A clearer picture of needs across Iran is beginning to emerge after the conflict this month with Israel, which left hundreds dead, several hospitals hit and a spike in Afghan refugees returning home, ...

Spain and Brazil have launched a joint initiative to promote a higher tax take from the super-rich worldwide, aiming to tackle soaring inequality by ensuring those with the most, pay their fair share ...

Developing countries currently face a staggering $420 billion annual gap in the funding needed to achieve gender equality, UN Women estimates ...

In the last two years, more than 12 million children have reportedly been killed, maimed or driven from their homes in conflicts in the Middle East and North Africa region according to UNICEF ...

The Executive Board of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has completed the second review of the Extended Credit Facility (ECF) arrangement for Togo, enabling immediate disbursement of US$ 60 ...

Strengthened policy frameworks, along with reforms to enhance fiscal resilience, diversify the economy, and promote private investment, are critical to lifting Algeria’s growth and creating jobs over ...

Following a fire accident at a vaccine depot in Guinea’s capital, Conakry, the World Health Organisation (WHO) is supporting the authorities to devise urgent measures, including securing remaining vac ...

Guinea’s economic growth accelerates, but reforms to make growth more inclusive and enhance domestic resource mobilization are critical for long-term development ...

Zambia\'s economy grew by 4% in 2024, displaying resilience despite experiencing a historic drought and frequent power outages ...

One in six people are affected by loneliness, with significant implications for health and well-being, according to a new report from the UN World Health Organisation (WHO) ...

States must urgently phase out fossil fuels, in accordance with their international human rights obligations, a United Nations independent expert urged on Monday ...

The Eastern Cape provincial government of South Africa on Monday said 102 bodies have been recovered following last month\'s devastating floods ...