UN calls for efforts to aid Africa's growth

FM highlights role of intl organizations in boosting continent's say in world affairs

After a high-level meeting hosted by China, the United Nations Security Council has spoken in one voice, urging the international community to give Africa equitable access to COVID-19 vaccines and medical supplies.

Council members agreed on facilitating the transfer of vaccine-related technologies and their intellectual property rights.

They also emphasized the need to address the fundamental causes and drivers of conflicts in Africa and empower the continent's sustainable growth, according to a statement issued after the high-level council meeting on Wednesday.