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lines on the record: 226
first: 2004-10-28
most recent: 2023-05-03
sittings or episodes: 41
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“We are referring, more specifically, to the partnerships that involve Governments, the private sector, civil society and academia working together to find innovative solutions to existing and emerging threats to peace. Lastly, I would like to conclude by underscoring the need for the international community to act decisively on the findings of the recently published report of the Secretary-General, entitled “Progress towards the Sustainable Development Goals: Towards a Rescue Plan for People and Planet”, which states that the SDGs are in trouble. Those findings, if not addressed, will have an adverse impact on efforts aimed at peacebuilding and sustaining peace, including futureproofing trust.”
2023-05-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9315Resumption1 (2023) · source
“Since the United Nations is a beacon of multilateralism, we agree with the assertion made by the Secretary- General that we need multilateralism that is more effective in delivering on its promises and, consequently, is more trusted. In that regard, the Security Council needs to play its role in ensuring that it is consistent and effective in dealing with matters of peace and security so that people in long-standing conflict situations, such as Palestine and Western Sahara, can trust that the multilateral system will address their situations in an even-handed manner, based on international law. Fifthly, partnerships among various actors on shared objectives at local, national, regional and international levels are also vital in promoting trust in leadership and institutions.”
2023-05-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9315Resumption1 (2023) · source
“Thirdly, we agree that normative frameworks and complementary institutions are important in enhancing trust within States and between States. National institutions aimed at rendering services expected by the population and regional agreements and entities that foster peace and good-neighbourliness are some of the confidence-building measures required to harness trust. However, scrupulous implementation, monitoring and evaluation are important elements if such measures are to be effective. Fourth, trust must also extend to intergovernmental organizations that many developing countries rely on to advance their development aspirations, such as the United Nations and international financial institutions.”
2023-05-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9315Resumption1 (2023) · source
“There are various facets of trust that need to be considered as we engage in the process of elaborating a New Agenda for Peace. First, causes of mistrust are diverse and differ in each country or regional situation. A one-size-fits-all diagnosis or solution should be avoided. Efforts aimed at building, restoring and futureproofing trust should therefore be guided by empirical evidence, based on the specificities of each situation. Secondly, trust, in relation to inter- or intra-State conflict, remains a key element in any peacebuilding scenario. As we learned from the sharing of best practices in the Peacebuilding Commission meetings, trust is often developed through continuous dialogue; political, economic and social inclusion; and an acknowledgement or understanding of our interdependence.”
2023-05-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9315Resumption1 (2023) · source
“South Africa congratulates Switzerland for its first-ever assumption of the presidency of the Security Council, and we wish you well, Madam President, during your term in the Council. We thank you, Madam, for convening today’s open debate, and we wish to thank all the briefers for sharing their insights on this topic. Building trust is one of the commitments made by our leaders in their declaration on the commemoration of the seventy-fifth anniversary of the United Nations (General Assembly resolution 75/1). The report of the Secretary-General, Our Common Agenda (A/75/982), also buttresses the imperative of building trust through inclusive societies, which is one of the priority targets of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).”
2023-05-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9315Resumption1 (2023) · source
“In conclusion, in the spirit of the theme of today’s open debate, South Africa calls on all States Members of the United Nations committed to the responsible regulation of export controls of conventional weapons to ratify and accede to the Arms Trade Treaty without further delay. This will ensure that our words are strengthened by our concrete commitment to multilateral outcomes.”
2023-04-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9301 (2023) · source
“As stated in the objectives of the Treaty, the ATT aims to establish the highest possible common international standards for regulating or improving the regulation of the international trade in conventional arms, as well as to prevent and eradicate the illicit trade in conventional arms and prevent their diversion. The ATT may be perceived by some States, including some represented at this table, to have certain shortcomings, but there is no clear reason why this should be an obstacle to any State Member of the United Nations becoming a State party to the Treaty. The ATT is a global instrument that is unique in nature, and there is currently simply no alternative to it as far as arms trade is concerned in terms of furthering respect for the United Nations Charter, particularly its Article 2.”
