Afghanistan’s socioeconomic crisis deepens amid crackdown on women’s rights
In Afghanistan, 75 per cent of the population struggles to meet their daily needs; with female-headed households, rural communities and internally displaced persons being most affected, the UN development agency (UNDP) has noted in a new report.
First Person: Myanmar aid workers brave conflict and harsh conditions to bring aid to earthquake victims
In the aftermath of the huge 7.7 magnitude earthquake that struck Myanmar on 28 March, life-saving aid efforts led by the UN are being hampered by damaged infrastructure, ongoing armed conflict and global aid funding [...]
Plague of rats and insects provide latest challenge for war-shattered Gazans
After suffering almost 18 months of deadly bombardment, displacement and lack of access to basic services, the embattled people of Gaza face yet another challenge: the threat of insects and rodents. Read Full Story on [...]
UN warns of $4 trillion shortfall threatening global development goals
Facing a staggering $4 trillion annual financing gap for development and mounting trade wars, top UN officials on Monday called for urgent action to rescue the Sustainable Development Goals and revive international cooperation.
One in four female genital mutilation cases now carried out by health workers
Female genital mutilation (FGM) is becoming less common worldwide, but when it does occur, it is increasingly performed by professional healthcare workers, the UN World Health Organization (WHO) warned on Monday. Read Full Story on [...]
Media Advisory | Ministers and leaders to convene for high-level deliberations ahead of 4th International Conference on Financing for Development (FFD4)
Media Advisory | Ministers and leaders to convene for high-level deliberations ahead of 4th International Conference on Financing for Development (FFD4)