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On Africa Day, UN chief says continent's future full of opportunity and hope

Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon today declared that while Africans forge ahead with “a new narrative” for their continent, the United Nations will support them as they faced any challenges that remain on the path towards a prosperous future.

Security Council recognizes contribution of UN Yugoslav tribunal

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Women, Children, Population

UN chief promotes education, gender empowerment during final day of Mozambique visit

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Law, Crime Prevention

UN Member States appraise Global Action Plan to combat human trafficking

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Japan must continue efforts to deactivate Fukushima nuclear plant – UN agency

Health, Poverty

UN report highlights benefits of school meal programmes in crisis settings

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UN expert group urges new Icelandic authorities to sustain gender empowerment efforts

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Politics has too much sway over culture, education in Bosnia and Herzegovina – UN expert

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Tenth Forests Forum: Activists, film-makers, photographers on why forests are vital to growth and development

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International Day highlights need to protect media professionals

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