2023-04-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9301 (2023) · source
“In addition, as far as United Nations political processes are concerned, South Africa consistently participates in and submits it annual reports to the United Nations Register of Conventional Arms. We continue to be one of the three main sponsors, along with Colombia and Japan, of the annual General Assembly resolution entitled “The illicit trade in small arms and light weapons in all its aspects”, most recently, General Assembly resolution 77/71. Under the theme of this debate, South Africa wishes to emphasize that the adoption of the Arms Trade Treaty (ATT) arose from the growing global need, desire and resolve to deal with and curb inadequate controls on the global conventional arms trade.”
2023-04-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9301 (2023) · source
“This act of parliament was the result of South Africa’s decision in 1995 to create the National Conventional Arms Control Committee, which is at the Cabinet level. The primary goal of this Committee has been, and still is, to establish and promote our country as a responsible producer, possessor and trader in conventional arms, advanced technologies and dual-use goods. South Africa continues to be an active and constructive partner in terms of global conventional arms control, particularly as a State party to such legally binding instruments as the Certain Conventional Weapons Convention, the Anti-Personnel Mine Ban Treaty and the Convention on Cluster Munitions.”
2023-04-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9301 (2023) · source
“South Africa congratulates the Russian Federation on its assumption of the presidency of the Security Council for the month of April. We welcome the opportunity to participate in today’s open debate on this important matter, which affects the attainment of peace and security in many parts of the world. I would like to thank Under- Secretary-General Nakamitsu for her briefing, which shed much light on the threats posed to international peace and security by the risks stemming from violations of agreements regulating the export of weapons and military equipment. The regulation of South Africa’s conventional arms, including the transfer of such arms, is governed strictly by our country’s National Conventional Arms Control Act.”
2023-04-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9301 (2023) · source
“We, as the international community, must seek a solution that facilitates equality and equity for all who have the right to live in the territories of Israel and Palestine. In the absence of that, security, dignity and prosperity will not be achieved.”
2023-01-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9246Resumption1 (2023) · source
“General Assembly resolution 77/247, which was adopted a few weeks ago, in accordance with Article 96 of the Charter of the United Nations, requests the International Court of Justice to render an advisory opinion on the legal consequences arising from Israel’s ongoing violation of the right of the Palestinian people to self-determination, from its prolonged occupation, settlement and annexation of the Palestinian territory occupied since 1967, including measures aimed at altering the demographic composition, character and status of the Holy City of Jerusalem, and from its adoption of related discriminatory legislation and measures. In conclusion, South Africa will continue to advocate for a solution premised on a just settlement with just laws that are rights-based.”
2023-01-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9246Resumption1 (2023) · source
“Let us be clear: the continued occupation perpetuates violence and increases violations of Palestinian rights. It is also disconcerting that sacred, holy sites have again become proxy grounds for incitement and provocation. Those actions distance us further from a two-State solution. As the international community, we must be resolute in upholding international law, international humanitarian law and international human rights law in order to ensure the maintenance of peace and security.”
2023-01-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9246Resumption1 (2023) · source
“Is that why the United Nations was created — we ask ourselves — to receive reports on violations of human rights and international law, increased violence and civilians being killed without attempting to say or do anything? The international community has acknowledged that the only solution to the Palestinian-Israeli matter is a two-State solution whereby Palestinians and Israelis live side by side. That has been the consistent United Nations approach since the General Assembly adopted resolution 181 (II) in 1947. Yet today Palestinians continue to live under occupation and be deprived of their right to self-determination. We cannot sit in this Chamber and lament the non-implementation of United Nations resolutions if we continue to condone the non-implementation of resolutions adopted 75 years ago.”
