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UN underlines support for Africa’s fight against terrorism

UN underlines support for Africa’s fight against terrorism

Leaders from across the continent joined ambassadors in examining how to counter terrorism and better prevent violent extremism through stronger cooperation between the UN...
UNICEF sounds alarm over fast-spreading cholera outbreaks in Africa

UNICEF sounds alarm over fast-spreading cholera outbreaks in Africa

“The cholera outbreak in eastern and southern Africa isn’t just an outbreak; it’s an emergency for children,” the agency said. Calling for $171 million in...
DPR Korea: Truth, justice needed amid ‘tragic’ legacy of enforced disappearances

DPR Korea: Truth, justice needed amid ‘tragic’ legacy of enforced disappearances

A new report by the UN human rights office (OHCHR) details enforced disappearances and abductions dating back to 1950. Heart-breaking testimony from some 80 victims...
Libya: Crimes against humanity committed since 2016 – rights probe

Libya: Crimes against humanity committed since 2016 – rights probe

In the case of State security forces, human rights violations were committed to quash dissent and exploit vulnerable migrants, with no justice in sight,...
First Person: The Indonesian power ranger

First Person: The Indonesian power ranger

Known by her nickname, Ega was one of 15 women selected to participate in the UN Development Programme-supported Perempuan Inspiratif Mitra Polhut (Inspiring Women...
Fight slavery’s 'legacy of racism' through education: Guterres

Fight slavery’s ‘legacy of racism’ through education: Guterres

He said the history of slavery is one of suffering and barbarity that shows humanity at its worst.  “But it is also a history of...