Amid escalating conflicts and humanitarian crises, African leaders must rethink peacebuilding strategies. This article explores the potential of Unarmed Civilian Protection as a bridge between emergency response and sustainable peace. Indian peacekeepers serving with the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) patrol near an airstrip in the strategic opposition-controlled town of Akobo, Jonglei State on February 12, 2026. Image: AFP Lesley Connolly As African leaders gather... [6734 chars]