Mahmoud Advocates Good Governance at 2026 UNGA Roundtable

During a keynote address at the Resilience in Leadership and Governance Roundtable on the margins of the 2026 United Nations General Assembly (UNGA), Mahmoud discussed the importance of good governance in enhancing citizens' well-being. She stated that effective governance should lead to tangible improvements in daily life, including access to quality healthcare, education, safe transportation, and economic opportunities.

Mahmoud highlighted that human security extends beyond the absence of conflict, addressing vulnerabilities such as hunger and unemployment. She called for sustained investments in infrastructure, healthcare, education, and food security, while also emphasizing the need for the inclusion of women and youth in development processes.

Mahmoud pointed out initiatives in the Federal Capital Territory under the leadership of Minister Nyesom Wike, focusing on various sectors including healthcare and urban development. She urged African nations to take ownership of their development priorities and proposed an African governance peer-learning network to document successful reforms and strengthen institutional capacity.