Infrastructure for Small Island Developing States In its latest report, UNOPS explores the role of sustainable, resilient and inclusive infrastructure in overcoming challenges and enabling development in…
One year on: Cyclone Idai recovery efforts continue in Zimbabwe In March 2019, Cyclone Idai destroyed approximately 50,000 households and displaced over 60,000 people in the country, causing as much as $622 million…
Advancing the 2030 Agenda through sustainable procurement At the Arab Forum for Sustainable Development in Beirut, a UNOPS-hosted session explored the transformative role of sustainable procurement.
Fighting climate change with resilience in Timor-Leste In partnership with the UN Environment Programme (UNEP), UNOPS is working to enhance early warning systems and build greater resilience to…
Improving data collection in The Gambia New vehicles procured by UNOPS with funding from the World Bank will improve the mobility of data collectors in the country.
Invest in renewable energy in African cities Renewable energy is touted as a solution for rural electricity access in Africa – but it could also solve the unique challenges of providing reliable…
Humanitarian hotline handles over 50,000 calls from Afghans in need… Awaaz Afghanistan, the country’s first nationwide inter-agency humanitarian call centre, offers a single point of contact for all Afghans – including…
Japan provides support to Iraq’s newly liberated areas With $6.3 million in funding from the Government of Japan, UNOPS will implement two projects aimed at enhancing the living conditions and safety of the…
Heavy rainfall no longer spells disaster The monsoon season brings torrential rainfall to Mannar Island, in north-west Sri Lanka. This meant bad news for over 30,000 people who live there. Not…
UNOPS participating in health infrastructure conference in Brazil The conference provides professionals, researchers and students with the opportunity to exchange information and experiences on themes like health…