Statement from the UPU Director General on the passing of former UPU Deputy Director General Moussibahou Mazou
16.07.2026 — I am deeply saddened to hear about the passing of my dear colleague, mentor and friend, Mr Moussibahou Mazou. He leaves behind a rich legacy in the postal sector – one marked by passion, leadership and the ceaseless pursuit of knowledge.
UPU and ITU to strengthen collaboration on capacity development in AI and cybersecurity
10.07.2026 — On the sidelines of the AI for Good Global Summit 2026, held in Geneva from 7 to 10 July 2026, the Universal Postal Union (UPU) and the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) reaffirmed their shared commitment to strengthening collaboration on capacity development in artificial intelligence (AI) and cybersecurity, helping countries accelerate inclusive digital transformation and address the emerging risks and opportunities associated with these technologies.
UPU and UNITAR join forces to help governments bridge the digital divide
09.07.2026 — The Universal Postal Union (UPU) and the United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) that will see them share resources to provide digital inclusion professional development resources for governments and other postal stakeholders.