UN SPECIAL POLITICAL AND DECOLONIZATION

CAPACITY BUILDING FOR AFRICAN PEACEKEEPING

The issue of building and enhancing the capacity of African nations to conduct their peacekeeping operations is a critical aspect of global efforts to promote stability and security on the continent. Over the years, Africa has been home to numerous conflicts and post-colonial challenges that necessitate robust and effective peacekeeping initiatives. Recognizing the importance of regional ownership and the need for self-sufficiency in managing crises, the international community and the United Nations have emphasized the imperative of empowering African nations to take a leading role in peacekeeping efforts within their borders and across the continent. As delegates of African nations to the Special Political and Decolonization Committee, you all have a fundamental responsibility to the citizens of your nations to work together towards enhancing the African nation’s ability to defend themselves from violent conflicts.