2023-01-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9246Resumption1 (2023) · source
“We thank you, Sir, for convening this meeting. Every year, month and day that the illegal Israeli occupation of Palestinian lands continues results in a more elusive peace. The monthly Security Council briefings present a bleaker picture month by month. Since we last met (see S/PV.9236), the situation has become even more precarious for Palestinians. Increased settler violence, apartheid-like conditions, attacks on civilians, extrajudicial killings and attacks on holy sites are some of the examples of the worsening situation. Four children have been killed by the Israeli security forces this year and the first month of this year is not yet over. That situation cannot be allowed to continue. If nothing is done, we will meet again in a month’s time and lament even more violence and deaths.”
2023-01-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9246Resumption1 (2023) · source
“Finally, we underscore the importance of synergies and complementarity between peacebuilding and peacekeeping and call for enhanced collaboration between the Peacebuilding Commission and the Security Council, particularly during the consideration of mission mandates and transition periods.”
2022-11-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9181Resumption1 (2022) · source
“In line with the outcome of the sixteenth African Union-United Nations joint consultative meeting, held on 14 October, the African Union (AU) and regional organizations continue to be at the forefront of working to pacify conflicts on our continent in support of the Security Council’s mandate to maintain international peace and security. In that context, we reiterate our call for the United Nations to do its part and contribute to the financing of AU-led peace support operations authorized by the Council from its core resources, as recognized in many of its resolutions, in particular resolutions 2320 (2016) and 2378 (2017).”
2022-11-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9181Resumption1 (2022) · source
“We would like to join other speakers in underscoring that transformative and innovative strategies must be adopted as part of resilience-building in peace operations. They include but are not limited to the full implementation of commitments made to advancing the women and peace and security agenda. We must therefore pursue every means of ensuring targeted recruitment and the availability of facilities that are adequate and appropriate for women peacekeepers, as well as women’s mentorship and training programmes, in order to increase the level of women’s participation in peacekeeping operations. We would also like to emphasize the importance of partnerships between the United Nations, regional organizations and subregional organizations.”
2022-11-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9181Resumption1 (2022) · source
“We are pleased that the ongoing reform process of United Nations peacekeeping operations is exploring the use of new technologies to enhance their efficiency and effectiveness in terms of strategic communications, as well as ensuring the safety and security of peacekeepers, shelter and camp management, health, the protection of civilians and the overall efficient implementation of the mandates. South Africa had the honour of hosting the sixth International Partnership for Technology in Peacekeeping Symposium in June, where we discussed the role of advanced modern technology in peacekeeping operations and identified the successes, challenges and opportunities that the United Nations could leverage.”
2022-11-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9181Resumption1 (2022) · source
“We were also reminded today by some delegations, including that of Kenya, that the idea of peacekeeping operations in itself was an innovation that was not included in the Charter of the United Nations. Peacekeeping by its nature should therefore continually evolve and adapt to changing circumstances. Nevertheless, in ensuring the evolution of peacekeeping, we should use all its existing tools mandated by the Security Council to their full extent. For example, the existing doctrine gives peacekeeping missions sufficient tools to fulfil their mandates for the protection of civilians, so it is when peacekeeping missions underperform in those areas that their efficiency and utility are questioned.”
2022-11-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9181Resumption1 (2022) · source
“The evolving nature of threats, the dynamism of international peace and security and the complex, volatile and dangerous environments in which peacekeeping missions operate, including their increasing exposure to asymmetrical threats, requires us to continually strengthen collective resilience and adaptation in the wider peacemaking architecture. As many speakers have highlighted in today’s debate, peace operations have undergone significant shifts since they were first conceived of. Those changes, accompanied by an evolving dynamic environment, call for adaptation and resilience in peace operations in order to ensure that they meet present and future security needs.”
2022-11-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9181Resumption1 (2022) · source
“My delegation expresses its appreciation to you, Madam, and your delegation for convening this important meeting to shine a spotlight on the imperative role of resilience-building in peace operations to sustain peace. We extend our gratitude to Secretary-General António Guterres and all of our briefers for their insightful interventions this morning. South Africa reiterates its support for United Nations peacekeeping as one of the mechanisms at the Organization’s disposal for promoting international peace and security, especially the protection of civilians. We echo the view that we should pursue peacekeeping operations that are relevant, effective, efficient and fit for purpose in a changing and dynamic environment.”
