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Burundi says at least 10 peacekeepers killed in Somalia

In tonight's edition: The African Union pays its respects to Burundi for the loss of 10 peacekeepers killed in an extremist attack in Somalia. The raid is the deadliest to have targeted AU forces there since 2015. One of Kenya's hottest artists has turned his beats to drumming up ballots.…

France 24

Al Shabaab militants mount deadly attack on African Union base in Somalia

Al Shabaab jihadists armed with guns and explosives stormed an African Union base in Somalia on Tuesday, triggering a fierce firefight that killed at least 10 Burundian peacekeepers.

France 24

Al-Shabaab claims deadly attack on AU base in Somalia

Mogadishu (AFP) - Al-Shabaab jihadists armed with guns and explosives stormed an African Union base in Somalia on Tuesday, triggering a fierce firefight that killed an unknown number of Burundian peacekeepers.

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Al-Shabaab attacks AU base in Somalia, casualties reported

Mogadishu (AFP) - Heavily armed Al-Shabaab jihadists stormed an African Union (AU) base in Somalia on Tuesday, triggering a fierce firefight that caused casualties on both sides, military officials and witnesses said.

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How Africa can respond to the seismic changes in the world: lessons from history

Fundamental changes are taking place in the world: what are the implications for Africa?

The Conversation

Sudan Frees Ex-officials in Effort to End Political Impasse

Sudanese authorities released two outspoken former government officials from prison, lawyers said Wednesday, part of trust-building measures amid efforts to end the country’s political impasse. Sudan was plunged into turmoil after an October military coup upended its short-lived transition to democracy after three decades of repressive rule by former president…

Asharq Al-Awsat

Africa has ambitious goals for 2063: plans for outer space hold the key to success

Agenda 2063 is the African Union’s long-term framework for socio-economic development, regional integration and the preservation of history and culture.

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Age is no bar for 93-year-old die-hard teacher

After six decades in the profession, Prof. Santamma continues to impress and inspire her students with her knowledge and dedication

The Hindu

Setting up the G5 Sahel: why an option that seemed unlikely came into being

At first glance, the creation in 2014 of the G5 Sahel, an international organisation set up to deal with conflict management in the Sahel, seemed unlikely. Some analysts were already describing a “security traffic jam” in the region. This was in reference to the fact that there were a range…

The Conversation

Tennessee, Texas A&M, Auburn Hosting Key Recruits for Saturday Spring Games

50 college football spring games taking place Saturday means key recruits will see a true sample of their potential future program

Sports Illustrated

African countries showed disunity in UN votes on Russia: South Africa's role was pivotal

The preamble of the founding Act of the African Union (AU) calls for “collective action in Africa and in our relations with the rest of the world”.

The Conversation

Sudan's Resistance Committees Prepare to Hold 'Million-strong March' on Wednesday

Asharq Al-Awsat

Friends of Sudan Group Supports UN-African Initiative to Resolve Sudan’s Crisis

The Friends of Sudan group has reiterated its strong support for the combined efforts of the United Nations Integrated Transition Assistance Mission to Sudan (UNITAMS), the African Union (AU), and the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) to facilitate a Sudanese-led political process to restore a civilian-led transition to democracy. The…

Asharq Al-Awsat

Egypt, Rwanda Agree to Bolster Cooperation with Nile Basin Countries

Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi held talks with his Rwandan counterpart Paul Kagame at al-Ittihadiya Palace in Cairo on Sunday. The two leaders discussed bilateral ties and latest regional developments and agreed on the importance of engaging in constructive and effective dialogue to boost strategic cooperation with the Nile Basin…

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Key Weekend Recruiting Visit Slate Includes Arch Manning at Georgia

SEC programs set to host top recruits over the weekend, led by Georgia, Florida and Auburn

The Conversation

AU-EU Summit: five ways to turn the rhetoric of an 'equal partnership' into practice

Like several prior summits, one of the proclaimed goals of the recent gathering in Brussels was to “lay the foundations for a renewed and deeper partnership” between the European Union (EU) and the African Union (AU).

The Hindu

Opposition party leaders and members arrested to thwart ‘Chalo Andhra University’ programme

Members from Telugu Nadu Students Federation who had come in a two-wheeler rally near AU South Campus, were also arrested

Al Jazeera

AU ‘disturbed’ by reports Africans stopped from escaping Ukraine

African bloc says all people have right to cross international borders during conflict as Ukraine-Russia war continues.

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AU decries reports of ill treatment as Africans try to flee Ukraine

The African Union (AU) said on Monday that it was disturbed by reports that African citizens in Ukraine are being refused the right to cross borders to safety as they try to flee the conflict in Ukraine.

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There's a case for Nigeria and South Africa to cooperate on outer space activities

The Nigeria-South Africa Bi-National Commission is a laudable idea. It was established in 1999 to strengthen the relationship between Nigeria and South Africa on trade, economy, politics and governance.

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How the migration and mobility pact has helped to reset AU-EU relations

At the recent 6th AU-EU summit, the European Union (EU) and the African Union (AU) unveiled five partnerships highlighting their Joint Vision till 2030.

The Conversation

AU-EU Summit: private sector partnerships are where real change can happen

Five years since the African Union (AU) leaders and their European Union (EU) counterparts held their 5th meeting in 2017, the two regional organisations have met again. The February 2022 meeting – 16 months overdue because of COVID – was significant given the actual and potential size of the two…

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Ethiopia starts generating electricity at controversial Nile dam

Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed inaugurated electricity production at the controversial, multi-billion-euro Grand Renaissance dam on the Blue Nile on Sunday. Downstream neighbours Egypt and Sudan view the project as a threat to their share of Nile waters.

France 24

Ethiopia's Abiy inaugurates electricity production at Nile mega-dam

Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed officially inaugurated electricity production from the country's mega-dam on the Blue Nile on Sunday, a milestone in the controversial multi-billion dollar project.

Asharq Al-Awsat

Moroccan King: Education, Culture Key Components of EU-AU Partnership

Moroccan King Mohammed VI said that guaranteeing education and promoting culture are among key components of the partnership between the African Union and the European Union. Others include accelerating the pace of vocational training, employing the youth and putting migration and mobility in order. The common denominator between them all…

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