Bogotá, 6 March 2026. The Government of Japan announced a contribution of USD 4.5 million to support mine action efforts in Colombia through the United Nations Mine Action Service (UNMAS). This support will help strengthen the country’s institutional and operational capacities to address contamination from anti-personnel mines and other explosive devices in areas most affected by the armed conflict. The cooperation was formalized during a note…
New York / Brussels, 23 April 2026 – The United Nations Mine Action Service (UNMAS) in Sudan has received new funding from the European Commission’s Service for Foreign Policy Instruments (FPI) to support mine action activities aimed at improving civilian safety, humanitarian access, and early recovery in conflict-affected areas of Sudan. The €3 million contribution will support the implementation of the 18-month project “Rebuilding Sudan: Mine…
Today, Special Representative of the Secretary General, Hanna Tetteh, briefed the UN Security Council on the latest developments in Libya from Tripoli.
22 April 2026 – As part of his continuing regional engagements, the UN Special Envoy for Yemen, Hans Grundberg, concluded today a visit to Muscat, where he met with senior Omani officials to discuss the way forward for Yemen’s peace process amid evolving regional dynamics. The Special Envoy highlighted Oman’s crucial role in supporting dialogue and underscored the importance of regional support for the UN mediation process. The Special Envoy also…
TRIPOLI – For their third session: members of the Structured Dialogue’s Governance Track met for four days during April 13-16 to develop recommendations on unifying and strengthening the governance framework in Libya and identifying a path to inclusive elections. Members discussed ways to strengthen the constitutional and executive governance to overcome the current political bottleneck as well as local governance. Deputy Special Representative…
UNITY – Nyaluda Tut was detained for 15 days after being accused of theft and says she was tortured while in custody. The 26-year-old feels that her life has been saved after her case was dismissed by a mobile court held in Leer, southern Unity State. “Access to justice is vital for vulnerable people,” shares Nyaluda. “I encourage other women to report their cases and seek legal aid because too many suffer in silence and fear.” She is one of…
UPPER NILE - A year ago, Nasir was the scene of horrific violence when clashes erupted between armed forces and youth militia, causing significant loss of life and widespread displacement of local communities. The resilient former residents are now gradually returning to rebuild their lives, eager to restore their sense of community wellbeing and work together for a peaceful future. “Some people were scared to return when conflict arose in this…
The conflict plaguing parts of South Sudan is continuing to cause unimaginable suffering, with the latest statistics showing that at least 65 percent of women and girls in the country experience physical, sexual or gender…
From 1 to 2 December, SRSG Parfait Onanga-Anyanga attended the 11 th Annual High-Level Seminar on Peace and Security in Africa held in Oran, Algeria. The meeting, convened annually by the AU Peace and Security Council (AUPSC)…
Ending AIDS as a public health threat by 2030 is achievable. But reaching this goal requires breaking down the barriers keeping people from vital services. Every 25 seconds, someone in the world is infected with HIV. One…
Children | UNICEF emphasizes children’s rights as an investment in Somalia's future on World Children’s Day On 20 November, UNICEF joined the Government of Somalia and other partners to mark World Children’s Day. The theme…
Ending AIDS as a public health threat by 2030 is achievable. But reaching this goal requires breaking down the barriers keeping people from vital services. Every 25 seconds, someone in the world is infected with HIV. One…
Kampala – For a person with a disability in Somalia, going about daily life is no walk in the park. Two young Somali men can attest to that – Abdirahman Mohamud Kulane and Abdulkadir Mohamed Abdullahi. The pair are two of…
A brief roundup of United Nations-related political and peacebuilding events and developments globally. The horror in Gaza grinds on, Deputy Special Coordinator Hadi tells Council On 25 November, Muhannad Hadi, Deputy Special…
Dakar, 28 November 2024 - The Special Representative of the Secretary-General and Head of the United Nations Office for West Africa and the Sahel (UNOWAS), Leonardo Santos Simão, welcomes the signing yesterday in Accra…
From 25 to 29 November, UNOAU participated in the 58 th Meeting of the United Nations Standing Advisory Committee on Security Questions in Central Africa (UNSAC), held in Bangui, Central African Republic (CAR), at the…
Mogadishu - The United Nations Support Office in Somalia (UNSOS) has supported the Somali National Armed Forces (SNAF) with 200 ten-person tents as part of the mandated non-lethal logistical support package funded through the…
More than 180 residents from five Kajo Keji communities, including leaders, women, youth, and elders, recently united to promote peace initiatives for a better future. Photo by Elizabeth Mpimbaza/UNMISS. CENTRAL EQUATORIA –…