The United Nations Department of Political and Peacebuilding Affairs (UNDPPA) is one of the departments of the Secretariat, responsible for assisting the Secretary-General and the Security Council in their efforts to “prevent deadly conflict and build sustainable peace around the world.” The department, which was established on 1 March 1992, has now been reformed in the year 2019, with new advancements made in its peace and security infrastructure.

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UNDPPA has engaged with many governments and other bodies, seeking to overcome complex political and peacebuilding challenges all around the world, including Africa. It has played a crucial role in addressing and resolving disputes throughout Africa, aiming to build peaceful and sustainable relationships among all parties involved. UNDPPA has played a significant role during and after conflict situations numerous times;  where it has supported peacebuilding efforts, promoted governance reforms, and encouraged socio-economic development in regions suffering the aftermath of violence and destruction caused by conflict.