UNOCA
United Nations Regional Office for Central Africa
Femme dans un camp de refugies au Congo. @Samperode Mba/UNOCA
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Central Africa: progress and persistent crises

On Tuesday 9 June, the Assistant Secretary-General for Africa, Martha Pobee, presented to the Security Council the 30th report of the UN Secretary-General on the situation in Central Africa and the activities of the United Nations Regional Office for Central Africa (UNOCA). The report highlights a mixed geopolitical situation characterised by political and democratic progress in some countries and persistent conflicts in others. Over the past six…

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UNOCA promotes a regional approach in Central Africa that supports peace and security, strengthens institutions, and mobilizes cooperation to address political, humanitarian, and development challenges across the subregion.

The United Nations Regional Office for Central Africa (UNOCA) advances political dialogue, conflict prevention, and mediation efforts, working closely with the Economic Community of Central African States (ECCAS), national authorities, and local partners. It also responds to cross-border threats, including armed groups, maritime insecurity in the Gulf of Guinea, and climate-related security risks, while fostering long-term stability and regional cooperation in Central Africa.

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United Nations Regional Office for Central Africa

UNOCA promotes a regional approach in Central Africa that supports peace and security, strengthens institutions, and mobilizes cooperation to address political, humanitarian, and development challenges across the subregion.