In Focus
Peace and Security
This beat covers conflict resolution, peacekeeping, and peacebuilding activities; women’s involvement in peace and security; and efforts by individuals and governments to finally ‘Silence the Guns’ in Africa.
25 years on: Why peace needs women at the table
As conflicts surge and peacebuilding funds shrink, advocates warn that ignoring women’s role in peace processes risks making wars longer and peace more fragile.
80 years on, what has the UN done for the world?
The UN’s 80th anniversary highlights its role in shaping peace, security, development, and human rights since 1945. Expert Natalie Samarasinghe reflects on its achievements, from peacekeeping and eradicating smallpox to advancing women’s rights and driving the MDGs and SDGs.
A Poet’s Peace
Peace & Security
Nigerian artist becomes UN’s first Global Advocate for Peace.
Editor Picks
UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon and World Bank Group President Jim Yong Kim Conclude Historic Mission to Africa’s Great Lakes Region, Pledge Commitment to Implement Peace, Security and Economic Development
Africa Renewal goes behind the scenes at United Nations Headquarters during the 67th UN General Assembly
