Politics
African Union clarifies position as Ethiopia-Eritrea tensions escalate
The continental body also stressed its opposition to interference in the internal affairs of member states.
African Union
News
Kenya joins new global partnership pushing for multilateral reforms
Calls to reform the Security Council have been discussed through intergovernmental negotiations at the General Assembly for several years. Key issues include equitable representation and proposals to expand the Council's membership.
Africa
President Kiir ends South Sudan transitional government ahead of December 22 polls
The announcement came three months before the planned vote and a day after Kiir signed amendments to the National Elections Act, 2012, following their passage by Parliament.
Global Affairs
US gives UN one year to wind down Somalia peacekeeping support
The move gives some breathing space to a force that was fearing quicker cuts, but still leaves its future in peril.
Africa
Nigeria halts South Africa parliamentary visits over xenophobic attacks
According to the Nigerian parliament, the decision was driven by reports of Nigerians being killed, injured and forced to leave their homes and businesses, with some losing investments and other property in the process.
News
Mudavadi calls for unified African airspace to boost trade and economic growth
Speaking on Wednesday at the 10th Aviation Africa Summit and Exhibition at the Sarit Expo Centre in Nairobi, Mudavadi said aviation was critical to Africa’s economic transformation and regional integration.
Africa
UN backs move to redraw world map and give Africa its true size
The decision by the UN General Assembly is not binding, meaning countries and organisations are not legally required to immediately change the maps they use. However, the vote is expected to encourage institutions around the world to move towards maps that better show the actual size of continents.
Africa
AU, US reaffirm strategic partnership as leaders push for peace in Africa
The AU Commission chairperson said the relationship should deliver tangible benefits for both sides.The US official reaffirmed Washington's commitment to Africa, saying the continent remains a priority for the United States.
Global Affairs
AU backs Sudanese-Sudanese dialogue to end conflict
The dialogue, expected to take place inside Sudan under the supervision of an independent committee of Sudanese elders, is seen by the African Union as an opportunity to bridge political and social divisions and create conditions for lasting peace and stability.
Africa
Uganda sets August 2027 deadline to withdraw all troops from Somalia
Uganda has played a major role in efforts to support Somali security forces in their fight against al-Shabaab, the al-Qaeda-linked militant group, through successive African Union missions.
Global Affairs
DR Congo and M23 rebels agree roadmap for peace talks
In a joint statement after five days of talks in Switzerland, they said they had pledged to "pursue negotiations towards comprehensive peace and conflict resolution" and set up a mechanism to monitor the ceasefire.
Africa
Morocco confirms major highway renamed in honour of Donald Trump
King Mohammed also praised Trump's role in recognising Morocco's sovereignty over Western Sahara in 2020, describing the move as one that changed the relationship between the two countries.