Friday, June 26, 2026

The United Nations

June 3, 2026

Sexual violence one of most defining features of Sudan’s war: UN

The United Nations says sexual violence is one of the “most defining features” of Sudan’s war, now in its fourth year.

Sudan war
May 20, 2026

UN worried about terrorist attacks on schools in Nigeria, pledges support

The United Nations says it is concerned about recurring terrorist attacks on schools in Nigeria.

Mass kidnapping of schoolchildren
May 6, 2026

UN urges Israel to ‘immediately’ release Gaza flotilla activists

The United Nations on Wednesday demanded Israel “immediately and unconditionally” release two activists taken from a Gaza-bound flotilla.

Saif Abukeshek and Thiago de Avila
February 25, 2026

138 million children trapped in child labour globally: United Nations 

Ms Muhammed also advocated genuine investment in education and skills development.

Amina Mohammed
June 25, 2025

UN urges Iran, Israel to ‘fully respect’ ceasefire

Before both sides confirmed that a ceasefire was in place early Tuesday, they exchanged fire.

António Guterres addressing UN assembly
October 9, 2024

Rwanda creating obstacles in talks to ease M23 conflict: Congo

Rwanda noted that Congo refused to sign a deal as part of peace talks mediated by Angola.

Rwanda (Credit: sputnik africa)
July 21, 2023

UN celebrates Mandela’s human rights legacy

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.

Nelson Mandela (Credit : Britannica)
July 7, 2023

Kenya banks on millet production to boost food security

Kenya is to hasten the transformation of millet value chains as part of ongoing efforts to boost food and nutrition security in the drylands.

MILLET PRODUCTION (photo credit : Agri Farming)
April 29, 2023

UN condemns “inexcusable” deadly airstrikes in Ukraine

More than 20 people were killed in the small central city of Uman alone, when their apartment building collapsed after it was hit.

Ukrainian village
March 10, 2023

UN condemns killing of over 30 Nigerians by terrorists in Borno

More than 30 Nigerians were on Wednesday ambushed and killed in a village in Borno State, with several people injured and others still missing.

António Guterres