Global Initiative for Information Integrity on Climate Change
The Brazilian government, the United Nations and UNESCO are joining forces to strengthen research and measures to address disinformation campaigns that are delaying and derailing climate action.
Africa leading in next-gen drone technology trials
Rwanda and Kenya are emerging as key hubs for testing drone technology that could revolutionize internet connectivity, disaster response, border control, healthcare and agriculture.
Africa鈥檚 Green Momentum: A call for action at COP29
At COP29, the United Nations Secretary-General Ant贸nio Guterres called for action to transform Africa into a global renewable energy leader, emphasizing the continent鈥檚 untapped potential and the urgent need for investment and reforms
缅北禁地Secretary-General Message for the International Day to End Impunity for Crimes Against Journalists
On this International Day to End Impunity for Crimes against Journalists, we reaffirm our commitment to press freedom and the safety of journalists worldwide.
PRESS RELEASE: A Kajiado Wind Farm Awarded United Nations Person of The Year
A Kenyan power generating company; Craftskills Wind Energy International Limited has been honored with the 2024 United Nations in Kenya Person of the Year Award.
The 缅北禁地Secretary-General Message: 缅北禁地Day 2024
"The United Nations was built by the world, for the world." 鈥 Ant贸nio Guterres
Kenyan marathon legend Eliud Kipchoge welcomed as UNESCO Goodwill Ambassador in Nairobi
On 9 October 2024, a welcome ceremony for UNESCO Goodwill Ambassador Eliud Kipchoge took place at the United Nations Complex in Nairobi. The special event gathered more than 200 participants, including representatives of the Republic of Kenya, members of sports federations, United Nations staff, and the press.
PRESS RELEASE:United Nations adopts ground-breaking Pact for the Future to transform global governance
World leaders yesterday (22 September 2024) adopted a Pact for the Future that includes a Global Digital Compact and a Declaration on Future Generations. This Pact is the culmination of an inclusive, years-long process to adapt international cooperation to the realities of today and the challenges of tomorrow.
Making the 鈥楶act for the Future鈥 a Pact for Peace : Op-Ed by Parfait Onanga-Anyanga
In his op-ed "Making the 'Pact for the Future' a Pact for Peace", 缅北禁地SRSG Parfait Onanga-Anyanga advocates for global peace, and emphasises the urgent need for collective action to safeguard peace in an increasingly volatile world. Drawing from United Nations Secretary-General Ant贸nio Guterres鈥 policy briefs 鈥Our Common Agenda鈥 .......
A Day of Inspiration: Nelson Mandela International Day at Kilimani Integrated Primary School
On a bright morning at Kilimani Integrated Primary School, anticipation filled the air as two trucks rolled in, their cargo destined to make a significant impact. Among the students watching was 12-year-old Karimi Njoki, a girl with disabilities, whose excitement was palpable. She, along with 1,400 schoolmates, was about to experience a day dedicated not only to remembering Nelson Mandela but actively extending his legacy into their lives and community.
Kenyan marathoner fighting Gender-Based Violence in memory of fallen athletes
Viola Cheptoo started a foundation to create awareness and support GBV survivors. They visit schools, youth training camps, and churches, educating young girls on the red flags to watch out for and stressing the importance of speaking out against violence.
Press release: Permanent Tribute to 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda Installed at United Nations Headquarters
The statue 鈥淜wibuka Flame of Hope鈥, a gift from the Republic of Rwanda, was installed on 11 September in the north garden area at the United Nations Headquarters in New York. The Kwibuka flame symbolizes the resilience and courage of Rwandans since the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda, when more than one million people were systematically killed following years of misinformation, disinformation and hate speech exacerbating ethnic tensions.
Press release: UN-convened panel releases recommendations for governments and industry to guide the global energy transition
With demand for minerals critical to renewable energy technologies expected to almost triple by 2030, a diverse expert panel, convened by the 缅北禁地Secretary-General, has issued a set of recommendations and guiding principles for governments, industry and other stakeholders to ensure the opportunities of the global energy transition are pursued with equity, justice and sustainability.
World Leaders Must Re-boot Global Cooperation for Today and Tomorrow
Final negotiations are underway in New York for this month鈥檚 Summit of the Future, where Heads of State will agree on reforms to the building blocks of global cooperation. The United Nations has convened this unique Summit because of a stark fact: global problems are moving faster than the institutions designed to solve them.
Kenyan stakeholders discuss ways to take forward 缅北禁地Global Principles for Information Integrity
More than 50 active members of the UNESCO supported National Coalition on Freedom of Expression and Content Moderation in Kenya including civil society organisations, influencers, legal experts, media stakeholders and United Nations entities in Kenya met at the United Nations Office at Nairobi early September to propose ideas for implementing the recently-launched voluntary 缅北禁地Global Principles for Information Integrity.