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Olara Otunnu

Coverage of Olara Otunnu in the Nexus archive.

Earliest in view: Jul 29 · 14:46 UTCMost recent: Aug 5 · 11:36 UTC
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Recent coverage
  • POLITICSAug 5 · 11:36 UTCALLAFRICA
    Uganda: Otunnu Says Rift With Museveni Persists Despite Backing for UN Top Job

    Olara Otunnu, Uganda's candidate for United Nations Secretary-General, confirmed ongoing disagreements with President Yoweri Museveni, despite Museveni's government supporting Otunnu's campaign. The article highlights unresolved tensions between the two figures.

  • POLITICSAug 4 · 22:30 UTCTHE RIO TIMES
    Museveni Backs Ex-Rival Olara Otunnu for United Nations Secretary-General

    Uganda nominated Olara Otunnu for United Nations Secretary-General on 24 July 2026, and the UN shared the nomination with all member states on 25 July 2026. Otunnu, a former Ugandan Foreign Minister and UN Under-Secretary-General, is known for creating the 'Otunnu Formula' straw-ballot system.

  • POLITICSJul 29 · 19:47 UTCALLAFRICA
    Uganda: Ugandan Diplomat Joins Contest to Become Next UN Secretary General

    Ugandan diplomat Olara Otunnu has joined the contest to become the next UN Secretary General. He is the seventh contender to succeed Antonio Guterres, who is stepping down at the end of this year.

  • WORLDJul 29 · 14:46 UTCJUST SECURITY
    Why the Dearth of Female Nominees for U.N. Secretary-General?

    The United Nations faces a limited pool of candidates for the next secretary-general, with only eight nominees and a lack of female representation despite growing calls for a woman to lead. Research highlights the need for more women candidates to address historic imbalances and strengthen leadership during critical global challenges.