The United Nations says sexual violence is one of the “most defining features” of Sudan’s war, now in its fourth year.
The United Nations says it is concerned about recurring terrorist attacks on schools in Nigeria.
The United Nations on Wednesday demanded Israel “immediately and unconditionally” release two activists taken from a Gaza-bound flotilla.
Ms Muhammed also advocated genuine investment in education and skills development.
Before both sides confirmed that a ceasefire was in place early Tuesday, they exchanged fire.
Rwanda noted that Congo refused to sign a deal as part of peace talks mediated by Angola.
The United Nations on Thursday celebrated the life and legacy of the first black president of post-apartheid South Africa, Nelson Mandela, who died in 2013.
Kenya is to hasten the transformation of millet value chains as part of ongoing efforts to boost food and nutrition security in the drylands.
More than 20 people were killed in the small central city of Uman alone, when their apartment building collapsed after it was hit.
More than 30 Nigerians were on Wednesday ambushed and killed in a village in Borno State, with several people injured and others still missing.
