TradePost takes its first steps in Côte d’Ivoire
20.04.2026 — In early December 2025, Abidjan became the focal point of a new chapter in postal trade facilitation. Over five days, representatives of the Government of Côte d’Ivoire, customs authorities, La Poste de Côte d’Ivoire and designated postal operators from across West Africa met with the Universal Postal Union (UPU) to launch TradePost in the country.
Bridging the digital divide via the Post
17.04.2026 — The latest data from the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) has revealed that despite rapid growth in global connectivity, 2.2 billion people remain unconnected to the internet. This figure represents roughly a quarter of the global population, with most unconnected individuals living in low- and middle-income countries.
UPU achieves recognition under UN gender equality framework
30.03.2026 — The UPU’s commitment to gender equality and the empowerment of women has been acknowledged under the UN System-wide Action Plan’s (UN-SWAP) second programme iteration, spearheaded by UN Women.