2022-11-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9181Resumption1 (2022) · source
“We also believe that community and traditional leaders can support peace and foster social cohesion at all levels, including through the reintegration of former combatants. Thirdly, we continue to urge that the deployment of the East African Community troops to the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo be done in close coordination with the United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo to ensure coherence and complementarity. Fourthly and lastly, we appreciate the support provided by the good offices of the United Nations, most notably the Special Envoy of the Secretary- General for the Great Lakes Region, who briefed us this morning, for the implementation of the United Nations Strategy for Peace Consolidation, Conflict Prevention and Conflict Resolution in the Great Lakes Region.”
2022-10-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9165 (2022) · source
“Secondly, we note the ongoing regional mediation efforts, in particular those within the East African Community-led Nairobi process, as well as the trust- building efforts led by Angola to strengthen political and diplomatic cooperation. We hope that all such efforts under way to advance the political processes in the region will complement each other and be inclusive of all stakeholders, such as civil society, including women and youth peacebuilding organizations. In that regard, we also note the recent operationalization of the Great Lakes Women Entrepreneurs Network, the efforts of which support the participation of all segments of society in regional efforts, including domestic efforts to increase the participation of women.”
2022-10-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9165 (2022) · source
“We thank the briefers for their insightful briefings this morning. We wish to highlight the following points. First, we commend the countries of the region for their efforts to advance the implementation of the Peace, Security and Cooperation Framework for the Democratic Republic of the Congo and the Region, as highlighted in the Secretary-General’s report (S/2022/735). We encourage the region to strengthen its efforts amid the challenges posed by the coronavirus disease pandemic, violence against marginalized groups, forced displacement and non-State armed groups, which continue to undermine peacebuilding, stability and development. We support the enhanced diplomatic engagements and outreach among the countries of the region, and we stress the need for the political commitments made to be honoured by all.”
2022-10-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9165 (2022) · source
“In conclusion, we look forward to the twenty- seventh Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change, to be held in Egypt, as an African-owned and implementation conference. It should result in balanced outcomes that address adaptation, mitigation and means of implementation. It should also agree on a concrete mechanism for loss and damage.”
2022-10-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9150 (2022) · source
“While it may be intuitive to assume that climatic pressures generally contribute to increasing the risk of conflict elsewhere, scientific evidence to support a more generalized conclusion of a direct causality between climate change and threats to international peace and security is still minimal. The potential peace and security ramifications that may arise from climate change are ultimately best addressed by devoting our efforts and resources to reversing climate change itself. The United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change is a fit-for-purpose United Nations body specifically created to tackle climate change. Unlike the Security Council, it is representative of all Member States and abides by important principles, which include equity and common but differentiated responsibilities and respective capabilities.”
2022-10-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9150 (2022) · source
“Climate change impacts are costing African economies between 3 to 5 per cent of their gross domestic product. Despite not being responsible for causing climate change, it is Africans who are bearing both the brunt and the cost of the climate crisis. South Africa recognizes that extreme weather events, drought, water scarcity, food insecurity and desertification linked with climate change have the potential to increase the risk of violent conflict. That is the case both within sovereign States and across State boundaries. In Africa, there is also some evidence to suggest that that may be the case in parts of the Sahel, the Lake Chad basin and the Horn of Africa. In those specific instances, climate change is a threat or risk multiplier, escalating existing tensions and conflict by placing strain on already scarce resources.”
2022-10-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9150 (2022) · source
“We call on developed countries to urgently honour their commitments to developing countries on climate finance, technology transfer and capacity-building to advance a critically urgent multilateral solution to the crisis that could offer us some hope of halting further damage and averting the worst possible scenarios, which will have apocalyptic consequences for us all. As the continent least responsible for the climate crisis, Africa also finds itself at the epicentre of the worst impacts of the crisis, experiencing extreme weather events, such as droughts, floods and cyclones, which cause enormous damage. In South Africa, we are still recovering from some of the worst flooding in decades, which caused untold damage and claimed upwards of 200 lives.”
