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At COP 27, UNOWAS with its partners convened two side events on the implementation of the Dakar Call to Action on climate change, peace and security
Dakar, 18 November 2022 – As part of the implementation of the Dakar Call to Action on Climate Change, Peace and Security in West Africa and the Sahel adopted at UNOWAS’ Regional Conference held in Dakar in April 2022, the…
- Secretary-General
SECRETARY-GENERAL’S MESSAGE ON THE WORLD TOILET DAY
New York, 19 November 2022 Improving sanitation is a highly cost-effective way to transform people’s lives. The benefits of better sanitation go far beyond public health. Safe toilets and sanitation improve nutrition, help to…
Statement by Mr. Nicholas Haysom Special Representative of the Secretary-General and Head of UNMISS at the 24th RJMEC Plenary
[AS DELIVERED] RJMEC Interim Chair, Members of the RJMEC Board, Excellencies and distinguished guests, Thank you for the opportunity to address this forum and to reflect on next steps for implementing the peace agreement in…
Civilian casualties decrease across South Sudan, according to new UNMISS report
Juba, 16 November 2022: A new report from the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) registered a 60 per cent decrease in violent incidents against civilians and a 23 per cent decrease in civilian victims in the third…
- Secretary-General
SECRETARY-GENERAL’S MESSAGE FOR THE WORLD DAY OF REMEMBRANCE FOR ROAD TRAFFIC VICTIMS
New York, 21 November 2022 Every year, 1.3 million people die in road accidents and 50 million more are injured. This is the leading cause of death for children and young people. One of the best ways to remember and honour…
UN delegation to Sebha consults with southerners on stabilization, peacebuilding
15 November 2022, Sebha – A United Nations delegation, led by the Special Representative of the Secretary General for Libya, traveled to Sebha Monday to meet with southern government officials, tribal notables, academics…
Remarks by Chef de Cabinet of the Secretary-General Courtenay Rattray and Jean-Pierre Lacroix, USG for Peace Operations [Near Verbatim]
SRSG’s introduction: First of all, let me welcome you all to this UNMISS event, and thank you for attending. It's my privilege to introduce you to two important visitors from headquarters - that is Mr Courtney Rattray, who is…
- Statements
SRSG Ziadeh makes urgent call for calm and restraint: "There is no alternative to dialogue"
The Special Representative of the Secretary-General and Head of UNMIK Caroline Ziadeh is deeply concerned by ongoing developments and the potential escalation of the security situation that will ultimately impact people on…
UNISFA marks anniversary of Resolution 1325 on Women, Peace, and Security in Abyei
Abyei, 31 October 2022 – In marking the anniversary of the UN Security Council Resolution 1325 on Women, Peace, and Security UNISFA Acting Head of Mission and Force Commander, Maj. Gen. Benjamin Olufemi Sawyerr, has…
- Secretary-General
SECRETARY-GENERAL’S MESSAGE FOR THE WORLD CITIES DAY
New York, 31 October 2022 On this World Cities Day, we recognize the critical role of urban areas in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals. Next year marks the mid-point to the deadline to reach the SDGs. Yet an honest…