Africa is home to more than one-sixth of the world’s population yet carries nearly a quarter of the global disease burden. This is not just a disparity—it is a warning. But it is not the full story.
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In several countries across the African continent, young people are investing in their communities, using practical skills gained through technical and vocational education and training, or TVET, to develop local solutions to everyday challenges.
The UN Secretary-General repeated his call for Africa to have a greater say in decisions that affect its future, in remarks to a conference in Japan focused on the continent’s development.
Secretary-General's Message on Africa Day 2022
The Office of the Special Adviser on Africa (OSAA) strives for coordinated, effective and sustained UN and international support for Africa’s transformative efforts for inclusive sustainable peace, security, socioeconomic development and justice for all in the continent. Read full vision and mission statement ??
OSAA aims to enhance international support for Africa's development and security through its advocacy and analytical work, assist the Secretary-General in improving coherence and coordination of the UN System support to Africa, facilitate inter-governmental deliberations on Africa at the global level... Find out more ?
OSAA produces a number of publications within its mandate. These range from mandated Secretary-General’s reports to policy briefs on various issues affecting Africa. The reports provide the research needed for OSAA to carry out its advisory, advocacy, coordination and monitoring roles. Read the reports ?