Launched by the UN General Assembly in June 2014, this prestigious honorary Nelson Mandela Prize acknowledges individuals who dedicate their lives to the service of humanity, by promoting the purposes and principles of the United Nations, while also honouring and paying homage to Nelson Mandela’s extraordinary life and legacy of reconciliation, political transition, and social transformation.
Online nominations for the prize in English or French will be accepted until 24 March 2025.
UN Kenya delivered over US$2.5 billion in support aligned to Kenya’s national development priorities from 2022 until now, impacting the lives of millions of people in the country.This information was released by the UN Resident Coordinator in Kenya, Stephen Jackson on Wednesday during a conversation with the media...
"This year's International Women's Day focuses on rights, action and justice for all women and girls." — António Guterres
Calling for sweeping reforms of global institutions, UN Secretary-General António Guterres told African leaders on Saturday that the absence of permanent African seats on the Security Council is “indefensible,” declaring: “This is 2026 – not 1946.”