The United Nations in Congo

Femmes congolaises exerçant le maraîchage dans un projet soutenu par les Nations Unies.
Photo: © ONU Congo

The United Nations system in the Republic of Congo is led by a team guided by mutual accountability for delivering results. Coordination is strengthened and ensured by the UN Resident Coordinator, who serves as the designated representative of the UN Secretary-General for development operations.

The UN Country Team operates under the “Delivering as One” approach to more effectively respond to national development priorities and humanitarian needs, in line with the UN’s mandate. The system currently comprises 20 resident and non-resident UN agencies, funds, programmes, and entities.

To foster collaboration and maximize synergies, joint programmes are implemented in partnership with sectoral ministries. These initiatives enable UN agencies to combine their expertise based on their comparative advantages, supporting national development strategies and priorities together.

More information about the UN system’s work in Congo is available on the UN Info data portal.

Outcomes under the Cooperation Framework (CF) 2020–2026

Governance

By 2026, people will benefit from a governance system that is institutionally, democratically, administratively, economically, and human rights–strengthened—contributing to inclusive and participatory development, peacebuilding, and humanitarian efforts.

Education

By 2026, children (girls and boys), youth, adults (men and women), and persons with disabilities in targeted areas will have increased access to inclusive, quality education services in both formal and informal systems, including comprehensive sexuality education.

Health

By 2026, people will have equitable access to quality essential health care and services—including nutrition, HIV, water, hygiene, and sanitation—along with health security and social protection, to strengthen human capital and realize the demographic dividend.

Economic Diversification

By 2026, disadvantaged populations in targeted areas will engage in diversified, sustainable, and climate-resilient economic activities that generate varied employment opportunities and income in sectors such as sustainable agriculture, food security, and ecotourism, while complying with environmental standards.

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The Sustainable Development Goals in Congo

Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) represent a universal call to action to end poverty, protect the planet, and ensure peace and prosperity for all. They also serve as the guiding framework for the United Nations’ work in the Republic of the Congo.