Africa Watch: UNON EXPANSION: Can it make a difference for Africa?

The United Nations is pursuing reforms aimed at making its operations more efficient, and Nairobi is emerging as an important part of that conversation.

With its established UN presence and strategic position in Africa, the Kenyan capital is attracting attention as the organization looks at how to decentralize its work and improve coordination across regions.

The potential changes raise a bigger question about Africa's place within the global institution. Could a stronger UN presence in Nairobi translate into greater regional influence, improved support for development priorities and more meaningful engagement with African communities? Or will the benefits remain largely institutional?

Daniel Arapmoi explores what is at stake.