New York / Brussels, 23 April 2026 – The United Nations Mine Action Service (UNMAS) in Sudan has received new funding from the European Commission’s Service for Foreign Policy Instruments (FPI) to support mine action activities aimed at improving civilian safety, humanitarian access, and early recovery in conflict-affected areas of Sudan. The €3 million contribution will support the implementation of the 18-month project “Rebuilding Sudan: Mine…
Today, Special Representative of the Secretary General, Hanna Tetteh, briefed the UN Security Council on the latest developments in Libya from Tripoli.
22 April 2026 – As part of his continuing regional engagements, the UN Special Envoy for Yemen, Hans Grundberg, concluded today a visit to Muscat, where he met with senior Omani officials to discuss the way forward for Yemen’s peace process amid evolving regional dynamics. The Special Envoy highlighted Oman’s crucial role in supporting dialogue and underscored the importance of regional support for the UN mediation process. The Special Envoy also…
TRIPOLI – For their third session: members of the Structured Dialogue’s Governance Track met for four days during April 13-16 to develop recommendations on unifying and strengthening the governance framework in Libya and identifying a path to inclusive elections. Members discussed ways to strengthen the constitutional and executive governance to overcome the current political bottleneck as well as local governance. Deputy Special Representative…
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…
Farmers raising livestock in the Upper Nile region have been provided with much-needed veterinary aid and training by a team from the Indian Battalion serving with the United Nations Mission in South Sudan. The Indian…
The Special Representative of the Secretary-General and Head of UNMIK, Zahir Tanin, hosted today the new Commander of KFOR, MG Salvatore Cuoci, for a meeting at UNMIK Headquarters. In welcoming BG Cuoci to Kosovo, SRSG Tanin…
The Special Representative of the Secretary-General and Head of UNMIK, Zahir Tanin, hosted today the new Commander of KFOR, MG Salvatore Cuoci, for a meeting at UNMIK Headquarters. In welcoming BG Cuoci to Kosovo, SRSG Tanin…
On 17 November 2017, UNMIL supported the Ministry of Justice and the Liberia Law Enforcement Association to convene a dialogue on the role of security sector institutions in promoting a peaceful, democratic and transparent…
NICOSIA, 23 November 2017 - UNFICYP’s #Respect Campaign is well underway, kicking off with a Town Hall on Monday 20 November and then a series of talks on Wednesday 22 November at UNFICYP HQ. On Monday, after remarks at the…
NICOSIA, 23 November 2017 - UNFICYP’s #Respect Campaign is well underway, kicking off with a Town Hall on Monday 20 November and then a series of talks on Wednesday 22 November at UNFICYP HQ. On Monday, after remarks at the…
Chinese Engineers begin repair work on main supply route in Kuajok A major project to repair the main supply route in the north-western region of South Sudan is now underway by Chinese engineers serving with the United…
South Sudanese women leaders urged to be peace advocates in their communities Women leaders from across the capital Juba are participating in a two-day forum to empower them as important actors in the peace process in their…
Bujumbura, 23 November 2017 – The United Nations Special Envoy for the Great Lakes region, Said Djinnit, and the Executive-Secretary of the International Conference on the Great Lakes Region (ICGLR), Zachary Muburi-Muita, met…
On 17 November 2017, UNMIL supported the Ministry of Justice and the Liberia Law Enforcement Association to convene a dialogue on the role of security sector institutions in promoting a peaceful, democratic and transparent…
A major project to repair the main supply route in the north-western region of South Sudan is now underway by Chinese engineers serving with the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS). The 214-kilmetre road is the…
Women leaders from across the capital Juba are participating in a two-day forum to empower them as important actors in the peace process in their workplaces, homes and communities. The forum, organised by the United Nations…