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Residents of the Kanyaruchinya camp near Goma flee on Sunday - fighting has overwhelmed the capital of North Kivu province.
Peace and Security

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.
Grammy winner and UNICEF ambassador, Angélique Kidjo, shares insights on blending cultures, empowering women and youth, and her ongoing mission to bring Africa’s voice to the world.
Youth

Angélique Kidjo 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.
A car involved in an accident.
Economic Development

Road Safety: Digital technology to help prevent accidents

Digitalization Experts explore how data-driven approaches, advanced analytics, and emerging technologies can help save lives.
Nairobi City.
Economic Development

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

Samuel Jepi, National Forest Initiative, outside of the NFI camp near Kupiano, Papua New Guinea. May 23, 2019
Climate

Creating credible carbon market in Africa

Fresh source.
Economic Development

Streamlining Egypt’s food value chain through technology

Ernest Rwamucyo (Right), Ambassador and Permanent Representative of Rwanda to the United Nations
Human Rights

Lessons post the 1994 genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda: we must speak out against discrimination and prejudice

Epsy Barr - Chair, Forum on People of African Descent.
Economic Development

We must confront the legacy of slavery, tackle systemic racism

Heads of State and Government of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) in Abuja, Nigeria.

ECOWAS at 49: Successes in regional integration, despite emerging challenges

ECOWASInterview with Ambassador Abdel-Fatau Musah, ECOWAS Commissioner for Political Affairs, Peace and Security.
Wetlands

Empowering women and restoring wetlands go hand in hand

WetlandsEnvironmentalist and Women Changemaker in the World of Wetlands Cécile Ndjebet says women are crucial for sustainable environmental conservation.
Photo of UN Deputy Secretary-General Amina Mohammed addresses the opening of the High-level Political Forum 2024.

UN deputy chief demands bold policies, innovative solutions for SDGs

SDGThe international community must urgently summon the commitment and investments needed to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by the 2030 deadline, the UN Deputy Secretary-General stressed on Monday.
Philemon Yang of Cameroon, President-elect of the 79th session of the UN General Assembly.

Philemon Yang of Cameroon elected President of upcoming General Assembly session

CameroonThe UN General Assembly on Thursday elected by acclamation Philemon Yang, former Prime Minister of Cameroon, President for its seventy-ninth session which gets underway in September.
Two women.

AGOA: How access to US market changed the fortunes of two South African sisters

tradeTwo entrepreneurs take traditional African designs and sustainable materials and turn them into international success.
Banner

2024 SDG Report highlights stalled progress and growing inequities as 2030 deadline approaches

SDGUrgent call for stronger global cooperation to fulfil the 2030 promise.
Banner

Investing in youth to counter hate speech

Hate speechInternational Day for Countering Hate Speech is marked on 18 June annually to promote dialogue and tolerance.
A group of people.

Advocating for inclusive education for children with hearing disabilities in Malawi

MalawiHow one campaigner is championing the rights of children in Malawi.
A group of people.

Africa’s Economic Sovereignty: The time is now for African-Led Solutions

I had the privilege of attending multiple AfCFTA events, including the launch event in Dar Es Salam in 2022, and the business forum in Cape Town in May 2023. Two things stayed with me.
Two women

How ‘Generation Restoration’ can safeguard Africa’s land and livelihoods

desertificationOn World Environment Day, there are urgent calls for global cooperation and concerted action to address land degradation, combat desertification, and ensure a sustainable future.
An image of women.

How ‘Generation Restoration’ can safeguard Africa’s land and livelihoods

desertificationOn World Environment Day, there are urgent calls for global cooperation and concerted action to address land degradation, combat desertification, and ensure a sustainable future.
Secretary-General António Guterres (centre) attends the official opening of the fourth International Conference on Small Island Developing States (SIDS4).

New 10-Year Plan offers lifeline to small islands developing states

Small Island Developing StatesGlobal community commits to resilient economies and climate action at SIDS Conference.