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Voter registration in the Democratic Republic of Congo

4 May - With more than 27 million eligible voters in a country that lacks the most basic infrastructure, elections in the Democratic Republic of Congo are no easy task. Therefore, preparations are underway for a large-scale voter registration update that begins June 7.

UNDP supports legal services to those affected by HIV/AIDS
6 May - UNDP, the International Development Law Organization and the UNAIDS Secretariat hosted an expert consultation on strengthening and expanding HIV legal services.

Cyclone Nargis in Myanmar: One year on
2 May - It was a year ago today when Cyclone Nargis struck the coast of Myanmar, leaving a trail of unprecedented destruction. One year on, considerable progress has been made.

  • Photos: After Cyclone Nargis

    • World Press Freedom Day
    1 May - In a significant step towards free media, Sierra Leone is preparing for an independent public-service radio to replace the government-run broadcast service.

  • 3 May: Media's role in elections a hot topic in Iraqi Kurdistan

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    UNDP around the world

    Sri Lanka

    UN, Sri Lanka government appeal for aid for displaced civilians

    Iraq

    UNDP to aid Kurdistan Region Government

    Timor-Leste

    Mobile court takes justice to doorsteps in Timor-Leste

    Burkina Faso

    Eighty volunteer teachers work to combat illiteracy

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