Candidates for UN Secretary General 2026
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Candidates for UN Secretary General 2026
António Guterres of Portugal will leave office on December 31 after two five-year terms.
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Economist Braganza: Africa must keep pushing UN reforms for greater influence
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Economist Braganza: Africa must keep pushing UN reforms for greater influence
Speaking to Radio Generation on Friday, Braganza described the annual United Nations General Assembly as an important platform through which African governments can advance their interests, negotiate with other countries and challenge existing structures of global governance
By Chrispho OwuorChina calls for stronger Kenya ties to push global Governance reforms
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China calls for stronger Kenya ties to push global Governance reforms
In a September 24, 2026 update, Guo said the United Nations should remain at the centre of international cooperation, with countries relying on dialogue and consultation to deal with global challenges.
By Chrispho OwuorGuterres: Africa’s exclusion from UN Security Council is unjust
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Guterres: Africa’s exclusion from UN Security Council is unjust
The UN chief described Africa’s exclusion from the permanent membership of the Security Council as an injustice, arguing that the continent should have a greater role in decisions on matters affecting international peace and security.
By Bradley BosireRuto renews push for UN Security Council reform, demands Africa inclusion
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Ruto renews push for UN Security Council reform, demands Africa inclusion
Speaking at the Africa Forward Summit at KICC, President William Ruto renewed calls for urgent UN Security Council reform, arguing Africa’s lack of permanent seats weakens legitimacy. UN Secretary-General António Guterres made similar appeals in Nairobi.
By David AbonyoUN chief renews push for global reforms, says Africa still faces historic injustice
Nairobi
UN chief renews push for global reforms, says Africa still faces historic injustice
Guterres said the structure of global governance remains unfair to Africa, especially in major financial and security institutions that continue to shape international decisions.
By David Abonyo