UN General Assembly
1998

General in Angola, and of his companions in misfortune, who included our fellow countryman Moctar Gueye, a journalist, all of whom died in an accident on the field of honour in the service of peace. All of Africa aspires to progress and to a better life, even though the conflicts it is enduring continue to pose major obstacles to a balanced and lasting economic and social development. We therefore have the obligation and the duty, as members of the family of nations, to continue to strive to bring about a world order that is more stable, equitable and just. Aware of this reality, Africans together, working in concert with the OAU and in close cooperation with the United Nations, are participating more and more actively 3 in regional efforts aimed at conflict prevention, management and resolution. I should like to take this opportunity to welcome the publication of the Secretary-General?s report on the causes of conflict and the promotion of durable peace and sustainable development in Africa. In this invaluable report, the Secretary-General offers a well thought out and