African Union

Somalia president accuses Ethiopia of trying to annex part of its territory
President Mohamud ‘objects’ to Ethiopia’s Red Sea port deal with Somaliland, territory Somalia claims as its own.
Published On 17 Feb 2024
OPINION,
It is time for a new Africa beyond borders and boundaries
Continental integration must be the primary agenda of this year’s African Union Summit in Addis Ababa.
Opinion by Takele Uma Banti
Published On 16 Feb 2024
Addis summit raises questions about AU’s muted stance on Ethiopia rifts
For years, AU officials have refrained from addressing atrocities in Ethiopia. Analysts say this is strategic.
Published On 14 Feb 2024
OPINION,
It is high time the AU takes a firm stance against Ethiopia’s aggressions
The African Union cannot ensure sustainable peace on the continent with empty statements on ‘brotherly relations’.
Opinion by Tafi Mhaka
Published On 9 Feb 2024

As the mineral-rich DR Congo prepares to vote for a new president this December, opponents are already crying foul.

The impoverished country goes to the polls on Thursday after weeks of protests over alleged electoral irregularities.

Sudan army leader Abdel Fattah al-Burhan also called for rival Rapid Support Forces to be designated as ‘terrorists’.

India managed to get disparate group to sign off on a final statement despite pointed disagreements.

Niger’s new rulers are locked in a standoff. Will they be successful in their attempts to remove French troops?

Regional bloc ECOWAS is pushing for a diplomatic solution, but could growing tensions lead to war?

Berlin makes decision after the European Union and France cut financial aid to the West African nation last week.

After a flurry of diplomatic activities, the warring parties seem far from engaging in any meaningful negotiations.

India’s leader has suggested a full Group of 20 membership for the African Union.

The visits come as global powers continue to tussle for influence on the continent of 1.3 billion people.

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