Changing the narrative: Using AI tools to tell the African story
Africa No Filter is about shifting entrenched narratives and challenging pervasive stereotypes about the continent
New UN report on rethinking Africa’s debt: Debunking myths and identifying sustainable solutions
The 2024 UN OSAA flagship report ‘Unpacking Africa's Debt: Towards a Lasting and Durable Solution’ addresses the urgent need to reform Africa’s debt structures and suggests how countries can get out of unsustainable debt.
Africa’s Green Momentum: A call for action at COP29
At COP29, the United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres called for action to transform Africa into a global renewable energy leader, emphasizing the continent’s untapped potential and the urgent need for investment and reforms
The Manor: A home for Africa's greatest stories
Celebrating authentic African narratives through visual artistry and digital innovation, empowering diverse voices across the continent
2024 SDG Report highlights stalled progress and growing inequities as 2030 deadline approaches
Urgent call for stronger global cooperation to fulfil the 2030 promise
New 10-Year Plan offers lifeline to small islands developing states
Global community commits to resilient economies and climate action at SIDS Conference
Guiding the Future: UN launches new panel on critical energy transition minerals
The initiative aims to make the global shift towards renewable energy equitable and sustainable
Claver Irakoze: Bridging Generations Through the Memory of the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda
The delicate balance of telling the next generation about a tragedy that shook the world, through the eyes of a survivor.
2024: A year of cautious hope for African economies facing worldwide challenges
The continent's economic growth is expected to inch up to 3.5 per cent
My reflections on future of human rights: Roger Kodzo Klomegah
Human rights leaders need real-world solutions
Racheal’s resolve: Championing disability rights in Uganda
She envisions a world where everything we do is inclusive of young people with disabilities
Courteney’s quest for e-Democracy
From Zimbabwe’s Tech to Global Recognition
Marking 75 years of Human Rights
African youth reshaping human rights on the continent
UN in Mali: We respect government’s decision for mission withdrawal
- El-Ghassim Wane, Head of UN Mission in Mali
Mozambique assumes presidency of UN Security Council, sets priorities
Climate, impact of conflict on women and children, and Security Council reform among March 2023 presidency priorities
‘Enslaved’ episode blends live action and historical research
British writer and broadcaster Afua Hirsch helping unearth more on slave trade
I went into the government with fight against female genital mutilation
—Says Morissanda Kouyaté, Guinea’s foreign minister and 2020 UN Mandela Prize winner
Amid global crises, Africa has opportunities for innovative development financing
Agnes Chimbiri-Molande, Permanent Representative of Malawi to the United Nations
“Extreme weather events will be the new normal if global warming increases at current speed”
— Rondrotiana Barimalala, climate change researcher and contributing author to IPCC Report, Climate Change 2021: The Physical Science Basis, on what it means for Africa.
Now is the time to sprint if we want to end hunger, achieve other SDGs
— Dr. Jemimah Njuki, the Custodian for Gender Equality and Women’s Empowerment for the UN Food Systems Summit 2021 and a Food Systems Champion.
We must tackle illicit weapons, ammunition in parts of Africa, globally
— Ambassador Martin Kimani, the Permanent Representative of Kenya to the UN and Chair of the Seventh Biennial Meeting of States.
‘The biggest challenge is ableism, not my disability’
Meet lawyer Haben Girma, 33, a fierce advocate for disability rights
Africa Day at HLPF: Post-COVID-19 green recovery needs clean energy, nature-based solutions and digitalization
Recovery will be challenging without increased supply of vaccines across the continent.
How Uber-style trucking business is changing long-haul transport in Africa
Registered trucks and drivers are connected online, matched with cargo transport demand.
Food Systems Champion Mike Khunga, Malawi
From the Civil Society Organization Nutrition Alliance (CSONA) Mr Khunga is leading work on youth engagement.
Food Systems Champion Lucy Muchoki, Kenya
The Executive Director, Pan-African Agribusiness and Agroindustry Consortium (PanAAC) has organized talks for South Africa in the SMEs region.
