The United Nations Security Council, entrusted with maintaining international peace and security, was conceived in the aftermath of the Second World War for a world that no longer exists. While its purpose remains indispensable, its structure has not kept pace with the profound transformations that have reshaped our world.
Africa, a continent that frequently occupies the Councilās agenda, still holds no permanent seat at the table where decisions affecting its future are made.
There can be no greater paradox than a global peace architecture that excludes the very regions where peacebuilding and conflict prevention are most urgently needed. Reform is therefore no longer a question of fairness alone; it is a question of effectiveness, legitimacy, and relevance.
At the Oslo Forum 2026 High-Level Public Event, we reaffirmed Africaās rightful claim to a meaningful voice and equitable representation in global decision-making. Africa does not seek to remain a perpetual item on the international agenda; it seeks to be an equal partner in shaping our shared future.