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Africa's 54 nations, representing a quarter of UN membership, have renewed their push for permanent representation on the UN Security Council, a body where no African nation holds a permanent seat. The effort reflects long-standing complaints about African marginalization in global governance structures. The bid highlights broader debates over the legitimacy and representation of international institutions, with African leaders arguing that the current structure fails to reflect global demographics and Africa's strategic importance. The campaign for Security Council reform has gained momentum at the UN General Assembly.