Food Systems Champion Divine Ntiokam, Cameroon
The Founder & Managing Director of the Climate Smart Agriculture Youth Network (CSAYN) set up a global Food Systems Summit Heroes Database and convened dialogues.
Meet Africa’s food champions
In advance of the 2021 UN Food Systems Summit this September, the Food Systems Champions are rallying global communities and promoting dialogues for innovative, practical and sustainable solutions.
‘Involve young officers in peacekeeping missions’
— Kossi Gavon, 24, is a lieutenant from Togo serving in the UN 国产AVkeeping Mission in Mali. (MINUSMA).
‘I like my work as a paratrooper’
- Phelisa Frida Miya, 28, a paratrooper/riflewoman from South Africa serving in the UN 国产AVkeeping Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (MONUSCO)
Black women photographers shine in?new global network
Kenyan-born US-based photographer launches global platform to market their talents.
Chad at the UN: Determined to have African voices heard in international forums
— Ambassador Ammo Aziza Baroud is the Permanent Representative of Chad to the UN in New York. She talks about her priorities and the importance of women’s empowerment.
‘Take responsibility for what you share on your phone’
— Daisy Masembe (Uganda)
‘If you wouldn’t drink dirty water, you shouldn’t share fake news’
— Julie Ako (Nigeria)
‘You have to be responsible online’
— Nkosi Kwanele (Zimbabwe)
‘Misinformation can be deadly’
— Kamva Namba (South Africa)
COVID-19: African countries scramble for vaccines
Rich countries hoard available and future vaccines, as poor countries wait.
Africa’s free trade area opens for business
Trading under the continental free trade agreement started on 1st Jan.
Elections in Africa go on amid COVID-19
Despite the pandemic, most countries stuck to their polling schedules in 2020.
VERIFIED: MultiChoice Group joins global effort against COVID-19 misinformation
Pan-African TV subscription platform engages young creatives to fight fake information
UN Woman Police Officer of the Year Award 2020 runner-up: Superintendent Rebecca Nnanga of Cameroon
— “Many thought policing was only for men. Not?so.”
African Union 'Sauti' blog: 'Healing: An Endless Maze'
Young female writer from Botswana raises awareness about challenges faced when?recovering from gender-based violence.
Africa must be at the heart of climate negotiations
— Mr. Tanguy Gahouma-Bekale, Chair, African Group of Negotiators on Climate Change
Four?African countries at the founding of the UN in San Francisco in?1945
At the time of the historic conference,?most African territories were still under colonial rule.
We must transform our food production and consumption patterns
— Ms. Agnes Kalibata, UN Special Envoy for the 2021 Food Systems Summit. (#FoodSystems)
Fighting the ‘domestic pandemic’: AU applauds Sauti blog entry on gender-based violence
Young female writer raises awareness on the tensions between upholding public image and surviving domestic violence.
African history told through fashionable printed?clothing
A mainstay of African fashion, the Ankara,?wax hollandais or Kitenge?fabric holds up a mirror to history.
“Jobs and food security are top priorities of young people in Africa”
— Aya Chebbi, African Union Youth Envoy
UN, news organizations and artists fight?against COVID-19 fake news
As COVID-19 spreads, so do fake news, conspiracy theories and doctored pictures and videos. Left unchecked, most of it is harmful and could lead to people ultimately losing their lives
“I will continue fighting FGM to protect women and girls”
— Dr. Morissanda Kouyaté, Mandela Prize Laureate 2020
As COVID-19 cases rise, African countries grapple with safely easing lockdowns
Re-opening economies, schools and borders is a tough balancing act
Radio lessons: In Africa schools are closed, but learning goes on
Countries use radio, TV and internet to keep students engaged
African countries ramp up coronavirus response to tackle fast spread
So far, more than half of African countries have reported cases
Black-eyed peas: A taste of Africa in the Americas
From akara to acarajé: Culinary traditions that bind Africa and its diaspora
African airlines navigate turbulent skies
Aviation expert on what airlines need to do to remain competitive
Small arms fueling deadly communal violence
Local communities in search of lasting peace
国产AV through jazz music
The trumpet is a ‘cool’ instrument to unite people
Young Africans create green businesses
The youth are the driving force for action on climate and the environment.
