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“Today we have 2,3 billion inhabitants of the planet which are suffering from water challenges, and by 2050 we expect to see up to 5 billion people suffering from those,” said Professor Petteri Taalas, WMO’s Secretary-General. UNTV CH

The United Nations and humanitarian partners in Kenya are appealing for $472.6 million to help 4.3 million drought-affected people in 2023, in support of the Government-led response, as the crisis is expected to worsen. UNEP

In Mozambique, displaced people are battling climate change on the frontlines. UNHCR

As Under-Secretary-General for United Nations Peace Operations, Jean-Pierre Lacroix and the Secretary-General’s Chef de Cabinet, Courtenay Rattray, conclude their visit to South Sudan, Lacroix said, “you cannot build a durable peace if you don’t involve women.” UNMISS

Speaking to reporters, UN Secretary-General António Guterres reiterated that COP27 needs to “define a clear road map” to deal with the lost and damage in Pakistan, an institutional framework which includes financing. UNIFEED

The 2022 United Nations Climate Change Conference, also known as COP27, will be held in Sharm El-Sheikh, Egypt, between 6-18 November 2022, under the presidency of Egypt. UNIFEED / FILE

On UN Day, the UN Peacekeeping mission, UNMISS together with the UN Country Team organized a joyous, colorful celebration showcasing the rich cultural heritage of South Sudan as well as the committed UN personnel who work every day to reverse the effects of civil war, subnational violence and rising humanitarian needs. UNMISS

UN Secretary-General António Guterres urged donor countries, international financial institutions and relevant organizations, along with the private sector and civil society to fully support efforts to help the Government and the people of Pakistan in the wake of devastating floods. UNIFEED / FILE

The International Labour Organization’s 10th Director-General, Guy Ryder concluded his 10-year term in office on 30 September and handed the keys of office to his successor, Gilbert F. Houngbo. ILO

In a speech ahead of the IMF-World Bank Group Annual Meetings titled “The Crisis Facing Development” at Stanford University, World Bank Group President David Malpass warned that a series of harsh events and unprecedented macroeconomic policies are combining to throw development into crisis. WORLD BANK