… Last year, the UN Security Council approved transforming the mission into a more robust anti-gang force. …
Haiti gang violence displaces more than 5,000: IOMKenya Minute.
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Multilateral body subject of African reform calls, with persistent discussion of permanent African representation and governance reform in recent coverage.
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- May 2026
… A continent of 1.4 billion people still has no permanent seat on the UN Security Council. …
YVONNE'S TAKE: Africa do unto others… He called for reform of global peace and security governance, particularly the UN Security Council, saying it is “indefensible” for Africa to lack permanent representation. …
Ruto cites Kenya’s affordable housing financing model as he urges Africa to mobilise domestic capital… On peace and security, leaders backed African-led solutions through the African Union Peace and Security Architecture (APSA) and called for stronger cooperation between the African Union and the United Nations under UN Security Council Resolution 2719. …
Inside the 11-point Africa Forward 2026 Summit declaration… He was emphatic that there would be no justice until there is permanent African membership of the UN Security Council. …
Ruto, UN chief Guterres break ground for expanded UNON Assembly Hall in Nairobi… The Secretary General’s advocacy for Africa’s voice in the UN system follows ongoing efforts for the continent to have permanent membership in the UN Security Council. …
Guterres champions for Africa’s voice in the UN, removal of global obstacles… institutions of governance in the world were done without the African presence and the region is paying the huge price for debt,” he said.Guterres renewed calls for reforms to global governance systems, insisting Africa deserves permanent representation at the UN Security Council …
Guterres demands global financial justice for Africa… e took effect on April 8. - 'High alert' - Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth said Washington was "not looking for a fight" over the waterway, while warning that any more attacks would be met with a "devastating response." Washington and Gulf countries have drafted a UN Security Council …
Trump threatens new Iran strikes, piling on pressure for peace deal… Rubio accused Iran of "holding the world's economy hostage" through threats to shipping and the laying of sea mines, and said Washington and Gulf allies had drafted a UN Security Council resolution demanding Tehran halt attacks and disclose the location of mines. …
US pauses Hormuz escorts in bid for deal, as threats continue- April 2026
… Its role in securing African Union membership in the G20, supporting African inclusion in BRICS, and backing reform of the UN Security Council underscores a broader ambition to strengthen Global South cooperation. …
India–Africa Summit Signals Strategic Reset in Trade, Energy and Global South Partnerships
World & Region
Haiti gang violence displaces over 5,000 since May 10
The News
Armed gangs swept through neighbourhoods north of Haiti's capital, forcing more than 5,000 people to leave their homes since Sunday, according to the International Organization for Migration. Homes were looted and set on fire, shops and schools were vandalised, and medical workers reported an unprecedented spike in gunshot victims.
15 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Thursday 14 May
Haiti gang violence displaces over 5,000 since May 10
Armed gangs swept through neighbourhoods north of Haiti's capital, forcing more than 5,000 people to leave their homes since Sunday, according to the International Organization for Migration. Homes were looted and set on fire, shops and schools were vandalised, and medical workers reported an unprecedented spike in gunshot victims.
15 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Yesterday
Africa demands stronger voice in global governance institutions
World leaders are renewing discussions about giving Africa greater representation in global governance, particularly in institutions shaping finance, security, trade and diplomacy. The continent argues that current global systems, built after World War II, do not reflect modern realities and continue to disadvantage developing economies.
14 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Monday 11 May
Ruto urges Africa to mobilize domestic capital, build equal partnerships
President Ruto opened the Africa Forward Summit in Nairobi alongside French President Macron, calling for Africa's development to move away from dependency and unsustainable borrowing towards domestic resource mobilization. He cited Kenya's affordable housing financing model and urged stronger cooperation grounded in sovereign equality and mutual respect rather than hierarchy.
12 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Africa Forward 2026 Summit adopts eleven-point partnership declaration
African leaders and French representatives adopted the Africa Forward 2026 Summit Declaration in Nairobi, outlining a partnership agenda focused on peace, agriculture, health, energy, digital transformation, and economic growth based on mutual respect and co-development. The declaration emphasizes African-led security solutions, agricultural transformation, UN Security Council reform, and cooperation on climate-smart practices and terrorism prevention.
12 May 2026 · The Standard →
Sunday 10 May
Ruto, Guterres break ground for UNON Assembly Hall expansion
President William Ruto and UN Secretary-General António Guterres broke ground for the expansion and modernisation of the United Nations Office in Nairobi, which Ruto said will position Nairobi as a premium hub for conferences and exhibitions. Kenya is investing $1.1 billion in support of Nairobi's infrastructure upgrade, including roads, street lighting, river regeneration, and ICT systems.
11 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Guterres advocates for Africa's permanent UN Security Council seat
UN Secretary-General António Guterres has renewed his push for fair representation of African countries in the multilateral system, arguing that Africa has demonstrated potential in clean energy, digital innovation, peacebuilding, and economic transformation, but is held back by global obstacles including unjust borrowing costs and debt burdens.
11 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Guterres criticizes global financial system for unfair African treatment
UN Secretary-General António Guterres, speaking in Nairobi at the Africa Forward Summit 2026, criticized the global financial system for disadvantaging African countries, noting that African nations pay more than three times more than developed countries to obtain loans and are excluded from major global decision-making institutions. He called for reforms including permanent African representation on the UN Security Council and a stronger voice in global financial institutions.
11 May 2026 · The Standard →
Tuesday 5 May
Trump threatens renewed Iran strikes to pressure peace talks
US President Donald Trump threatened Iran on Wednesday with resumed bombing at increased intensity if it does not agree to a peace deal, after halting his "Project Freedom" campaign in the Strait of Hormuz with hopes for a breakthrough in negotiations.
6 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
US pauses Strait of Hormuz escorts to pursue Iran peace deal
President Trump announced the US will pause its operation escorting commercial ships through the Strait of Hormuz, citing progress toward a peace agreement with Iran. Secretary of State Rubio said the US has completed offensive operations against Iran while reserving the right to respond to further attacks on shipping.
6 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Monday 27 April
India–Africa Forum Summit returns May 31 after nine-year hiatus
The fourth India–Africa Forum Summit, scheduled for May 31 in New Delhi after a nine-year delay since 2015, aims to reset bilateral engagement in trade, energy and development partnerships. Africa is the largest recipient of India's overseas development assistance, with over $10 billion extended through Lines of Credit across 41 countries.
28 April 2026 · Capital News →