The African Union Commission (AUC) has raised concerns over a new U.S. travel ban that restricts entry from 19 countries, including several in Africa. The move, announced by former President Donald Trump in a video statement, has sparked reactions from international bodies and civil society voices alike. Twelve countries now face a full ban, including… Continue reading U.S. Travel Ban Draws Concern from African Union
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African Union Commission Elections: Raila Odinga’s Loss and Its Implications for Kenyan President William Ruto
The African Union Commission (AUC) elections held in Addis Ababa on February 15, 2025, have stirred up both political discourse and speculations about their impact on local politics in Kenya. The race for the position of AUC Chairperson saw Raila Odinga, Kenya’s former Prime Minister, face stiff competition from Djibouti’s Foreign Minister Mahmoud Ali Youssouf… Continue reading African Union Commission Elections: Raila Odinga’s Loss and Its Implications for Kenyan President William Ruto
Angolan President Becomes Chair of African Union for 2025
The 38th African Union (AU) Summit took place in Addis Ababa, the capital of Ethiopia, bringing together heads of state and government from member countries, as well as representatives of international organisations. The meeting addressed a range of regional and international issues, including socio-economic development, institutional reforms within the AU, and Africa’s growing role on… Continue reading Angolan President Becomes Chair of African Union for 2025
EAC-SADC Summit Calls for Neutralisation of Destabilising Forces, Bolsters Peace Processes in DRC
In a bold move to restore stability in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), regional leaders from the East African Community (EAC) and the Southern African Development Community (SADC) have decided to neutralise destabilising forces and facilitate direct talks among all warring parties. They convened a Joint EAC-SADC Summit in Dar es Salaam,… Continue reading EAC-SADC Summit Calls for Neutralisation of Destabilising Forces, Bolsters Peace Processes in DRC
President Taye Atske Selassie Emphasises Ethiopia’s Progress In Food Security
During a reception for participants of the ongoing “World Without Hunger Conference” in Addis Ababa, President Taye Atske Selassie said Ethiopia is making significant progress in achieving food self-sufficiency and enhancing food security. President Taye praised the government’s successful wheat initiatives, which have made Ethiopia self-sufficient in wheat production and enabled Ethiopia to export surplus crops.… Continue reading President Taye Atske Selassie Emphasises Ethiopia’s Progress In Food Security
Appeal For Peaceful Elections in Sierra Leone
ELECTION observers have arrived ahead of general elections in Sierra Leone, the West African country considered an excellent example of conflict resolution, but facing economic challenges. Polls, the fifth since the end of a civil war 21 years ago, are scheduled for Saturday. At least 17 registered political parties are contesting local council, parliamentary and… Continue reading Appeal For Peaceful Elections in Sierra Leone
AU Commission Chief Calls For African Solidarity On Continental Security
KIGALI, May 19 (Xinhua) — African Union Commission Chairperson Moussa Faki Mahamat has called for African solidarity in dealing with security issues on the continent. Speaking during a panel discussion Thursday on “Foreign Interference in Africa: The Enduring Destabilizing Factor” during the ongoing National Security Symposium in Kigali, the Rwandan capital, Faki said there is… Continue reading AU Commission Chief Calls For African Solidarity On Continental Security