insert_link Africa Africa on the UN security council: why the continent should have two permanent seats By Sithembile Mbete, University of Pretoria Africa’s desire to be fully represented in all decision-making organs of the United Nations (UN), particularly in the security council, is informed by three factors. First, repairing the historical injustice of its underrepresentation in global governance. Second, recognising African contributions in shaping the contemporary world order. Third, the urgency of securing the legitimacy of the UN in the face of emerging threats […] todayAugust 19, 2024 9
insert_link Africa UN warns of risks in DRC peacekeeping exit The head of the United Nations peacekeeping mission in the Democratic Republic of Congo has warned against rushing the withdrawal of peacekeepers from the east of the DRC due to the ongoing violence between government forces and rebels. Bintou Keita made the call on the sidelines of the UN Security Council meeting in New York. todayJuly 10, 2024 12
insert_link Africa United Nations begins withdrawal from DRC The United Nations peacekeeping mission in the Democratic Republic of Congo is set to pull out 2000 troops from the east of the country by the end of April in the first phase of its withdrawal from the DRC. Chris Ocamringa has more from Kinshasa. todayJanuary 16, 2024 6
