President Paul Kagame, who spearheaded significant reforms as the Chairperson of the African Union (AU), has emphasized the need for equitable African representation in the United Nations Security Council.
Kagame, known for championing transformative changes within the AU, reiterated that, “One permanent seat would have to be held by the AU Commission and the second seat by an African country on a rotational basis! Not held by any single country permanently.”
His comments come as the United States officially supports the creation of two permanent seats for Africa on the Security Council.
Kagame’s tenure as AU Chair saw sweeping reforms to strengthen the union, including the signing of the African Continental Free Trade Agreement (AfCFTA), marking a historic step towards deeper African integration.
His continued advocacy for rotational leadership at the global level reflects his broader vision of ensuring that Africa speaks with a unified voice on international platforms.
The U.S. announcement, led by Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield, aligns with these calls, as Washington backs two permanent seats for African nations and one rotating seat for small island developing states.
This push for fair representation is a reflection of Africa’s growing role on the world stage, with Kagame’s vision of balanced leadership positioning Rwanda and the African Union as key voices in shaping global governance.
