The number of people displaced by conflict and persecution worldwide declined in 2025 for the first time in a decade, according to the latest UN Refugee Agency, UNHCR Global Trends Report. While millions of refugees and internally displaced people were able to return home last year, the UN warns that many continue to face insecurity, damaged infrastructure and limited access to basic services. The report also highlights the growing humanitarian challenges facing children and families affected by displacement. Lulu Gaboo spoke to Eujin Byun, UNHCR Global Spokesperson

The number of people displaced by conflict and persecution worldwide declined in 2025 for the first time in a decade, according to the latest UN Refugee Agency, UNHCR Global Trends Report. While millions of refugees and internally displaced people were able to return home last year, the UN warns that many continue to face insecurity, damaged infrastructure and limited access to basic services. The report also highlights the growing humanitarian challenges facing children and families affected by displacement. Lulu Gaboo spoke to Eujin Byun, UNHCR Global Spokesperson

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UNHCR finds that the number of people displaced by conflict and persecution worldwide declined in 2025 for the first time in a decade

As South Sudan prepares to mark 15 years of independence on July 9, young people are taking centre stage in a renewed call for peace.

A new youth-led campaign, launched under the United Nations' global advocacy initiative "Hear Us, Act Now for a Peaceful World," is amplifying the voices of young South Sudanese who are demanding an end to conflict and greater opportunities for their future. The campaign has been launched in Wau, Aweil and Juba, bringing together government leaders, artists, civil society and communities.

 Our reporter Lebogang Mabange has more.

As South Sudan prepares to mark 15 years of independence on July 9, young people are taking centre stage in a renewed call for peace.
A new youth-led campaign, launched under the United Nations' global advocacy initiative "Hear Us, Act Now for a Peaceful World," is amplifying the voices of young South Sudanese who are demanding an end to conflict and greater opportunities for their future. The campaign has been launched in Wau, Aweil and Juba, bringing together government leaders, artists, civil society and communities.
&nbsp;Our reporter Lebogang Mabange has more.

 South Sudan youth enforce call for peace leading up to 15 years independence commemoration 

Malawian President Professor Arthur Peter Mutharika is expected to travel to South Africa on a private visit this afternoon.

In a statement signed by Chief Secretary to the Government, Dr Justin Adack K. Saidi, the President is scheduled to depart from Kamuzu International Airport at 2:00 pm. According to local reports, this will be the third time President Mutharika has travelled to South Africa on a private visit since assuming office. 

For more on this, Lulu Gaboo spoke with our correspondent in Malawi, George Mhango.

Malawian President Professor Arthur Peter Mutharika is expected to travel to South Africa on a private visit this afternoon.
In a statement signed by Chief Secretary to the Government, Dr Justin Adack K. Saidi, the President is scheduled to depart from Kamuzu International Airport at 2:00 pm. According to local reports, this will be the third time President Mutharika has travelled to South Africa on a private visit since assuming office.&nbsp;
For more on this, Lulu Gaboo spoke with our correspondent in Malawi, George Mhango.

Mutharika visits SA for the third time, fuelling ill-health rumours 

Following President Cyril Ramaphosa's address on illegal immigration on Sunday, civic groups demanding mass deportations, such as the March and March movement, maintain their hardline stance that, come the 30th of June, all illegal migrants should leave South Africa (SA).

Adding their voice to the conversation around illegal immigration is the United Civic Movement (UCM), which is set to brief the media on its stance on the illegal immigration crisis and the impact it's having on local communities. 

Lulu Gaboo spoke with Channel Africa reporter Michael Mbewe to give us a sense of what to expect from today's proceedings.

Following President Cyril Ramaphosa's address on illegal immigration on Sunday, civic groups demanding mass deportations, such as the March and March movement, maintain their hardline stance that, come the 30th of June, all illegal migrants should leave South Africa (SA).
Adding their voice to the conversation around illegal immigration is the United Civic Movement (UCM), which is set to brief the media on its stance on the illegal immigration crisis and the impact it's having on local communities.&nbsp;
Lulu Gaboo spoke with Channel Africa reporter Michael Mbewe to give us a sense of what to expect from today's proceedings.

UNHCR finds that the number of people displaced by conflict and persecution worldwide declined in 2025 for the first time in a decade

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