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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…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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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

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…

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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…

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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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At the 64th Ordinary Session of Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), Special Representative Simão Stresses the Importance of Continued Dialogue and Engagement with Transition Countries

Simão had a series of meetings with Nigerian authorities and regional partners

The Special Representative of the United Nations Secretary-General for West Africa and the Sahel (UNOWAS), Leonardo Santos Simão, concluded yesterday a one-week working visit to Nigeria's capital, Abuja. During his visit,  Simão had a series of meetings with Nigerian authorities and regional partners. He also participated in the 91st ordinary session of…

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Special Representative of the Secretary General (SRSG) Simao Dialogues with Young People on the 8th Anniversary of United Nations (UN) Security Council Resolution 2250 (2015) On Youth, Peace and Security

This gathering facilitated the creation of a platform for young people to express their concerns and views, and to exchange on the implementation of the Youth, Peace and Security agenda

On December 4, 2023, the Special Representative of the United Nations Secretary-General for West Africa and the Sahel, Mr. Leonardo Santos Simão, engaged in a regional dialogue with young women and men from West African and Sahelian countries to mark the commemoration of the 8th anniversary of United Nations Security…