President Julius Maada Bio has called for stronger African representation at the United Nations Security Council, saying it is a matter of fairness and global balance.
Speaking in a recent interview, President Bio said Africa must have a greater voice in global decision-making, especially at a time when many of the Council’s discussions and resolutions directly affect the continent.
Sierra Leone is currently serving as a non-permanent member of the Security Council for the 2024–2025 term and has already held the rotating presidency twice. According to the president, the experience has given the country a deeper understanding of global politics and international cooperation.
He described the opportunity as both an honour and a learning process, noting that the world is facing complex challenges that require cooperation among nations. The president stressed that countries must work together and support each other in an increasingly interconnected world.
President Bio also highlighted what he described as a long-standing imbalance in global governance. He noted that Africa, with a population of about 1.4 billion people, remains underrepresented despite the fact that a large number of issues discussed by the Security Council relate to the continent.
“It is just fair to make sure that Africa is equally represented,” he said, emphasizing that Sierra Leone has used its position to raise African concerns and perspectives at the global level.
The president’s comments come amid ongoing global discussions on reforming the UN Security Council to reflect current realities and ensure more inclusive representation for developing regions, particularly Africa.