2022-10-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9150 (2022) · source
“We thank the Gabonese Republic for convening this important debate. We also thank the briefers for all their valuable contributions this morning. The ticking time bomb that is the climate crisis we face is certainly one of the most serious threats to our collective security. South Africa remains firmly committed to a collective, multilateral response to that existential threat, and we are redoubling our efforts at the continental and national levels to play our part in addressing the crisis.”
2022-10-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9150 (2022) · source
“As the international community, we must seek a solution that facilitates equality and equity for all who have the right to live in the territories of Israel and Palestine, without which security, dignity and prosperity will, unfortunately, not be achieved.”
2022-07-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9099Resumption1 (2022) · source
“In that regard, their future remains grim, as they are robbed of realizing their hopes and aspirations. The international community cannot stand by idly and deny the youth of Palestine their right to a prosperous future. As the States Members of the United Nations, we are obligated to call for justice and accountability as a precursor to a lasting peace. South Africa therefore remains of the view that it is pivotal that we revitalize international action and seek to find new solutions within the international system in order to address the challenges facing the Palestinian people. We must intensify the call for international action, with the United Nations playing a leading role to find a solution premised on a just, rights- based settlement with fair laws.”
2022-07-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9099Resumption1 (2022) · source
“In that regard, South Africa concurs with the Secretary-General’s proposal that action must be taken to include Israel and other groups as listed parties should they not put in place measures to prevent violations and improve the protection of children. On 12 August the international community will celebrate International Youth Day under the theme “Intergenerational Solidarity: Creating a World for All Ages”. The day was designated by the General Assembly to acknowledge youth as key partners in bringing about change and raising awareness of the challenges they face around the world. Palestinian youth face many challenges affecting their economic and social well-being owing to their painful reality of violence, discrimination and oppression at the hands of their occupier.”
2022-07-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9099Resumption1 (2022) · source
“The Secretary-General’s report on children in armed conflict (S/2022/493) sheds light on the inequalities perpetuated by the occupying State on Palestinian children. The report states that there has been an alarming increase in grave violations against children, particularly a significant increase in the killing and maiming of children in the occupied Palestinian territory by Israeli forces during hostilities, air strikes on densely populated areas and the use of live ammunition during law enforcement operations. We are disheartened at the high number of verified grave violations against Palestinian children. Accountability for those violations must be ensured so that they do not continue.”
2022-07-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9099Resumption1 (2022) · source
“The hostile environment created by the occupying Power does not encourage an atmosphere of constructive dialogue and peace. Recently, the South African Council of Churches visited the occupied territories and reaffirmed the existence of the apartheid conditions that the Palestinians are subjected to. The Universal Declaration of Human Rights affirms in its article 1 that “All human beings are born free and equal in dignity and rights”. However, that is not true for the Palestinians. Deep inequalities divide Palestinians and Israelis across the occupied Palestinian territories and Israel. Discrimination by law is in breach of the provisions laid out in the International Convention on the Suppression and Punishment of the Crime of Apartheid.”
2022-07-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9099Resumption1 (2022) · source
“South Africa is deeply concerned about the escalation in settler violence against Palestinians in the occupied territories and the continual advancement of illegal Israeli settlement activities. The persistent threat to Palestinian’s livelihoods through forced evictions and demolitions leads to heightened tensions, sparking a cycle of violence and perpetuating insecurity and instability. Moreover, Israel’s imposition of an apartheid system, detailed in several reports by international as well as Israeli and Palestinian human rights organizations, manifested through stringent policies that deprive the Palestinian people of their freedom, dignity and rights, debilitates any prospect of the establishment of an independent Palestinian State.”
