Turkish Cooperation and Coordination Agency (TİKA) provided mobile coffee stands and supplies to 40 young people in Sierra Leone who have overcome addiction, helping them reintegrate into the workforce. In cooperation with the Sierra Leone High Islamic Council and the Ministry of Social Welfare, TİKA supplied mobile coffee stands and essential consumables. This initiative aims to support local governments in their fight against substance abuse while facilitating the economic reintegration […]

 Statement by UNFPA Executive Director Dr. Natalia Kanem on the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women. When conflict and disaster force women and girls to flee their communities and homes, they face grave danger. Displacement takes a devastating toll on their well-being and leaves them exposed to violence and abuse. As livelihoods and safety nets vanish in emergencies, rates of gender-based violence can skyrocket. Shattered protection systems […]

 Turkish Cooperation and Coordination Agency (TİKA) has renovated the metalworking workshop at Pionier Boys’ School, a boarding institution that offers vocational training to children from disadvantaged families in Namibia. Essential tools, equipment and metalworking machines were supplied to the workshop. The delivery ceremony for the project was held in the capital, Windhoek with the attendance of approximately 200 people, including Türkiye’s  Ambassador to Windhoek, Feral Çekerek Oruçkaptan; Khomas Administrative Region […]

 Mr. Yusuf Saiq, Head of Organizational Affairs of the PFDJ, conducted a seminar for participants of the 13th annual festival of the Eritrean community in Qatar. During the seminar held in Doha on 23 November, Mr. Yusuf Saiq provided an extensive briefing on the current situation in the homeland and the implementation of national programs aimed at ensuring social justice. He also discussed regional developments and their implications. Mr. Yusuf […]

 In 2024, Burundi’s youth are a powerful force for transformation, making up nearly 60% of the population. This young generation holds immense potential to shape the nation’s future through education, entrepreneurship, health initiatives and civic leadership. Yet, unlocking this potential requires overcoming persistent challenges, such as gender inequality, unemployment, and limited access to resources. Recognizing the vital role young people play in building a more equitable society, UN Women and […]

 During a youth dialogue, a special event at the AEC 2024, experts explored how technological innovation could promote economic stability and growth in Africa. Moderating the discussion, Adetola Akinola said the objective of the session was to examine how technological innovation, particularly at universities, could drive sustainable development in African economies. The aim would be to balance economic growth, environmental sustainability, and social inclusion, while utilising Africa's most valuable asset, the […]

 UNSMIL welcomes the High National Elections Commission (HNEC) announcement of the preliminary results for the 58 Municipalities, which showed a significant turnout of over 77% of registered voters for municipal council elections. UNSMIL congratulates the people of Libya and all stakeholders, including the media, and observers for their participation and positive contribution to a peaceful and transparent electoral process.  The Mission also congratulates HNEC for the holding of municipal council […]

 Seychelles President Wavel Ramkalawan, accompanied by First Lady Linda Ramkalawan, participated in a grand celebration yesterday commemorating the centenary of King Prempeh I’s return to the Ashanti Kingdom after his 24-year exile in Seychelles. Ahead of the event, President Ramkalawan and his delegation visited the Manhyia Palace Museum, a repository of Ashanti heritage, where they explored the rich history and culture of the kingdom. The highlight of the commemorations was […]

 On the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, 25th November 2024, UN Women and the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) will launch the Femicides in 2023: Global Estimates of Female Intimate Partner/Family Member Homicides report with latest data on femicides, the intentional killing of women. Globally, a woman was killed every 10 minutes in 2023. A Media Café will be held on 25th November at 9.30am EAT […]