United Nations Radio

man with river blindness

The first evidence that it's possible to eliminate onchocerciasis has been declared a milestone. Onchocerciasis, or river blindness, is a debilitating disease affecting 37 million people in Africa. UN Radio's Patrick Maigua speaks to Dr. Hans Remme, a consultant for the World Health Organization on river blindness be eliminated.

The Responsibility to Protect

Experts and survivors of genocide, war crimes and crimes against humanity gather to urge states to implement the Responsibility to Protect. What is the Responsibility to Protect?

Singer Yvonne Chaka Chaka Works to Roll Back Malaria

Go to a cocktail party anywhere in the world and you're bound to find the same elements: a charming host, tasty nibbles, and good conversation. But at a recent soiree on a rainy night in New York City, guests got something more. Dianne Penn has the story.

Producer/Presenter: Gerry Adams
Editor: Diane Bailey
Production Assistant: Charles Appel
Studio Engineer: Tim Pisacreta
Duration: 15'00"