Deputy Special Representative in charge of Rule of Law visits Abidjan prison
In accordance with the mandate of the United Nations Operation in Côte d'Ivoire (UNOCI), the Special Representative in charge of Rule of Law, Arnauld Akodjénou, had a working session with the Director of Prison Administration, Ouata Babakar, and visited the main prison in Abidjan known as Maison d…
Secretary-general message on the international day of solidarity with the Palestinian people
29 November 2013 This annual Solidarity Day is an opportunity to reflect on the critical situation faced by the Palestinian people and to consider our collective contributions and responsibilities as Governments, international or civil society organizations, towards Israeli-Palestinian peace. This…
People in Glodé in favour of strengthening social cohesion
The people in Glodé, in the sub-prefecture of Gohouo-Zagnan, situated 549 km northwest of Abidjan, on Wednesday, 27 November 2013, held discussions with a delegation from the United Nations Operation in Côte d'Ivoire (UNOCI), on the mandate and work of the UN Mission, human rights, the disarmament…
UNOCI invites the parties in conflict in Yallo over land issue to talk to each other and reconcile
The third stage of the facilitation process of inter-community dialogue with people in Yallo over the issue of land conflict which was initiated since 18 November 2013 by the United Nations Operation in Côte d'Ivoire (UNOCI), took place on Tuesday, 26 November 2013, in the village which is situated…
Secretary-general message on World AIDS Day
1 December 2013 On this World AIDS Day, I am more optimistic than ever. Much of the world is accelerating progress in responding to HIV. There are significant decreases in new infections and deaths, and we are making good progress in realizing our target of ensuring 15 million people have access to…
The Secretary-general message on international Day for the abolition of slavery
2 December 2013 This year's International Day for the Abolition of Slavery comes as the international community is intensifying efforts to eradicate poverty and forge a post-2015 development agenda. In pursuing these goals, it is vital that we give special consideration to ending modern-day slavery…
People in Glode in favour of strengthening social cohesion
The people in Glodé, in the sub-prefecture of Gohouo-Zagnan, situated 549 km northwest of Abidjan, on Wednesday, 27 November 2013, held discussions with a delegation from the United Nations Operation in Côte d'Ivoire (UNOCI), on the mandate and work of the UN Mission, human rights, the disarmament…
Adzope : students sensitised on the fight to end violence against women
How best to contribute to the fight to end violence against women, young girls and children? This was the aim of the sensitisation session organised by a team of police officers (UNPOL) from the United Nations Operation in Côte d'Ivoire (UNOCI) for students at the Institution de formation et d…
Community leaders and administrative secretaries from 19 villages in Odienné trained in management and prevention of conflicts
In the Kabadougou and Folon regions in the district of Denguélé, since 2010, as the dry season approaches and the seasonal migration of livestock begins, two sorts of conflicts also increase: conflicts between farmers and cattle herders and land disputes between communities. Both of these represent…
UNOCI offers a primary school to Tahara
The women wore their most attractive jewellery, while the men wore their best "boubous" (traditional robes). The ambiance was festive among the people of Tahara on 27 November 2013, as they celebrated the rehabilitation of the local primary school in Goulia sub prefecture, in the department of…
UNOCI facilitates transfer of detainees from Tabou to Soubre
The United Nations Operation in Côte d'Ivoire (UNOCI) has assisted local security forces to evacuate the prison in Tabou, some 474 km southwest of Abidjan, after it was flooded by the recent heavy rainfall in the area. Some 78 inmates were transported on board lorries belonging to UNOCI's Niger…
Angovia and Allahou Bazi villages focus attention on peace and development
The neighbouring villages of Angovia and Allahou Bazi, 30 km from Bouafle in the centre-west region of Marahoue, on Friday, 29 November 2013 made a commitment to turn their backs on violence and pursue dialogue as a means of settling disputes between them. This would allow them to concert efforts…