WHO prequalifies new oral simplified vaccine for cholera
A new oral vaccine for cholera has received prequalification by the World Health Organization (WHO) on...
Leading health agencies outline updated terminology for pathogens that transmit through the air
Following consultation with public health agencies and experts, the World Health Organization (WHO) publishes a global technical consultation report introducing updated terminology for pathogens...
Women in Afghanistan: The future ‘depends on them’
Released by the UN Development Programme (UNDP) on Wednesday, Listening to Women Entrepreneurs in Afghanistan, Their Struggle and Resilience, analyzes data collected over the...
UN leaders call for more action to end racism and discrimination
UN Secretary-General António Guterres celebrated the achievements and contributions of people of African descent from across the world, while addressing the forum via video...
Geneva conference pledges $630 million in life-saving help for Ethiopia
The UN-backed $3.24 billion humanitarian response plan for 2024 is only five per cent funded. Organised by the UN along with the Governments of Ethiopia...