Tag: African Union

Did France’s first Africa summit outside the Francophonie this week reset its relations with the continent?

This appointment is the latest development from the rapidly growing alliance between Israel and Somaliland.

“Visa exemption arrangement will facilitate smoother official exchanges, deepen institutional cooperation, and..."

Mr Shettima said the COVID-19 pandemic exposed the continent’s vulnerability when many countries struggled to access vaccines, oxygen and essential ...

Morocco’s foreign ministry announced in a statement that the vote was held during the 48th Ordinary Session of the AU ...

No countries from the region are represented, and the board could fragment global conflict response systems that include the AU.

The AU’s response to the 2025 elections shows that it prioritises procedure over political competitiveness and democratic substance.

Israel on Friday became the first country to formally recognise Somaliland, a self-declared republic that broke away from Somalia in ...

Israel on Friday became the first country to formally recognise Somaliland, an autonomous region that broke away from Somalia.

The mission said both the presidential and legislative elections in Guinea-Bissau had been “orderly and peaceful."

At this week’s Luanda summit, several thorny issues relating to the security partnership must be confronted head-on.

Michael Randrianirina has been sworn in as Madagascar’s new president following a military takeover that toppled Andry Rajoelina after weeks ...

Thousands of Nigerians, who illegally migrated to Libya, are reportedly facing severe human rights abuses in the North African country.

With their strong track record of naval engagement, Gulf of Guinea states can achieve greater self-reliance on maritime security.

It seeks to reaffirm regional commitment, mobilise political will, and drive collective action against Lassa fever and other emerging infectious ...

According to IOM, rising droughts, floods and environmental degradation are driving displacement across the continent, leaving millions vulnerable.

Africa’s continental free trade area offers long-term promise, but expecting it to quickly compensate for US trade losses may be ...

Saudi Arabia’s late entry into Africa reflects its wider shift from religious outreach to strategic, state-led engagement.

Incumbent presidents and ruling parties increasingly bend the law to entrench their power and silence opposition.

Recent PSC elections revived debates about whether membership should favour inclusion and fairness or regional capacity and influence.

A clear vision for peace support operations should redefine the complementary roles of the AU and the UN.

The creation of ECOWAS was driven by the collective desire of member states to address their common challenges and harness ...

The Nigerian government also endorsed the proposal that the agenda of the AU Summit feature no more than three strategic ...

Mr Youssouf, who will serve a four-year term, replaces Moussa Faki of Chad, who has held the position since 2017.