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Source: United Nations Office for West Africa and the Sahel (UNOWAS) | Jul 07, 2024

Special Representative of the Secretary General (SRSG) Simão Concluded a Pre-Electoral Mission to Ghana, Called for Peaceful, Transparent, Credible and Inclusive Elections in December 2024

The Special Representative applauded the constructive role played by Ghana in consolidating peace and security in the sub-region

The Special Representative of the Secretary-General and Head of the United Nations Office for West Africa and the Sahel (UNOWAS), Leonardo Santos Simão, concluded a two-day pre-electoral visit to Ghana. The objective of this visit was to engage with authorities and other stakeholders on the electoral process to promote peaceful, transparent,…

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Source: United Nations Office for West Africa and the Sahel (UNOWAS) | Jun 01, 2024

The Special Representative of the Secretary-General (SRSG) Simão concluded a five-day mission to Mauritania, stressed the importance of peaceful and inclusive Presidential elections to strengthening good governance and peace

The objective of this visit was to pursue exchanges with the Mauritanian authorities and other key players to further strengthen the partnership with the United Nations

The Special Representative of the Secretary-General and Head of the United Nations Office for West Africa and the Sahel (UNOWAS), Leonardo Santos Simão, concluded yesterday a five-day visit to the Islamic Republic of Mauritania. As part of the good office activities of the Special Representative, the objective of this visit…

Source: United Nations Office for West Africa and the Sahel (UNOWAS) | Mar 10, 2024

Special Representative, Leonardo Santos Simão, Concludes his Working and Solidarity Visit to Burkina Faso

During his visit, the Special Representative was able to learn about the political, security and humanitarian situation in Burkina Faso

Continuing his good offices efforts, the Special Representative of the Secretary-General and Head of the United Nations Office for West Africa and the Sahel (UNOWAS), Leonardo Santos Simão, concluded yesterday a three-day working and solidarity visit to Burkina Faso. During his visit, the Special Representative was able to learn about…

Source: United Nations Office for West Africa and the Sahel (UNOWAS) | Mar 07, 2024

In Yaoundé, SRSG Simão welcomes the commitment of Cameroon and Nigeria to finalize the demarcation process, reaffirms the support of the United Nations

The visit is part of the continuing commitment of the Chairman of the Cameroon-Nigeria Mixed Commission to support the tireless efforts of both delegations to complete the border demarcation process

In his capacity as Chairman of the Cameroon-Nigeria Mixed Commission (CNMC), the Special Representative of the United Nations Secretary-General for West Africa and the Sahel (UNOWAS), Leonardo Santos Simão, concluded yesterday a three-day visit to Yaoundé, Cameroon. The visit is part of the continuing commitment of the Chairman of the…

Source: United Nations Office for West Africa and the Sahel (UNOWAS) | Mar 01, 2024

United Nations Office for West Africa and the Sahel (UNOWAS) and Mano River Union Sign a Framework of Cooperation Agreement to Further Strengthen their Partnership to Address Security Challenges and Promote Peace

This Framework of Cooperation outlines the main areas for joint activities to promote peace, security and stability within the Member States of the sub regional organization

The United Nations Office for West Africa and the Sahel (UNOWAS) and the Mano River Union (MRU) agreed, to further strengthen their partnership, by signing today a triennial Framework of Cooperation Agreement (FCA) for 2024 – 2026. Signed by the acting Deputy Special Representative of the United Nations Secretary General…

Source: United Nations Office for West Africa and the Sahel (UNOWAS) | Feb 29, 2024

In Accra, The Special Representative, Leonardo Santos Simão, Commends Ghana’s Leadership Role in the Advancement of Security in the Sub-Region, And Highlights the Centrality of Partnerships to Address Challenges

Discussed various issues pertaining to peace and security in the sub-region, including the continuous threats of terrorism and maritime security

The Special Representative of the Secretary-General and Head of the United Nations Office for West Africa and the Sahel (UNOWAS), Leonardo Santos Simão, concluded today a three-day working visit to Accra, Ghana. During his visit, Mr. Simão was received by His Excellency, Mr. Nana Akufo-Addo, President of Ghana, with whom…

Source: United Nations Office for West Africa and the Sahel (UNOWAS) | Jan 13, 2024

At the United Nations Security Council, Special Representative Simão Reiterates United Nations Office for West Africa and the Sahel (UNOWAS) Commitment to Working with Regional and International Partners to Consolidate Peace, Security and Democracy in West Africa and the Sahel

Mr. Simão praised the successful conduct of the presidential election in Liberia, which "demonstrated the capacity of institutions to organize credible polls and to establish governments with constitutional legitimacy"

The Special Representative of the Secretary-General and Head of the United Nations Office for West Africa and the Sahel (UNOWAS), Leonardo Santos Simão, yesterday presented to the United Nations Security Council the latest report of the Secretary-General on the activities of UNOWAS. The report covers the period from 30 June 30…

Source: United Nations Office for West Africa and the Sahel (UNOWAS) | Jan 12, 2024

At the United Nations Security Council, Special Representative Simão Reiterates D’ United Nations Office for West Africa and the Sahel’s (UNOWAS) Commitment to Working with Regional and International Partners to Consolidate Peace, Security and Democracy in West Africa and the Sahel

In his statement, the Special Representative also expressed concern about the shrinking civic and political space in some countries of the subregion

Source: United Nations Office for West Africa and the Sahel (UNOWAS) | Dec 23, 2023

United Nations Office for West Africa and the Sahel (UNOWAS) supports full Participation of Women in Political Processes

Progress has been made, but a lot still to be done to ensure full participation of women in political processes in the region

The United Nations Office for West Africa and the Sahel (UNOWAS) hosted yesterday a conference on the role of women in electoral processes. The objective of the conference was to assess the current strategies and enhance their effectiveness to better bolster women's involvement in electoral processes across West Africa and…

Source: United Nations Office for West Africa and the Sahel (UNOWAS) | Dec 22, 2023

Open Day on the Implementation in Africa and the Sahel of United Nations Security Council Resolutions 1325 (2000) and subsequent on Gender, Women, Youth, Peace and Security

Over 200 participants took part in the event, including women and young leaders from West Africa and the Sahel

The Regional Open Day on United Nations Security Council Resolutions 1325 (2000) et seq. on Gender, Women, Youth, Peace and Security was held on December 20, 2023, in Nouakchott, Islamic Republic of Mauritania, under the co-presidency of Ms. Savia N'Tahah, Minister of Social Action, Childhood and Family of the Islamic…

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