“WHO is appalled by the recent attack on South Hospital, the only facility with surgical capacity in El Fasher, Darfur,” the UN agency said in a post on X. “The hospital’s closure following the attack has stretched the two other hospitals there beyond capacity, further limiting access to lifesaving services.” According to reports, the hospital…
Key international actors, including the UN Special Rapporteur on the Situation of Human Rights in Afghanistan, have used terms such as “gender apartheid” to describe the high levels of discrimination. “Gender apartheid is not merely a theoretical possibility or legal construct, but a real threat and lived reality for millions of women and girls around the…
UN Women published its fourth Gender Alert since the war began eight months ago, which examines the immense challenges these organizations face while also highlighting their commitment to save lives. The series of reports document how the lives of women and girls have deteriorated across sectors such as food security, shelter, health and safety. Barely…
They are gathering at the largest global disability rights-focused meeting, known as the 17th Conference of State Parties to the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities, or COSP17, which runs from 11 to 13 June. Their aim is to ensure that countries are keeping their word to guarantee equality for all. AI to…
According to Gaza’s health ministry, more than 270 people including children and other non-combatants were killed during intense fighting between Israeli forces and Hamas militants in and around the Nuseirat refugee camp on Saturday, in the middle area of the war-torn enclave. More than 600 were reportedly injured with hospitals overwhelmed. Emergency Relief Coordinator Martin…
That’s happening on the opening day of the 17th session of the Conference of States Parties (COSP17) to the game-changing Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities, taking place from 11 to 13 June 2024. From being a delegate at COSP16 to taking over UN News’s live blog at COSP17, the activist with Down…
Edgbaston South Africa Champions are thrilled to announce their participation in the highly anticipated World Championship of Legends (WCL), set to take place from 3rd July to 13th July 2024. The prestigious tournament will be hosted at the iconic Edgbaston Stadium and Northamptonshire Stadium in England. WCL is a unique cricket league featuring six teams…
Dubai, UAE : Crystal Bay Development proudly announces the grand launch of “Vue by crystalbay,” an exclusive residential development featuring 174 luxurious apartment units designed to redefine urban living. Alongside this launch, Crystal Bay is excited to unveil its state-of-the-art Experience Centre, providing a comprehensive and immersive insight into the Vue lifestyle. Vue by…
The landmark legally binding treaty entered into force on 3 May 2008, marking a major milestone in the effort to promote, protect and ensure the full and equal enjoyment of all human rights for all. Ahead of the 17th Conference of States Parties (COSP17) that starts on 11 June, here are five fast facts about the…
A powerful video was shown echoing the theme, awaken new depths, warning of immediate protection needs and cautioning that there is no time for an “out of sight out of mind” sense of complacency. In a statement marking the Day – which falls officially on Saturday – UN Secretary-General António Guterres said the ocean sustains…
