Kenya seeks Africa slot in United Nations Security Council

Deputy President William Ruto with UN General Assembly President Peter Thomson yesterday. Ruto met Thomson on the sidelines of the ongoing UN General Assembly in New York. [PICTURE: DPPS]

Kenya's push for UN Security Council reforms to allow Africa more say has been backed by a top official of a global body.

The 71st United Nations General Assembly President Peter Thomson has acknowledged the frustration African countries face in the UN Security Council and promised to try to address issues raised by the continent.