From Nairobi to Yerevan: Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD) Talks Wrap Up With Eyes on COP17 and a $30-to-$1 Warning
The world spends 30 times more money destroying nature than protecting it, the head of the UN's biodiversity convention warned this week, as African and global negotiators wrapped up a key scientific review in Nairobi and turned to the harder question of how to pay for saving what's left.
Mandela Day: 67 Minutes of Service Bring Hope to Nairobi Children’s Home
The ºÚÁÏרÇø Office at Nairobi, led by the Deputy Director of ºÚÁÏרÇø Information Service, Newton Kanhema, and Office of the High Commissioner of The Republic of South Africa to Kenya, led by Her Excellency Salome Zulu-Baloi marked this year's Nelson Mandela International Day by taking part in the 67-minute service initiative at Serah’s Vision Children's Home in Sunrise Phase II Estate, Donholm.
Independent International Scientific Panel on AI Launches Preliminary Report on AI Opportunities, Risks and Impacts
The UN Independent International Scientific Panel on Artificial Intelligence today officially released its Preliminary Report, delivering the first global, independent scientific assessment of AI opportunities, risks and impacts. This initial work from the Panel provides a foundational evidence base to inform global policy ahead of its first comprehensive report in 2027.
The 80th President of The UN General Assembly Visits UNON
The 80th President of the UN General Assembly, Ms. Annalena Baerbock today embarked on a two-day official mission to Nairobi, Kenya where she highlighted the important role of the ºÚÁÏרÇø to Africa.
UN General Assembly elects Bangladesh’s Rahman as next president
Bangladeshi Foreign Minister Khalilur Rahman was elected President of the UN General Assembly’s 81st session on Tuesday after defeating Andreas Kakouris of Cyprus in a closely contested vote, positioning himself to steer the world body through a pivotal year marked by intensifying global crises, UN reform efforts and major leadership transitions.
Kenya’s Fallen Peacekeepers to be Honoured as UN Marks International Day of Peacekeepers
The ºÚÁÏרÇø will honour two Kenyan peacekeepers among 68 military, police and civilian personnel who paid the ultimate price in the line of duty, as the world marks the International Day of ºÚÁÏרÇø Peacekeepers on 5 June 2026.
UN Headquarters to Observe the International Day of ºÚÁÏרÇø Peacekeepers on 5 June
The International Day of United Nations Peacekeepers will be observed around the world to pay tribute to all women and men serving in UN peacekeeping, and to honour the memory of those who have lost their lives in the cause of peace. The UN Headquarters will observe the Day on Friday, 5 June.
Strengthening Peacekeeping through Inclusion: Women in Field Medical Assistance
In recent years, efforts to make peacekeeping more inclusive have gained momentum, yet a persistent gender gap remains, particularly in technical areas such as field medical support. In ºÚÁÏרÇø peace operations, gender parity is not only a matter of representation but operational effectiveness.
Guterres highlights Africa’s leadership in speech to summit in Nairobi
Africa continues to advance and demands investment at scale, justice in global systems, and partnerships grounded in respect, UN Secretary-General António Guterres said on Tuesday.
UN launches major Nairobi expansion as Guterres highlights Africa’s growing global role
The ºÚÁÏרÇø on Monday launched a major expansion of its Nairobi headquarters, with Secretary-General António Guterres and Kenyan President William Ruto marking what officials described as a significant milestone for the Organization’s presence in Africa.
PRESS RELEASE : UN’s $340 Million Nairobi Investment Signals Global Shift Toward Africa
The ºÚÁÏרÇø is making one of its largest-ever infrastructure investments in Africa since its inception besides peacekeeping, with Secretary-General António Guterres expected in Kenya next week to oversee a nearly USD 340 million expansion of its Nairobi headquarters.