Global South World - historical injustices https://www.globalsouthworld.com/rss/tag/historical%20injustices en-US African Union demands UN Security Council reform over 'historical injustices' against Africa https://www.globalsouthworld.com/article/african-union-demands-un-security-council-reform-over-historical-injustices-against-africa https://www.globalsouthworld.com/article/african-union-demands-un-security-council-reform-over-historical-injustices-against-africa Mon, 25 May 2026 12:55:13 Z Speaking in a video address from Addis Ababa on Monday, May 25, to mark Africa Day, Youssouf said African countries remained united in demanding “a fairer and more balanced multilateral system.”

“Addressing the past injustices suffered by Africans requires rectifying Africa’s representation on the United Nations Security Council,” Youssouf said.

He also argued that meaningful historical reconciliation must include recognition of the impact of slavery and colonialism on the continent.

“Such reparations are appropriate and legitimate,” he stated.

Africa currently has no permanent seat on the UN Security Council despite representing 55 countries through the African Union. The continent currently holds three rotating non-permanent seats and has been campaigning for two permanent seats and five non-permanent seats as part of wider UN reform efforts.

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