On surprise visit to Mogadishu, UN chief urges “massive international support” for Somalia

Continuing his tradition of carrying out solidarity visits to Muslim countries during the Holy Month of Ramadan, the United Nations chief today landed in Somalia, where he underlined the need for international engagement to alleviate the country’s dire humanitarian situation and aid with state-building efforts.

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In Niger, Guterres calls for more resources to fight terror attacks in Africa’s Sahel

02 May 2022

The number of terrorist attacks in the Sahel region of Africa “continues to increase” according to the UN Secretary-General António Guterres, who arrived in the capital of Niger, Niamey, on Monday, the second of three countries he is visiting on a tour of West Africa to mark the Muslim holy month of Ramadan.

Ceasefire in Gaza, urges UN chief, on first day of Ramadan

11 Mar 2024

A Ramadan ceasefire for Gaza must be implemented immediately, UN Secretary-General António Guterres said on Monday, the first day of the Muslim holy month.

‘What is good for Africa is good for the world’ says UN chief on International Day

25 May 2018

Praising efforts by African countries to alleviate poverty and build more stable societies, United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres pledged his on-going support for ending conflict and building peace across the continent.