Also known as: U.N.
International organization whose agencies, resolutions, and institutions appear in coverage of global governance, humanitarian crises, and conflict.
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BEIJING, China, Jun 10 — China’s envoy to the United Nations on Tuesday called on the UN Security Council to exercise prudence and play a constructive role in addressing the Iranian nuclear issue, amid growing disagreement among Security Council members over the status of UN sanc …
China urges UN Security Council to act cautiously on Iran nuclear issue amid sanctions disputeCitizen Digital
… Photo Moses Mwakisha Elvis Audio By Vocalize By Moses Mwakisha Elvis, Leaders from Kenya, China and the United Nations have called for greater dialogue among civilisations as a means of promoting peace, mutual understanding and sustainable development in an increasingly interconn …
Kenya, China Advocate Cultural Exchange at International Day for Dialogue Among CivilizationsCitizen Digital
… The political elite have looted billions of dollars from the state, according to the United Nations and other agencies, leaving one of the poorest populations in the world with almost zero services or support. …
South Sudan children surviving on 'leaves': aid agencyThe Standard
… South Sudan is one of the world's poorest and most corrupt countries.A United Nations report last year detailed how government officials had stolen billions of dollars in oil money while leaving the population with hardly any essential services. …
South Sudan graft whistleblower abducted in KenyaThe Standard
… Subscribe to our newsletterOn global governance, the two leaders reiterated their call for urgent reform of the United Nations Security Council to ensure fair representation for Africa. …
Kenya and Finland deepen ties in education, technology and climate actionThe Standard
Audio By VocalizeKenya has reaffirmed its ambition to position Nairobi as a premier global diplomatic hub, announcing a multi-billion-shilling investment to support the expansion of United Nations offices in the country. …
Kenya bets big on UN expansion as Gigiri upgrade project takes shapeCapital News
… According to the bureau, the decision followed a review of findings from a United Nations investigation, recommendations from an independent panel of judicial experts and written submissions related to the case. …
ICC Suspends Chief Prosecutor Karim Khan Over Sexual Misconduct AllegationsCitizen Digital
UN chief to visit Haiti for 'solidarity' with violence victims By AFP June 09, 2026 05:00 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter António Guterres, Secretary-General of the United Nations speaks during the 2026 TIM …
UN chief to visit Haiti for 'solidarity' with violence victimsCitizen Digital
UN rights chief urges US to lift tough Cuba sanctions By AFP June 08, 2026 08:01 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Audio By Vocalize The United Nations rights chief on Monday urged Washington to immediately l …
UN rights chief urges US to lift tough Cuba sanctionsCitizen Digital
… The International Day of Yoga is observed worldwide every year on June 21 following the adoption of a United Nations resolution in 2014. …
Free yoga as Indian High Commission marks International Day of YogaThe UN children's agency says 265 Palestinian children have been killed in Gaza since a ceasefire was declared in October 2025, with UNICEF stating that a child has been killed on average every day for more than eight months despite the supposed ceasefire. According to Gaza's health ministry, at least 992 Palestinians have been killed since the ceasefire was announced.
19 June 2026 · The Standard →
The UN children's agency says 265 Palestinian children have been killed in Gaza since a ceasefire was declared in October 2025, with UNICEF stating that a child has been killed on average every day for more than eight months despite the supposed ceasefire. According to Gaza's health ministry, at least 992 Palestinians have been killed since the ceasefire was announced.
19 June 2026 · The Standard →
Turkey's National Intelligence Organisation arrived in Mogadishu to lead talks between Somalia's Federal government and opposition groups, as tensions escalate between the central government and regional leaders of Jubaland and Puntland over federal governance.
19 June 2026 · The Standard →
Ghana hosted a global conference seeking to translate political support for slavery reparations into practical commitments following a UN resolution adopted in March that declared the transatlantic slave trade "the gravest crime against humanity." The resolution, which garnered support from 123 UN member states, calls on nations involved in the slave trade to engage in "restitution" and "compensation."
18 June 2026 · The Standard →
President William Ruto has called for Africa's inclusion in efforts to reform international financial and governance institutions including the United Nations Security Council, the International Monetary Fund, and the World Bank, stating that these institutions need to be democratised for equal treatment of all nations.
16 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
An opinion piece argues that Kenya's climate interventions must move beyond policy commitments to place communities at the centre of action and create economic incentives for environmental protection, noting that the country faces increasingly visible climate impacts including droughts and floods.
16 June 2026 · The Standard →
President William Ruto renewed calls for UN and global financial system reform, vowing to end what he characterized as exploitation of Kenya's mineral wealth by foreign companies ahead of his travel to France for the G7 summit. Ruto said Kenya would push for a new international order based on "sovereign equality" rather than aid, dependency, or extractive relationships.
16 June 2026 · The Standard →
President William Ruto told Group of Seven leaders at a summit in France on June 16 that Africa must be treated as an equal partner in global affairs, not a problem to be solved or recipient of charity. Ruto called for UN Security Council reform to ensure Africa's voice, saying extraction and aid-dependent relationships are no longer acceptable.
16 June 2026 · The Standard →
Doctors Without Borders investigated 59 allegations of sexual exploitation and abuse against its staff by Sudanese refugees in eastern Chad made in late 2024, corroborating some allegations and dismissing 18 workers for serious misconduct.
15 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The United States and Iran agreed to a peace deal with an "immediate and permanent" end to military operations on all fronts including Lebanon, signaling the end to more than three months of war in the Middle East. An official signing ceremony was scheduled for June 19 in Switzerland.
15 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya's Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi has described the US-Iran peace agreement as a major diplomatic breakthrough offering hope for stability in the Middle East and relief for economies affected by conflict. The official signing ceremony is scheduled for Switzerland on June 19.
