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In Focus
Caught in the crossfire: The human toll of conflict in eastern DRC
DRC
WFP calls for international intervention as displacement and hunger reach crisis levels.
On music, activism, and empowering Africa’s next generation
UNICEF
A conversation with Angélique Kidjo on the power of music, Africa’s future, and breaking boundaries.
Road Safety: Digital technology to help prevent accidents
Digitalization
Experts explore how data-driven approaches, advanced analytics, and emerging technologies can help save lives.
Financial, fiscal, and budgetary planning crucial for African cities
debt
To manage rapid urbanization effectively, African cities must enhance fiscal strategies and broaden revenue sources.
Editor Picks
Resolution 1325gender-based violence (GBV)
Our peace work should reflect that reality.
UN PeacekeepersUN Police
— "I am working hard to stop gender-based violence."
ZambiaRoad safetyWhere pedestrians and cyclists matter in road design
As the UN turns 75, we showcase the four African women leaders to address the Assembly.
International Labour Organization (ILO) Regional Director for Africa, Ms. Cynthia Samuel-Olonjuwon, on the Universal Ratification of the Convention on the Worst Forms of Child Labour.
— Mr. Tanguy Gahouma-Bekale, Chair, African Group of Negotiators on Climate Change
To mark 20 years of the UN Security Council Resolution 1325 on women, peace, and security, we are celebrating women in peacekeeping globally. (#WPSin2020)