News: Professor Abbé Léonard Santedi, new president of the “Mediation, Conflict Management and Peace” Commission of the AUF in Central Africa and the Great Lakes
The Conference of Rectors of Member Institutions of the Agence Universitaire de la Francophonie (AUF) in Central Africa and the Great Lakes has elected a new president for its “Mediation, Conflict Management and Peace” Commission. This is Professor Abbé Léonard Santedi, Rector of the Catholic University of Congo (UCC). This appointment comes in a context where the issue of mediation and conflict management has become a major concern for the region.
The regional conference, held in Kinshasa, brought together rectors and heads of AUF member universities from 10 countries in the sub-region. For two days, they shared their experiences and identified opportunities for partnership between their institutions.
According to Professor Slim Khalbous, Rector of the AUF, the objective of this meeting was to bring together all the actors to discuss the development of countries through science in French. He stressed the importance of the conference in strengthening the network of AUF members and in promoting priority action for the youth of member countries.
The appointment of Professor Abbé Léonard Santedi as President of the “Mediation, Conflict Management and Peace” Commission testifies to the recognition of his expertise in this field. Indeed, this commission will be responsible for promoting mediation as an essential tool for resolving conflicts and promoting peace in the region. It will play a key role in setting up programs and initiatives aimed at building the capacities of local actors and promoting dialogue and reconciliation.
This appointment comes at the right time as the region of Central Africa and the Great Lakes is facing many challenges in terms of conflicts and tensions. Professor Abbé Léonard Santedi will certainly bring his vision and experience to work for the peaceful resolution of conflicts and the consolidation of peace in the region.
In conclusion, the appointment of Professor Abbé Léonard Santedi as President of the “Mediation, Conflict Management and Peace” Commission of the AUF in Central Africa and the Great Lakes is positive news in the search for solutions for conflict resolution. and the promotion of peace. His expertise and commitment will be major assets in carrying out the commission’s missions and contributing to the harmonious development of the region