15 June 2026 · The Standard →
A UN Independent Expert on human rights of persons with albinism has called on Pakistan to strengthen protections, citing persistent discrimination, inadequate service access, and gaps in coordination between federal and provincial authorities. While Pakistan has introduced support measures including education and healthcare access, awareness remains limited and social stigma continues to drive exclusion from employment and community life.
14 June 2026 · Capital News →
Suspected jihadists from the Lakurawa group killed more than 20 people in a raid on the Fesken Rafi community in Kebbi state near the Niger border, according to a confidential security report prepared for the United Nations. The attack followed a period of reduced violence by the group and may signal a resurgence of operations.
14 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Guyana has nominated its UN ambassador Carolyn Rodrigues-Burkett to run for UN secretary-general, a post that will be vacant at the end of the year when incumbent Antonio Guterres completes two terms. President Irfaan Ali highlighted Rodrigues-Burkett's leadership during Guyana's recent non-permanent Security Council membership.
13 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The United Nations marked World Day Against Child Labour by revealing that nearly 138 million children globally remain engaged in child labour, including 54 million performing hazardous work. Rights groups and international organizations are renewing calls for urgent action, noting that while progress has been made, the pace remains too slow to meet international targets.
12 June 2026 · Capital News →
The United States designated Cuba's state-owned oil and gas company Union Cuba-Petroleo (CUPET) for sanctions, barring US-associated companies and individuals from financial transactions with it. The move intensifies pressure on Cuba's energy sector amid an oil blockade that has crippled the country and, according to Cuba's government, is preventing the UN from distributing humanitarian aid.
12 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Middle East conflict that broke out in late February has disrupted energy supplies and triggered the largest oil supply disruption in history, with global oil supply losses reaching 12.8 million barrels per day. International institutions including the OECD have lowered global growth forecasts, citing the prolonged conflict as a major source of uncertainty affecting inflation, financial markets and supply chains.
12 June 2026 · The Standard →
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi called for enhanced mutual trust and deeper understanding through global dialogue to cross geopolitical divides, outlining a four-pronged strategy emphasizing mutual respect, equality, a people-oriented approach, and balancing traditional culture with modern innovation.
12 June 2026 · The Standard →
Michelle Bachelet of Chile, Rebeca Grynspan of Costa Rica, and Maria Fernanda Espinosa of Ecuador are running to succeed Antonio Guterres as UN secretary-general at the end of the year. All three candidates argued during a Geneva debate that it is time for a woman to lead the UN for the first time in its 80-year history.
11 June 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya and Finland have signed memoranda of understanding on education (covering technical and vocational training, teacher development, and competency-based learning), digital innovation (digitisation of public services and digital transformation), and climate action (climate change resilience, environmental sustainability, and green growth). President William Ruto witnessed the ceremony with President Alexander Stubb in Helsinki on June 10, 2026.
10 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The President of the United Nations General Assembly Annalena Baerbock has warned that the UN's deepening liquidity crisis is threatening peacekeeping operations, humanitarian assistance, and development programmes worldwide, citing unpaid assessed contributions from member states and declining voluntary funding from key donors.
10 June 2026 · Capital News →
US President Donald Trump accused Iran of taking too long to negotiate a peace deal and warned it would "have to pay the price," following renewed military exchanges between the two countries that strained a ceasefire established in April.
10 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
China's UN envoy urged the Security Council to exercise prudence on the Iranian nuclear issue amid disagreement over sanctions, stressing Iran's legitimate right to peaceful nuclear use alongside non-proliferation concerns. Eight countries led by France called for full implementation of recently reimposed sanctions, noting Iran possesses highly enriched uranium at levels where manufacturing a nuclear device cannot be excluded.
10 June 2026 · Capital News →
Kenya, China and United Nations leaders called for greater dialogue among civilisations to promote peace, mutual understanding and sustainable development at the International Day for Dialogue among Civilizations commemoration held at the United Nations Office at Nairobi. Chinese Ambassador Guo Haiyan highlighted China's commitment to the Global Civilization Initiative, which promotes mutual respect and people-centered exchanges.
10 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Families and children in South Sudan's Jonglei state are surviving on leaves, water lilies, and seeds as hunger approaches famine levels, according to Save the Children. More than 7.8 million people in South Sudan face acute hunger.
10 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
A South Sudanese whistleblower and Kenyan citizen has been abducted at gunpoint in Nairobi, according to police. Activists fear he may be deported to South Sudan and killed for exposing corruption linked to the country's ruling elite.
10 June 2026 · The Standard →
President William Ruto oversaw the signing of three major cooperation agreements with Finland during a State Visit to Helsinki, covering education, technology, and climate action. The agreements are expected to deepen bilateral relations through practical collaboration in TVET, digital transformation, and climate initiatives.
10 June 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya has allocated about Sh140 billion to support the expansion of United Nations offices in Nairobi, with the UN contributing Sh44 billion, as part of a broader Sh140 billion investment to modernize the Gigiri diplomatic enclave's infrastructure. Deputy President Kithure Kindiki said the government views the expansion as both a strategic diplomatic achievement and an economic opportunity to elevate Nairobi's global status.
10 June 2026 · The Standard →
The ICC's governing body suspended Chief Prosecutor Karim Khan following a review of UN investigation findings and recommendations from an independent panel; Khan denied the allegations through his lawyers, calling the suspension unlawful and procedurally unfair.
9 June 2026 · Capital News →
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres will visit Haiti on June 16 to show solidarity with victims of gang violence and meet with those affected by the crisis, according to his spokesman.
9 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The UN High Commissioner for Human Rights warned that US fuel restrictions and sanctions imposed since early 2026 are causing widespread suffering and endangering lives in Cuba, particularly children lacking access to medical supplies, and called for their immediate removal.
8 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →