Ruto rallies Africa to push for UNSC reforms

President William Ruto has called on African leaders to unite in championing reforms of the United Nations Security Council.

The President said Africa’s exclusion from the UN Security Council is unacceptable and indefensible.

The president criticised world leaders at the United Nations for consistently sidelining Africa in global decision-making. He warned that Africa would no longer accept being treated as an observer on issues that directly impact its people and future.

Speaking during the General Assembly Debate at the United Nations headquarters in New York on Wednesday evening, Ruto delivered a sharp critique of the current global governance architecture, particularly the structure and functioning of the UN Security Council.

“You cannot claim to be the United Nations while disregarding the voice of 54 nations. It is not possible,” Ruto declared.

 “Africa is no longer willing to wait on the margins of global governance while decisions on peace, security and development are made without our understanding, perspective and voices.”