The United Nations Department of Peace Operations utilises UN Peacekeeping as a tool to aid conflict-torn countries in establishing the necessary conditions for enduring peace.... CLICK TO READ THE FULL NEWS HERE▶▶
The peacekeepers are often unarmed or lightly armed. Their primary goal is to promote long-term peace and deter violence.
The UN Security Council, in a testament to the importance of global cooperation, establishes missions to maintain peace. These missions are deployed to conflict-torn areas with the agreement of all parties involved, highlighting the collaborative nature of UN peacekeeping efforts.
The United Nations affirms that military and police personnel primarily serve in their respective national forces and are then assigned to collaborate with the UN.
Africa’s unique and active role in UN peacekeeping missions not only enhances the continent’s standing in global affairs but also underscores its significant contributions to these crucial operations.
On that note, here are the top 10 African countries with the most contributors to UN peacekeeping missions as of June 2024.
