People of African descent continue to face immense challenges to meaningful participation in public affairs in many countries due to systemic racism, marginalisation and exclusion often rooted in the legacies... read more →
The UN Committee on the Elimination of Racial Discrimination (CERD) on Friday issued findings on Croatia, Italy, Namibia, Senegal, Turkmenistan and Uruguay after reviewing the six States parties in its latest session.... read more →
Today is the International Day for People of African Descent, an opportunity to celebrate the extraordinary contributions of the African diaspora around the world. UN secretary-general António Guterres says the... read more →
When it comes to understanding and fostering women’s economic empowerment, measuring the gender dimension of trade has emerged as an increasingly important endeavour. But for a long time, the lack... read more →
On the occasion of the International Day for People of African Descent, a group of UN experts issue the following Joint Statement: “The International Day for People of African Descent... read more →
World Health Organization Director-General, Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, is in Namibia on a 2-day official visit. The WHO chief commended Namibia on its reduction of the prevalence of conditions such... read more →
UN Secretary-General António Guterres is closely following developments in Zimbabwe’s elections, his spokesperson said on Sunday. Citizens went to the polls on Wednesday but voting had to be extended into... read more →
More people in some of the world’s poorest communities will have access to quality health products such as top of the line mosquito nets, thanks to a new financial mechanism... read more →
The UN has confirmed that Secretary-General Antonio Guterres will participate in the BRICS Leaders’ Summit which is underway in Johannesburg. Representatives from over 40 countries are expected to attend the summit. The... read more →
A new report from the International Labour Organization has indicated that generative AI is unlikely to completely replace most jobs, but rather, it will automate specific tasks within those roles,... read more →