Taking action on climate change
World leaders attending the Climate Action Summit at the UN in New York in September 2019 to bring concrete, realistic plans to reduce greenhouse gas emissions
African music on a round trip —from Cotonou to Cuba and back
Caribbean influence leaves its mark as popular Afro rhythms develop
Good education is the foundation for effective female leadership
—Togolese politician and former presidential candidate Kafui Adjamagbo-Johnson
Crisis worsens in Cameroon
People flee as the UN calls for national reconciliation and durable solution
Africa’s freedom struggles and the Universal Declaration of Human Rights
70 years since its adoption, the declaration has inspired liberation movements
Risky journey to Europe
Search for greener pastures carries deadly consequences
Risky journey to Europe
Search for greener pastures carries deadly consequences
Plaudits for the man who mends women
Celebrating Dr. Denis Mukwege: Nobel 国产AV Prize laureate 2018
The evolving state of African elections
Twenty African countries to elect their leaders in 2018
China’s ‘Little Africa’ losing its allure
A downturn in a Chinese city once bustling with African traders and brokers
Women: Liberia’s guardians of peace
The role of women in bringing and sustaining peace lauded globally
William Elong: An ICT innovator
Scaling up drone manufacture for a global market
Music: Nigeria’s new export
Naija beats topping international charts, but dividends are “scattered”
Nurturing young leaders
Training young African leaders can take societies to great heights
Protectionist ban on imported used clothing
US threatens East Africa with AGOA expulsion
Elections still a weak spot in Central Africa
—Fran?ois Louncény Fall
African airlines wait for open skies
African airlines must solve problems on their way to profitability
Increased remittances will have greater impact on development
—Gilbert Houngbo
Alternative financing strategies to boost small businesses in Africa
Essential small and medium-size enterprises need funding
ICC: Beyond the threats of withdrawal
African countries in dilemma over whether to leave or support the International Criminal Court
Urban growth a boon for Africa’s industrialization
The 2017 Economic Report on Africa calls for harnessing urban growth
Morocco flexed economic muscles and returned to the AU
The North African country has now rejoined the African Union, having worked slowly but steadily to establish itself as a major economic force in sub-Saharan Africa.
Wanted: affordable medicines for all
UN panel calls for new global accords to make drugs cheaper
Public health schemes: Getting it right
Ghana grapples with making health care universally accessible
DRC economy: The giant awakens
Despite conflict, investors continue to pour money into the Great Lakes region
Let’s close gap between humanitarian needs and resources
— Stephen O’Brien
Judiciary: Fighting graft needs muscles
Impartial judges help strengthen the rule of law
India, Africa rekindle trade ties
Old friends explore new possibilities
India, Africa rekindle trade ties
Old friends explore new possibilities
Somalia charts a new path
— Nicholas Kay
Harvesting the sun
Scaling up solar power to meet Africa’s energy needs
Abidjan regains its glamour
Spurred by C?te d’Ivoire’s current economic growth, the city is turning a corner
More students in school but still not all
MDG 2: Achieve universal primary education
Sub-Saharan Africa lags behind
MDG 1: Eradicate extreme poverty and hunger
NEPAD mobilizes funds for regional infrastructure
— Ibrahim Mayaki
Agenda 2063 is in harmony with SDGs
— Maged Abdelaziz
Cashing in on the cashew nuts boom
Local processing could boost revenue in C?te d’Ivoire
Using trade to boost Africa’s industrialization
Deliberate trade policies could lead to growth
African presidential elections 2015: Nigeria leads the way
Seven other African countries; Burkina-Faso, Burundi, Central Africa Republic, the Comoros, C?te d’Ivoire, Sudan and Togo are set to hold elections in 2015
Africa grapples with a jobless growth
— Aeneas Chuma
Millions of girls remain out of school
The gender gap has narrowed, but progress is starting to stall
Ebola disruption could spark new food crisis
Food prices skyrocket as farmers abandon farms
West Africa: New railway network aims to boost inter-regional trade
Rail to link Benin, Burkina Faso, C?te d’Ivoire, Ghana, Niger, Nigeria and Togo