Chad: the Head of UNOCA deplores the ongoing situation in N'Djamena and calls for calm
The Special Representative of the UN Secretary-General for Central Africa and Head of UNOCA, Abdou Abarry, is following with great concern the events taking place in N'Djamena since the night of Tuesday 27 February and which allegedly led to loss of human life. The Head of UNOCA extends his…
Prevention and Resolution of Conflicts Between Farmers and Herders in West and Central Africa: A Collection of Best Practices is Available
A “Collection of Best Practices for the Prevention and Resolution of Conflicts Between Farmers and Herders in West and Central Africa” was recently published with the technical and financial support of the United Nations Regional Office for Central Africa (UNOCA), the United Nations Office for West…
Presidential Election - Gabon: UN reiterates call for credible, inclusive, transparent and sincere process
A few hours before the vote for the Presidential Election on 12 April 2025 in Gabon, the Special Representative of the UN Secretary-General for Central Africa and Head of UNOCA, Abdou Abarry, reiterates his call for an election whose results reflect the choice freely expressed by the Gabonese people…
2nd African Climate Summit: Young people from the Congo Basin emphasise the importance of resilience in the face of the climate crisis
UNOCA Climate Security Adviser Mabaye Dia took part in the 2nd African Climate Summit, which was held from 8 to 10 September 2025 in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. On this occasion, young people from the Congo Basin adopted and published a strong Declaration reaffirming their commitment to addressing the…
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2nd African Climate Summit: Congo Basin Youth reiterate their commitment to address challenges related to climate crisis
The Climate Security Advisor/UNOCA, Mabaye Dia, took part in the 2nd African Climate Summit held from 8 to 10 September 2025 in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. During the Summit, young people from the Congo Basin adopted and issued a powerful Declaration reaffirming their commitment to addressing the…
UNIFIL support to boost agricultural yields in south Lebanon
As part of UNIFIL’s ongoing support to south Lebanese communities affected by last year’s conflict, the UN mission has extended major assistance to the Agricultural Services Centre in At Tiri, aimed at boosting agricultural yields and improving public services across 15 villages. With a contribution…
UNIFIL Statement (16 November 2025)
This morning, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) fired on UNIFIL peacekeepers from a Merkava tank from near a position Israel has established in Lebanese territory. Heavy machine gun rounds hit approximately five meters from the peacekeepers, who were on foot and had to take shelter in the terrain…
STATEMENT ATTRIBUTABLE TO UNITED NATIONS SPECIAL ENVOY FOR SYRIA MR. GEIR O. PEDERSEN
The United Nations Special Envoy for Syria Mr. Geir O. Pedersen has been in Syria for the last weeks engaging the caretaker authorities and a broad spectrum of Syrians and following closely all developments on the ground. In addition to his meeting with Mr. Ahmed al-Sharaa on 20 January, he had two…
STATEMENT ATTRIBUTABLE TO UNITED NATIONS SPECIAL ENVOY FOR SYRIA MR. GEIR O. PEDERSEN
The United Nations Special Envoy for Syria, Mr. Geir O. Pedersen, strongly condemns Israel’s ongoing military escalations in Syria, including airstrikes. He remains deeply concerned by continued violations of the 1974 Disengagement of Forces Agreement. Such actions are unacceptable and risk further…
STATEMENT ATTRIBUTABLE TO UNITED NATIONS SPECIAL ENVOY FOR SYRIA MR. GEIR O. PEDERSEN
The United Nations Special Envoy for Syria Mr. Geir O. Pedersen is deeply alarmed by reports of intense clashes and killings in coastal areas, including between Syrian Caretaker Authority forces and elements loyal to the former regime, with very troubling reports of civilian casualties. While the…
STATEMENT ATTRIBUTABLE TO THE SPECIAL ENVOY FOR SYRIA, MR. GEIR O. PEDERSEN, ON THE ANNIVERSARY OF THE SYRIAN CONFLICT
It is fourteen years since Syrians took to the streets in peaceful protest, demanding dignity, freedom, and a better future. Their calls resonated across the country, sparking a movement that would shape Syria’s history. What began as a plea for reform was met with staggering brutality, leading to…