advance Race Equality
As Black History Month begins, Minister for Equalities Seema Malhotra and Baroness Lawrence convened the first thematic roundtable of the Race Equality Engagement Group (REEG), highlighting the government’s commitment to collaborating with ethnic minority communities to drive meaningful change. The meeting brought together leaders from ethnic minority communities alongside representatives from the Department for Business… [Read More]
Minister McEntee Launches All-Island Schools’ History Competition
Minister for Education and Youth, Helen McEntee, has officially launched the 2025 All-Island Schools’ History Competition, inviting learners from both primary and post-primary levels, as well as other educational settings across Ireland and Northern Ireland, to participate. The competition encourages students to connect historical events with contemporary themes, highlight forgotten local histories and under-represented stories,… [Read More]
Billions Worldwide Lack Basic Water, Sanitation, Hygiene, and Electricity in Health Care Facilities, WHO/UNICEF Warns
A new report from WHO and UNICEF, titled “Essential Services for Quality Care: Water, Sanitation, Hygiene, Health Care Waste and Electricity Services in Health Care Facilities”, warns that billions of people globally rely on hospitals and clinics that lack basic services essential for safe and effective care. Launched at a high-level UN meeting on 24… [Read More]
UN Forum Urges Global Human Rights Movements to Unite Against Anti-Black Racism
The colour line persists in the 21st century, highlighting the urgent need to combat anti-Black racism globally, said Martin Kimani, Chairperson of the Permanent Forum on People of African Descent, during a presentation to the UN Human Rights Council in Geneva. Kimani emphasized that human rights and anti-racist movements must unite more than ever to… [Read More]
Haiti’s New UN-Backed Gang Suppression Force: Key Facts and What It Means
As gang violence in Haiti continues to escalate, the UN Security Council has authorized a new Gang Suppression Force (GSF) to restore security and protect civilians. The multinational force will operate alongside Haitian authorities with a 12-month mandate and a target strength of 5,550 personnel. The GSF’s primary objectives include intelligence-led operations to dismantle armed… [Read More]
UN and Civil Society Urge Action for Age-Inclusive Societies on International Day of Older Persons
Member States, UN officials, and civil society leaders convened at UN Headquarters on Wednesday to advocate for age-inclusive societies, emphasizing that older persons should no longer be marginalized. The event marked the International Day of Older Persons and called for policies that ensure dignity, security, and meaningful opportunities for older individuals. “Every older person has… [Read More]
IAEA Urges Restoration of Power at Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Plant Amid Ukraine Conflict
The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) is actively engaging with both parties in the Ukraine conflict to restore external power to the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant (ZNPP), Europe’s largest nuclear facility. The plant has been operating on emergency diesel generators since 23 September, after losing offsite power due to nearby military activity—the 10th such power… [Read More]
Philippines Earthquake: UN Pledges Support as Cebu Death Toll Rises to 72
A 6.9 magnitude earthquake struck northern Cebu, Philippines, on 30 September, killing at least 72 people and displacing more than 20,000 residents, officials and humanitarian agencies report. The tremor, with a shallow depth of approximately 10 kilometers, hit off the coast of Bogo City at 9:59 PM, sending residents fleeing into the streets. A brief… [Read More]
UN Rights Chief Warns of Imminent Civilian Atrocities in El Fasher, Sudan
The UN human rights chief, Volker Türk, has issued a stark warning over the escalating violence in El Fasher, North Darfur, where civilians face the imminent risk of large-scale atrocities amid intensifying clashes around the besieged regional capital. The city has been under siege by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) militia for more than 500… [Read More]
Rising Violence and Funding Cuts Threaten Millions Amid Haiti’s Deepening Hunger Crisis
Haiti is facing an escalating humanitarian crisis as gang violence in the capital, Port-au-Prince, continues to block aid access and drive families deeper into hunger, according to the UN World Food Programme (WFP). Funding shortfalls are compounding the crisis, forcing the WFP to slash food rations and suspend hot meals for newly displaced families. Armed… [Read More]
Sixth Year of Flooding Worsens Hunger Crisis in South Sudan, Millions at Risk
South Sudan is facing its sixth consecutive year of flooding, worsening one of the world’s most severe hunger crises, according to Save the Children. This year, an estimated 1.4 million people—about one-sixth of the population—are threatened by floods, with above-average rainfall forecast for October and November. Floods have destroyed farmland, homes, schools, and health facilities,… [Read More]
Somalia Becomes 52nd African Country to Ratify Child Rights Charter, Boosting Legal Protections
Somalia has become the 52nd African country to ratify the African Charter on the Rights and Welfare of the Child, marking a historic step toward strengthening legal protections for children across the country. The ratification obliges Somalia’s government to align national laws and policies with the charter, which was established 35 years ago, and to… [Read More]
WHO Donation Strengthens Sierra Leone’s Health System with Essential Equipment and Digital Tools
Health workers across Sierra Leone are now better equipped to detect, monitor, and respond to health threats thanks to a major donation from the World Health Organization (WHO). Supplies and equipment valued at USD 456,483.20 were handed over to the Ministry of Health (MoH) and the National Public Health Agency (NPHA), enhancing disease surveillance, antimicrobial… [Read More]
Ebola Response Efforts Show Early Success in Democratic Republic of the Congo
Response efforts to the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) are beginning to slow the virus’s spread, with cases over the past three weeks showing early signs of decline. While maintaining and strengthening control measures remains critical, authorities are cautiously optimistic. In the week ending 28 September 2025, seven cases—six confirmed… [Read More]
UNCDF and Global Flagship Initiative Partner to Unlock Innovative Financing for Africa’s Food Systems
The United Nations Capital Development Fund (UNCDF) and the Global Flagship Initiative for Food Security (GFIFS) have signed a Statement of Intent to collaborate on innovative financing solutions aimed at building equitable and sustainable food systems across Africa. The partnership will leverage public capital to mobilize private investment, breaking barriers to financing in high-risk regions… [Read More]
