Refugees are returning to the CAR capital Bangui from DR Congo. UN Security Council: the situation in Central African countries has improved, but instability remains Peace and Security
Central African countries have made progress in a number of important areas over the past six months, but the region continues to face serious challenges, from the aftermath of the war in Sudan to terrorist threats in the Lake Chad basin. This was announced by the Special Representative of the Secretary-General and Head of the UN Regional Office for Central Africa (UNOCA) Abdu Abarri, speaking at a meeting of the Security Council on Thursday.
“The situation in the region remains generally stable, but electoral processes continue to create risks. The war in Sudan and insecurity in the Lake Chad basin are leading to massive population movements and threatening the stability of states in the region,” he warned.
Abarri stressed that Central Africa “needs the constant attention of the Security Council.”
Transition processes
The Special Representative said that by the end of 2025 there will be no countries left in the region in conditions of transitional political processes: after Chad such a process will be completed Gabon.
Talking about the elections in Cameroon On October 12, he reported that the vote itself had taken place in a calm atmosphere, but that subsequent events had caused alarm. Abarri recalled that the Secretary-General had expressed “strong concern” about the violence and the way it was being responded to, calling on authorities to ensure compliance with legal guarantees.
Ongoing tensions
According to in the countries of the Lake Chad basin groups associated with Boko Haram continue to adapt their activities, and the consequences of violence are borne primarily by women and children. Multinational Joint Task Force and called on the international community to support efforts to restore confidence and finance operations.
Sudan Crisis More than 1.2 million Sudanese refugees and Chadian returnees have arrived in Chad in Sudan. After the recent fall of El Fasher, another 12,930 people crossed the border.
He noted the exceptional generosity of host communities, but warned of risks: “Overcrowding in camps increases pressure on resources and services, increasing the risk of malnutrition and disease outbreaks.” More than seven million people need assistance, while the 2025 humanitarian plan has funded only 26.4 percent, he added.
Abarri called on the Security Council to help resolve the conflict in Sudan, which “affects the peace and stability of Chad, the Central African Republic and the entire region.”
Progress in Central African Republic
CAR will hold “historic” parliamentary, regional, municipal and presidential elections on December 28. Abarri noted significant progress in the country, including strengthening border security.
60~p>He emphasized that partners have already committed $9 billion to the National Development Plan for 2024-2028, which will also help improve the situation of residents TsAR.
Dispute settlement
In 2026, elections will be held in the Republic of the Congo and Sao Tome and Principe. Abarri called for a peaceful voting process and noted Congo’s progress in disarmament and reintegration—especially in the Poule department. He also welcomed justice and security sector reforms in Sao Tome and Principe.
Abarri noted the efforts of Economic Community of Central African Countries (ECOCAC) member states to strengthen cooperation, including the recent summit on Rwanda’s return to the organization and negotiations between Gabon and Equateur Guinea on the implementation of the decision of the International Court of Justice on the border. for YOUTH.
“A 20 percent reduction in staff, as well as restrictions or even impossibility of travel within the region due to lack of resources, are seriously hampering our ability to fully carry out our good offices – in a region that is in dire need of them. We hope that thanks to your support, which has never waned, the Regional Office for Central Africa, created at the request of the ECOCAC member states, will be able to continue to fulfill its important mission,” he addressed the UN Security Council.