UNITY – Nyaluda Tut was detained for 15 days after being accused of theft and says she was tortured while in custody. The 26-year-old feels that her life has been saved after her case was dismissed by a mobile court held in Leer, southern Unity State. “Access to justice is vital for vulnerable people,” shares Nyaluda. “I encourage other women to report their cases and seek legal aid because too many suffer in silence and fear.” She is one of…
UPPER NILE - A year ago, Nasir was the scene of horrific violence when clashes erupted between armed forces and youth militia, causing significant loss of life and widespread displacement of local communities. The resilient former residents are now gradually returning to rebuild their lives, eager to restore their sense of community wellbeing and work together for a peaceful future. “Some people were scared to return when conflict arose in this…
WESTERN BAHR EL GHAZAL – “You’re big brother!” It seems like everyone knows Radio Miraya presenter Sebit Manash and his fellow correspondents. Expanding their already substantial listenership, the rollout of the ‘Miraya on the Road’ initiative allows the team to directly interact with communities right across the country. “We are so excited to be here with you and see all your faces without a phone line between us,” exclaims Taban Geoffrey, the…
JONGLEI – Jonglei is renowned for its great beauty as one of the world’s largest tropical wetlands and most expansive savannah grasslands. However, this vast landscape also hosts the deep, dark secret of a growing number of unmarked graves which are silent testaments to the deep scars left by armed conflict. Losing a loved one is devastating enough. But for Deborah Ajok, the grief of her mother’s death is intensified by the unresolved trauma of…
On 21 April, the SRSG for Central Asia and Head of UNRCCA, Kaha Imnadze, participated in the first meeting of the Central Asia Women Leaders’ Caucus (CAWLC) convened under the Chairpersonship of the Republic of Uzbekistan in 2026. Held online and moderated by the Chairperson of the Senate of the Oliy Majlis of the Republic of Uzbekistan, Ms. Tanzila Narbaeva, the meeting brought together members of the Caucus from all Central Asian states. It…
The Special Representative of the Secretary-General and Head of the United Nations Office for West Africa and the Sahel (UNOWAS), Leonardo Santos Simão, concluded a working visit to Togo on Saturday, 18 April 2026, as part of UNOWAS’ continued engagement to support countries in the subregion in their efforts to consolidate peace and security. During his visit, the Special Representative was received in audience by His Excellency Faure Essozimna…
Mogadishu - The United Nations Support Office in Somalia (UNSOS) and the Department of Operational Support (DOS) have concluded a three-day workshop in Mogadishu at which they engaged with partners on best practices and…
From Gaza, Ukraine and Sudan to Colombia and Mozambique, the UN’s Department of Political and Peacebuilding Affairs’ funding appeal showcases how donor contributions have enabled it to remain responsive during extremely…
Juba - The United Nations in South Sudan acknowledges the assurance given today by the Minister of Humanitarian Affairs that the imposition of taxes on trucks carrying fuel and other supplies does not apply to UN humanitarian…
Reproduced from UNDPPA Politically Speaking (Writer for "We The Peoples") Last year, the United Nations marked the 75th anniversary of what is considered the first special political mission, which was established in 1948 to…
Madam President, Distinguished Members of the Council, Excellencies, Ladies and Gentlemen, One year ago, almost to the day, I briefed this Council for the first time as Special Representative of the Secretary-General for…
At the biannual UN Security Council session on Kosovo today, the Special Representative of the Secretary-General (SRSG) Caroline Ziadeh highlighted the importance of resolving long-standing issues between Belgrade and…
Mogadishu – The Special Representative of the UN Secretary-General for Somalia, Catriona Laing, is completing her assignment in May. “I have full confidence that Somalia will succeed and that the African Union and United…
“We often remember women when they are no longer here, but this exhibition does the opposite,” said Eliza Hoxha, the curator of the “Capturing Women Leadership” exhibition as it opened in the shadow of two recent femicides.…
“We often remember women when they are no longer here, but this exhibition does the opposite,” said Eliza Hoxha, the curator of the “Capturing Women Leadership” exhibition as it opened in the shadow of two recent femicides.…
Mogadishu - The United Nations in Somalia recently hosted a career fair attended by more than 200 Somali students and members of the civil society. Organised by the Human Resources Working Group (HRWQ), the career fair aimed…
A brief roundup of United Nations-related political and peacebuilding events and developments globally. "It is high time to end the bloody cycle of retaliation" in the Middle East, Guterres tells Council On 18 April…
Under-Secretary-General Rosemary A. DiCarlo's Remarks to the Security Council on Sudan New York, 19 April 2024 Madam President, Thank you for the opportunity to address the Council. It is crucial to keep the spotlight on the…