TRIPOLI—More than 300 Libyan children gathered with their parents at the Scouts Theatre Saturday in Tripoli to mark the International Day for Mine Awareness and Assistance in Mine Action under the theme “Invest in Peace, Invest in Mine Action.” The event was organized jointly by the Mine Action Programme, a section of the United Nations Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL), the Libyan Mine Action Centre, the Libyan Scout Movement, the Libya Peace…
JUBA - “Every time we succeed, we are not just removing explosive ordinances. We are also planting possibilities.” This compelling call to action from Nyoka Loice Scopas, representing the Women in Mine Action Network, reflects the critical importance of the United Nations Mine Action Service’s work in South Sudan, where civil war has left a legacy of landmines and other unexploded ordnances, which continue to kill indiscriminately. “It is deeply…
In March, MONUSCO marked a transition with the appointment of James Swan as its new head, while the mission continued its stabilization efforts. In Ituri, Operation "Nyundo II" successfully secured the release of fourteen hostages, alongside community-led repairs on the Fataki-Lodha road. Regarding security and human rights, the Acting Head of Mission denounced the tragic killing of a UN staff member, while UNJHRO highlighted the urgent need to…
Consultations have been launched to shape the next phase of the EU-funded Support Facility to the Technical Committees, bringing together the United Nations Good Offices Mission, UNDP, and the European Commission, alongside the Greek Cypriot and Turkish Cypriot coordinators and Co-Chairs of the 13 Technical Committees. This process comes at a key moment, as Phase II of the Support Facility approaches its conclusion in late 2026. This funding is…
BOR – “Every time I visited the prison, I encountered female inmates who wanted to feel useful but didn’t know how. So, I decided to do something to help.” After 30 years working as a prison officer in her home country Gambia, Fatou Njie joined the United Nations Mission in South Sudan with a personal mission in mind: leaving a lasting legacy. “For me, being a prison officer was always my dream. I knew I wanted to leave a memorable footprint in…
When Home Is No Longer Safe: A Family’s Return in Sudan In many parts of Sudan, families returning home after conflict face a hidden danger: explosive hazards. During fighting, explosive items can fall into residential areas without detonating. Long after the violence stops, these items remain a serious threat to civilians. For families trying to rebuild their lives, these hidden hazards can turn homes, parks, and neighborhoods into dangerous…
As we enter April, we commemorate the International Day for Mine Awareness and Assistance in Mine Action (IMAD). Since its inception in 1997, UNMAS has responded to conflicts across the world, working to mitigate the impact of explosive ordnance on communities. Since establishing a programme in the OPT in 2009, UNMAS has worked with partners and local communities to minimize explosive risks and support peace. Throughout this period UNMAS has…
Durant le mois d’avril 2016, le BCNUDH a documenté 366 violations des droits de l’homme sur le territoire de la RDC, ce qui représente une baisse par rapport au mois de mars 2016 au cours duquel 410 violations avaient été…
On 11 May, UNAMID`s Civil Affairs Section, Sector West conducted a one day Community Dialogue and Consultation Forum in Sisi IDP camp, Mournei, West Darfur to discuss efforts to mitigate conflicts between farmers and…
In light of resolutions A/ RES/70/262 and S / RES / 2282 (2016) on the review of the Peacebuilding architecture, PBC urges Member States to make good use of resources to ensure the continuity of ECOMIB, in order to help…
SECRETARY KERRY: Well, good afternoon, everybody, and let me begin by thanking the Government of Austria again. They have very generously facilitated this latest meeting of the International Syria Support Group and they’ve…
Statement by Zahir Tanin, Special Representative of the Secretary-General and Head of UNMIK New York 16 May 2016 Mr.President, Excellencies, The Secretary-General’s report before you details essential events in Kosovo and the…
Muna Hassan Mohamed, is a youth leader representing the new face of Somali youth who have become part and parcel of mainstream conversations about rebuilding their country. At 28 years of age, Muna is the Chairperson of the…
Khadar Ibrahim Keyow started singing at the tender age of 13 and became a household name in Somalia over the ensuing six years. His passion for music started in his childhood. Now 19, Khadar says he derived his inspiration…
KABUL - With the movement of migrants and refugees continuing to dominate global headlines, a new edition of the Population Movement Bulletin issued by the UN in Afghanistan, provides updated information including the…
On 12 May, UNAMID`s Communication and Public Information Section (CPIS) organized a two-day workshop on creation of income generating projects for 50 women in Golo (B) village, approximately twenty kilometers, west of El…
Somalia marked its National Youth Day on Sunday with renewed calls to youth to reject extremism. In Baidoa, the Interim South West Administration (ISWA) President Sharif Hassan Sheikh Adan cautioned youths against religious…
The United Nations, the African Union Mission in Somalia, the Inter-Governmental Authority on Development, the European Union, the United Kingdom, Ethiopia, the United States of America, Sweden and Italy express their deep…