A recent United Nations report has exposed alarming levels of food waste worldwide, revealing that over 1 billion metric tons of food were squandered in 2022 alone. This staggering figure equates to approximately 1.05 billion meals being wasted daily, while nearly 800 million people continue to suffer from hunger. Published by the UN Environment Programme…
The United Nations has released a report detailing a concerning surge in violence affecting civilians in South Sudan, particularly attributed to intercommunal conflicts. According to the UN Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS), incidents of violence rose by 35% in the final quarter of 2023 compared to the previous period, with 862 individuals impacted. The report…
The United Nations has called for $4.1 billion to address the escalating humanitarian crisis in Sudan, where a ten-month war has ravaged the country, leaving millions in need of assistance. The conflict between the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) has led to a collapse of infrastructure, widespread displacement, and…
In a significant legal setback for the Kenyan government’s plan to lead a UN-backed mission in Haiti, the Kenyan High Court has barred the deployment of 1,000 police officers to the Caribbean nation. The decision, delivered on Friday by Judge Enock Chacha Mwita, declared the deployment unconstitutional, illegal, and invalid, citing a lack of legal…
Delegates at the United Nations COP28 climate talks in Dubai have achieved a groundbreaking deal, marking a historic moment as nations commit to transitioning away from fossil fuels to combat the adverse effects of climate change. The agreement, adopted on Wednesday, signifies a pivotal shift in how the world is powered, although concerns linger regarding…
Palestinian activist Ahed Tamimi has been arrested by Israeli forces on charges of inciting terrorism. Tamimi’s arrest follows a series of overnight raids and fighting in the occupied West Bank. 18 UN and humanitarian organizations have issued a joint statement urging an “immediate humanitarian ceasefire.” The statement comes amidst escalating violence that has claimed thousands…
In anticipation of a planned ground invasion, Israeli forces have told the Palestinian residents of Northern Gaza 24 hours to evacuate the region and relocate south. “Your own safety is the reason for this evacuation,” the Israeli military stated. The UN calls the plan “impossible” and warns that it might have catastrophic effects for the…
Russia was defeated in a secret vote in its bid to regain a seat in the U.N premiere human rights body gaining 83 votes from the 193 casted. Russia was suspended from the United Nations Premiere human rights body 18 months ago for its invasion of Ukraine. Russia was competing against the nations and Albania…
