UN Zambia

UNAIDS’ new #GlobalAIDSUpdate2025 warns: without urgent action and restored funding, 6 million new HIV infections and 4 million AIDS-related deaths could occur by 2029, globally. Download the report: bit.ly/4lAwQFg #EndAIDS

At the 69th @LGAZZambia Conf. & 22nd AMICAALL Assembly, @IsaacOffei11 shared 🇿🇲’s latest HIV stats, emphasizing the vital role of local govts in decentralizing the HIV response. W/ Lusaka’s HIV prevalence at 14.4%, strong local action is needed to accelerate progress & #endAIDS.

To support UN Secretary-General’s special address on climate action, Resident Coordinator @MutaliBeatrice appeared live on @znbctoday last night to spotlight UN efforts in Zambia. Highlighted support for renewable energy adoption, resilience building, & enhanced energy security.

With gratitude and determination, the Chipangali District Commissioner welcomes SpotlightInitiative 2.0. He vows to champion the fight against #GBV and ensure women and girls are empowered, protected, and heard. #GenderEquality

Spotlight 2.0 officially kicks off in Chipangali! With support from Chief Chanje & the community, initiative begins its mission to eliminate #GBV and uplift women and girls. Spotlight in Zambia is funded by @IrelandinZambia, impl' by @UNFPAZambia, @UNDPZambia, UNESCO @IomZambia

🇿🇲 The @UNZambia is conducting a 3-day training for 30 Ward Development Committees in #Solwezi on Gender-Responsive Budgeting to support local #SDGs action. Participants include 13 women & 17 men from 3 wards, representing their communities.

Special Address by the UN Secretary General on Climate Action. Tuesday, 22 July 2025 at 3:00 PM Lusaka time Follow the livestream at: · UN WebTV: webtv.un.org/en/asset/k1f/k… · YouTube: youtube.com/live/4yYpxMiMH…

“Eastern Province stands united against #GBV!”- Clement Chilembo, Assistant Secretary, Eastern Province. The Spotlight 2.0 team’s visit ignites hope and action in Eastern Province. Together, we’re building a safer, more equal Zambia for all. #SpotlightInitiative #GenderEquality

Did you know that today is #ZeroHIVStigmaDay? We want to hear from you. See latest press release from @UnaidsZ at zambia.un.org/en/298314-zamb…

Today is Zero HIV Stigma Day. Be a hero! Stop stigma! #ZeroHIVStigmaDay #UequalsU #EndStigma

Beneath the wisdom of tradition, Isoka’s step forward was affirmed. A warm engagement with Senior Chief Kafwimbi showed how traditional leadership can shape a Zambia where women and girls are safe, heard & empowered. With support from @IrelandinZambia. #SpotlightEndViolence

In the heart of Isoka, local leadership took center stage. 🏛️ The District Commissioner and Town Clerk welcomed the #SpotlightInitiative 2.0, because ending GBV starts with bold commitments at every level. 💪🏾💜 With support from @IrelandinZambia. #SpotlightEndViolence

Official titles met community voices in Chinsali. 🤝 The District Commissioner & Town Clerk welcomed the #SpotlightInitiative 2.0 with open arms, affirming that partnerships at every level are key to ending GBV from the ground up. #SpotlightEndViolence

Chinsali district's stakeholders gathered not just to listen, but to lead. From council offices to community spaces, the #SpotlightInitiative 2.0 sparked bold conversations and local commitments to tackle GBV with action, unity & purpose. #SpotlightEndViolence

Under the shade of tradition, a bold step forward. #SpotlightInitiative 2.0 was warmly received by Chief Nkula, reaffirming the key role of traditional leaders in building safer, more inclusive communities for women & girls. Spotlight in Zambia is funded by the Govt of Ireland.

When leadership listens, change begins. 💬 Yesterday's fruitful dialogue with Muchinga Province PS & Provincial heads of govt departments lit the path for action under #SpotlightInitiative 2.0. Together, turning conversations into community-powered solutions to end GBV. 💜🌍

Chinsali lights up as #SpotlightInitiative 2.0 takes root! 🚀 A vibrant kick off filled with shared purpose, bold dialogue & united action to end #GBV and uplift the rights of women and girls in Zambia. 🌍💜

A solemn ceremony was held by #MINUSCA in #Bangui🇨🇫 on July 9 to honor Zambian🇿🇲 peacekeeper🇺🇳 Stephen Siakachoma, killed in a June 20 attack on a @UN patrol between Birao and Amdafok 🔗 shorturl.at/JlCp0

Today, the UN Resident Coordinator @MutaliBeatrice & Country Team had a productive meeting with President @HHichilema of Zambia. Discussed key issues on UN-Zambia partnership, incl the UN's 80th anniversary, multilateralism, achievements, & impact of global challenges on UN.

"Africa is not asking for favors. It is offering solutions. With UN support, strong leadership... Africa can build a future where finance fuels development, not dependency." - Yacoub El Hillo, UNDCO Regional Director for Africa. Read blog in full at: un-dco.org/stories/full-a…