Successful elections and ‘political dialogues’ push democracy forward in West Africa and the Sahel
Progress has been made in consolidating democracy in West Africa and the Sahel, according to the United Nation’s Special Representative in the region on Wednesday, who cited successful elections and “political dialogues” as part of the a..
‘No hope’ global development goals can be achieved without women, says UN Assembly President
Without the full participation and leadership of women, “we have no hope” of realizing the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, the President of the United Nations General Assembly told gender equality leaders on Monday. “T..
Government of Ghana is committed to the safety of journalist-Frederick Ameyaw
On July 17, 2019, the Information Officer at the Ghana Permanent Mission to the United Nations, Mr. Frederick Ameyaw, reiterated Ghana’s commitment to the safety of Journalists during a meeting organized by UNESCO in collaboration with the P..
‘Emulate his example’ urges UN chief as world celebrates Nelson Mandela: a ‘global advocate for dignity and equality’
Nelson Mandela was an “extraordinary global advocate for dignity and equality” who anyone in public service should seek to emulate, Secretary-General António Guterres said in his message marking the International Day that honours the ic..
Inclusion, empowerment and equality, must be ‘at the heart of our efforts’ to ensure sustainable development, says UN chief
The world’s people are demanding “transformative change that is fair and sustainable,” Secretary-General António Guterres said on Tuesday, calling on government leaders to use the upcoming slate of key United Nations meet..
