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UN official in Rwanda to assess peacekeeping costs
New Times  |  Sep 17, 2025

As of July 31, 2025, Rwanda ranked second in terms of contribution of uniformed personnel to United Nations (UN) peacekeeping missions, with 5,905 per...

UN urged to rethink peacekeeping mandates to tackle organised crime in conflict zones
Mary Wambui  |  May 29, 2025

The findings come at a time when peacekeeping operations in the world are folding, with the last United Nations mission having been deployed in 2014.

National Assembly approves additional cash for underfunded police functions
Mary Wambui  |  Mar 26, 2025

The allocation of the Sh2.5 billion to the mission raises questions as the UN Trust Fund created to support the mission has met its costs and has enou...

United Nations extends DR Congo peacekeeping mission for a year
Reuters  |  Dec 21, 2024

The renewal means nearly 11,000 peacekeepers will continue their deployment until at least December 2025.

Kenya, Ethiopia, Uganda, and Rwanda ranked among top troop contributors for peace missions
Mary Wambui  |  May 29, 2024

According to the UN, more than two million peacekeepers have served in 71 missions, helping countries navigate the difficult path from war to peace si...

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