2022-07-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9099Resumption1 (2022) · source
“The Israeli- Palestinian conflict continues to be the subject of many meetings in this Chamber owing to its impact on security and stability in the Middle East and the whole world. It is therefore disconcerting that despite what appears to be a deteriorating security situation, there has been virtually no meaningful action from the Security Council to resolve that protracted conflict. The Security Council’s inability to act against Israel despite its willingness to act decisively on other issues on its agenda illustrates the persistent double standards and inconsistency in its work. That perpetuates the Council’s failure to hold the occupier accountable for its violations of international law and its own resolutions, including resolution 2334 (2016).”
2022-07-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9099Resumption1 (2022) · source
“First, in order to address the plight of children in armed conflict, there must be a commitment to a broad strategy on conflict prevention, which should address the root causes of armed conflict in a comprehensive manner and create an environment conducive to the protection and promotion of children’s rights. Secondly, United Nations peacekeeping and political missions must be commended for their continued efforts to deliver on their child protection mandates. Their work in data collection and verification contributes significantly to reporting on violations against children in armed conflict and monitoring the implementation of such plans, which we hope will serve as a deterrent. It is therefore important that sufficient resources be provided to enable peacekeeping missions to effectively achieve their child protection mandates.”
2022-07-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9096Resumption1 (2022) · source
“The effective use of the Peacebuilding Fund could potentially serve a valuable purpose in that regard. The report of the Secretary-General provides concrete recommendations for addressing outstanding challenges. It is the responsibility of the Security Council to take positive action in that regard. The Council must continue to ensure that child-protection provisions and capacity are included in all relevant mandates of peacekeeping and special political missions. South Africa further supports the Secretary- General in his call for engagement with all stakeholders to prevent grave violations, including engagement with regional organizations on prevention modalities and the need to strengthen monitoring and reporting on children and armed conflict. I conclude with two points.”
2022-07-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9096Resumption1 (2022) · source
“We therefore applaud the continued engagement of the United Nations and parties to conflict in their efforts to implement action plans for protecting children in armed conflict. The continuation and strengthening of those efforts by both State and non-State actors must be encouraged. South Africa maintains its view that child protection policies and programmes should be innovative and responsive. That requires comprehensive engagement with children regarding their own experiences, which should inform the design of programmes in peace processes, especially those aimed at protection and reintegration. The convening and advisory role of the Peacebuilding Commission can contribute towards building and sustaining peace in the context of child protection programmes.”
2022-07-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9096Resumption1 (2022) · source
“Their conditions have been compounded by the prevailing coronavirus disease pandemic, which has hampered the implementation of the Sustainable Development Goals and reduced child protection initiatives. The grave violations identified in the report that children continue to endure are distressing. It therefore remains imperative for the Security Council to continue to consider practical actions to strengthen the protection of children affected by conflict. South Africa has noted that, as reflected in the study conducted by the Office of the Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Children and Armed Conflict, some progress has been made in strengthening the agenda.”
2022-07-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9096Resumption1 (2022) · source
“We thank Brazil for convening this open debate. This year marks 25 years since the establishment of the Security Council’s children and armed conflict mandate. This meeting provides an opportunity for the Council to take stock and deliberate on ways to strengthen that important mandate. The current global climate is characterized by protracted and new conflict situations, which adversely affect vulnerable groups, especially children, women and young people. Often neglected and with their safety and livelihoods disrupted, they are left to protect themselves without any means, which leaves them vulnerable and exposed to the consequences of armed conflict. The report of the Secretary-General on children and armed conflict (S/2022/493) paints a bleak picture of the state in which children find themselves.”
2022-07-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9096Resumption1 (2022) · source
“Accountability and addressing impunity for violations can serve as a deterrent for further abuses and deliver justice to victims and survivors of abuses Regular exchanges with other regional and subregional organizations and the sharing of best practices are crucial in addressing conflicts and preventing the escalation or emergence of new conflicts, including addressing the root causes that lead to those conflicts. I conclude by urging collaboration with, and taking advantage of, the advisory and convening role of the Peacebuilding Commission and the Security Council. We commend the efforts of the Council in inviting women peacebuilders to brief it, and we hope that their recommendations on women and peace and security find a place in the mandates of peacekeeping missions when they are discussed by the Security Council.”
