2024 JOURNALISM FELLOW REPORTS
“Reports filed by Justicia Shipena
Mbumba Calls for UN Security Council Reform
Namibian President Nangolo Mbumba urges decisive actions and tangible outcomes from
the upcoming Summit of the Future, with a special emphasis on advancing reforms within
the UN Security Council.
Link: https://www.eaglefm.com.na/news/mbumba-calls-for-un-security-council-reform/
Filed: 18 September 2024
Namibia Under Fire for Ignoring Female Athlete Pay Disparity at UN Stage
Namibia faced criticism on the global stage for its inaction on closing the pay gap for female
athletes, spotlighted during discussions at the United Nations.
Link: https://www.thevillager.com.na/sports/2024/namibia-under-fire-for-ignoring-female-athlete-pay-disparity/
Filed: 19 October 2024
A Thirsty Planet: Only 4.6 Billion Have Reliable Water Access in a World of 8.2 Billion
Global water scarcity remains a critical issue, with only 4.6 billion people having reliable
access to clean water out of a world population of 8.2 billion.
Link: https://www.thevillager.com.na/world/2024/a-thirsty-planet-only-4-6-billion-have-reliable-water-access-in-a-world-of-8-2-billion/
Filed: October 10, 2024
UN Security Council Seat: A Distant Dream or a Real Possibility for Namibia?
The prospect of Namibia securing a seat on the UN Security Council raises questions about
its feasibility. As discussions unfold on the UN Security Council seat, analyst ponder on
whether this ambition is merely a distant dream or a realistic opportunity for the Southern
African nation.
Link: https://www.thevillager.com.na/africa/2024/un-security-council-seat-a-distant-dream-or-a-real-possibility-for-namibia/
Filed: October 28, 2024
Guterres Calls for Faster African Inclusion in UN Security Council
UN Secretary-General António Guterres emphasised the urgent need for accelerated African
inclusion in the UN Security Council ahead of the General Assembly.
Link: https://www.thevillager.com.na/africa/2024/guterres-calls-for-faster-african-inclusion-in-un-security-council/
Filed: September 20, 2024
Interview with UN Tourism Director Sandra Carvão: “Colourful Cultures”; initiative launched
The “Colourful Cultures”; intiative by the United Nations Tourism Agency in partnership with the TUl
Care Foundation aims to uplift artists and artisans, Namibia included in rural areas by providing
grants to enhance their participation in the tourism economy.
Link: https://lnkd.in/efHwcjSn
Filed: September 25, 2023
Reports filed by Ridwan Karim Dimi-Osman
Date: September 25, 2024
ANTIMICROBIAL RESISTANCE; WORLD LEADERS UNITE AGAINST SUPERBUGS
During the UN General Assembly, world leaders committed to fighting antimicrobial resistance (AMR), a growing crisis causing millions of deaths annually. A newly signed political declaration aims to reduce AMR deaths by 10% by 2030, supported by a $100 million fund and a “One Health” strategy to combat AMR across human, animal, and environmental sectors.
Date: September 27, 2024
REDEFINING MULTILATERALISM: WORLD LEADERS ADOPT “PACT FOR THE FUTURE”
At the Summit of the Future, global leaders adopted the “Pact for the Future,” aimed at tackling critical global challenges. The pact includes the Global Digital Compact and a Declaration on Future Generations. President Akufo-Addo of Ghana advocated for climate justice and reform of the UN Security Council to ensure fairer global representation.
Date: September 22, 2024
2024 SUMMIT OF THE FUTURE: YOUNG LEADERS DEMAND SOLUTIONS FOR AFRICA
Young leaders from Africa took the stage at the 2024 Summit of the Future, calling on world leaders to prioritize Africa’s needs. Their appeal focused on climate justice, economic equity, and enhanced representation in global governance, urging investment in sustainable development to address the continent’s urgent challenges.
Date: September 21, 2024
UN Secretary-General urges global cooperation amid escalating challenges
Ahead of the Summit of the Future, UN Secretary-General António Guterres called for renewed global cooperation and reform of outdated institutions. He emphasized that only a revamped approach to issues like climate change, geopolitical conflicts, and AI governance can meet today’s challenges, urging Member States to consider expanding the Security Council for more inclusive governance.
Date: September 18, 2024
AI Coral Reef Artwork at UN Summit Sparks Urgent Call for Environmental Action
“Large Nature Model: Coral,” an immersive AI-driven artwork by Refik Anadol Studio, captured world leaders’ attention at the UN Summit of the Future. The piece serves as a vivid call to action on climate and environmental preservation, echoing the urgent discussions on sustainability at the General Assembly.
Date: September 20, 2024
UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Türk addressed the Security Council, condemning recent deadly explosions in Lebanon and the ongoing violence in Gaza. He called for an immediate ceasefire and adherence to humanitarian law, noting the toll on Lebanese healthcare, with 37 lives lost and over 3,400 injured in recent attacks.
Date: September 20, 2024
Reports filed by Haneen Saleh
Reports filed by Mohammad Dawood