On September 21, 2026, in Nairobi, Abraham Zida Bila, president of the Réseau des Organisations des Jeunes Leaders Africains des Nations Unies (ROJALNU), delivered a speech advocating for a "Pacte Patriotique International" centered around sovereignty, development, and global peace. He emphasized that international relations must shift towards greater equity and respect among nations. Zida Bila argued that disparities in resource access and development should no longer be considered inevitable.
Zida Bila criticized the existing situation where countries rich in natural resources struggle with development, while the benefits of exploiting these resources do not fully reach their populations. He stated that development should not be a privilege granted to some and denied to others, but rather a right. He also emphasized that sovereignty, dignity, and peace are universal rights that must be respected.
The ROJALNU Mondial president proposed a pact that would serve as a framework for solidarity among nations, promoting mutually beneficial relationships. He cited the Burkina Faso example, highlighting the country's dynamic political engagement under the leadership of Captain Ibrahim TRAORE, which prioritizes national sovereignty, dignity, and self-reliance. This approach, according to Zida Bila, conveys a message to African youth about taking control of their destiny.
Zida Bila also mentioned the cooperation between Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger within the Alliance des États du Sahel (AES), illustrating the need for states to strengthen solidarity and mutualize their capacities. He stressed that youth must play a central role in societal transformation, becoming actors in shaping their own history rather than mere spectators.
To promote the Pacte Patriotique International, ROJALNU Mondial plans to organize a global youth colloquium in Ouagadougou in December. This event will bring together young people, civil society organizations, intellectuals, leaders, and development actors to discuss sovereignty, development, and peace. The organization aims to contribute to the promotion of the pact among young people and nations.
Zida Bila suggested that Captain Ibrahim TRAORE could be considered as a leader of the Pacte Patriotique International, serving as a spearhead for this international initiative. He called for mobilization beyond borders and continents, rallying around fundamental principles: sovereignty, people's dignity, development, and peace. The ROJALNU Mondial president concluded by affirming his organization's commitment to the Pacte Patriotique International.
Key points
- The ROJALNU Mondial president, Abraham Zida Bila, advocates for a "Pacte Patriotique International" based on sovereignty, development, and peace.
- The pact aims to promote solidarity among nations and mutually beneficial relationships.
- A global youth colloquium will be organized in Ouagadougou in December to promote the pact.