2022-06-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9064Resumption1 (2022) · source
“First, in safeguarding the women and peace and security agenda, it is important that Member States adopt institutional, policy and legislative measures that address discriminatory barriers against women so that they can have an equal opportunity to be part of planning and decision-making processes. Secondly, there is a need to strengthen electoral bodies and judicial institutions so that they can hold perpetrators of human rights abuses and violators of international law accountable.”
2022-06-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9064Resumption1 (2022) · source
“In addition, the role of regional and subregional organizations, including financial institutions, remains invaluable. In that context, mainstreaming the women and peace and security agenda in the discussions of the United Nations and regional organizations pertaining to conflict prevention, peacekeeping and peacebuilding is necessary in ensuring that challenges to the implementation of the agenda are addressed comprehensively. In recognition of the existing challenges and potential threats that threaten to roll back women and peace and security commitments, South Africa wishes to make the following recommendations.”
2022-06-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9064Resumption1 (2022) · source
“However, the full and effective implementation of commitments is still lacking in specific areas, such as the underrepresentation, marginalization and exclusion of women in decision-making processes, negotiations and mediation efforts in peace processes and elections. We are concerned by the lack of access to sexual and reproductive health services, the rise in intimidation, reprisals and sexual violence and abuse against women and girls, including human rights abuses, in conflict and transition settings. Those elements were starkly highlighted in the report of the Secretary-General on conflict-related sexual violence (S/2022/272) in March. National Governments bear the main responsibility for implementing, and addressing gaps in the implementation of, the women and peace and security agenda.”
2022-06-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9064Resumption1 (2022) · source
“We remain guided by our own national action plan and the Regional Strategy on Women, Peace and Security of the Southern African Development Community, as well as the African Union Strategy for Gender Equality and Women’s Empowerment. Those mechanisms aim to address the limitations to women’s empowerment and their full and meaningful participation in socioeconomic and political processes. They also crucially advocate for women’s rights and gender equality in peace and security matters. We must actively and decisively safeguard all the gains made on the women and peace and security agenda. South Africa remains of the view that the women and peace and security agenda has one of the most comprehensive normative and institutional bases.”
2022-06-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9064Resumption1 (2022) · source
“We thank Albania for organizing this important open debate today. We take this opportunity to welcome the briefing by the Secretary-General delivered this morning, and we thank all the briefers for their insightful briefings. South Africa aligns itself with the statement to be made by the representative of Germany as co-Chair of the Group of Friends of the African Women Leaders Network to the United Nations, and that made by the representative of Canada, on behalf of the Friends of 1325. Allow me to highlight the following points in the context and purpose of today’s debate. First, South Africa reiterates its commitment to the women and peace and security agenda, as envisioned in resolution 1325 (2000) and all its subsequent resolutions.”
2022-06-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9064Resumption1 (2022) · source
“Peacekeeping and humanitarian organizations should undertake activities that complement the protection cluster’s response. Interaction and dialogue between those various actors are therefore essential to improving and strengthening their respective protection mechanisms.”
2022-05-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9042Resumption1 (2022) · source
“Secondly, the Council and Member States must fulfil their commitment to the full protection of civilians, including by promoting and implementing the relevant and applicable legal and policy frameworks. It is important to make efforts to ensure accountability for violations, including by condemning those who violate international humanitarian law. We believe that accountability mechanisms at the domestic level are essential, while broader regional and international mechanisms should continue to support them based on the principles of complementarity and subsidiarity. Finally, we commend the United Nations peacekeeping operations’ continued efforts, where mandated, to protect civilians and promote and protect human rights in situations of armed conflict, in collaboration with host States.”
2022-05-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9042Resumption1 (2022) · source