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The Latest Breaking News from AU

Fresh Egypt arms shipment to Somalia raises regional tensions

Ethiopia fears weapons could worsen security situation amid regional rows over water, territory and Red Sea access

The Guardian - UK

Russia isolated at UN summit after surprise bid to derail pact

Country’s attempt to defer adoption of ambitious ‘pact for the future’ to reform institution rejected 143 votes to seven

The Guardian - UK

Sudan’s civilians urgently need protection: the options for international peacekeeping

In September 2024, the United Nations’ independent fact-finding mission to Sudan issued its first report. Citing grave human rights violations amounting to war crimes and crimes against humanity, the report called for the immediate deployment of an independent and impartial force to protect civilians.

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The Australian tenants who are charged to pay their rent

An increasing number of real estate agents are moving tenants’ payments on to so-called ‘rent-tech’ platforms. Renters say they have little power to say no

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3 Gold Stocks to Hedge Against Market Uncertainty

Gold industry’s future prospects remain robust amid rising prices and diverse applications, supported by rising possibilities of interest rate cuts. Also, amid the macroeconomic uncertainties, it could be wise to buy quality gold stocks AngloGold Ashanti (AU), Agnico Eagle Mines (AEM), and Barrick Gold (GOLD) as hedges. Continue reading.

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UN takes key steps toward Somalia's takeover of its own security

The U.N. Security Council has voted unanimously to authorize the African Union to maintain its peacekeeping operation in Somalia until the end of the year

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Up 59% YTD, Is This Gold Dividend Stock Still a Buy?

With shares of AngloGold staging an impressive performance this year, is this dividend-paying gold stock a worthy investment candidate for your portfolio?

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South Africa has a new top diplomat. What does that mean for Palestine?

Foreign minister Ronald Lamola takes over at critical time amid ICJ case against Israel and ongoing regional conflicts.

Al Jazeera

Somalia Cafe Attack Toll Climbs To Nine: Security Sources

The death toll from a blast at a cafe in Somalia's capital Mogadishu has climbed to nine, security sources told AFP Monday, after a car bomb struck the venue packed with football fans watching the Euro 2024 final.

International Business Times

What’s at stake in Mauritania’s presidential election?

After decades of coups and military rule, the country’s young democracy will be tested in the June 29 vote.

Al Jazeera

Leaders gather in Paris to discuss boosting vaccine production in Africa

Several senior African politicians are in Paris on Thursday for talks with French President Emmanuel Macron at a global summit where a billion dollars will be formally pledged to increase the production of vaccines in Africa.

Radio France Internationale

Somalia army vs al-Shabaab: as African Union troops leave, which is the stronger military force?

The African Union (AU) has gradually reduced its troop numbers in Somalia since late 2017, from a peak of over 22,000 to about 14,000 today. Another 4,000 AU peacekeepers are scheduled to withdraw by the end of September and the entire AU Transition Mission in Somalia is scheduled to leave…

The Conversation

International Efforts To Combat Militias In Haiti And DRC

President Biden and President Ruto discuss collective responsibility in addressing crises in Haiti and the DRC, emphasizing multinational approaches and th...

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African Standby Force turns 20: has it helped keep the peace? The pros and cons

It’s been 20 years since the African Standby Force was established by the African Union (AU). The standby force is mandated to implement the AU’s right to intervene in African situations that require military force. This year, the AU is reviewing the force’s successes and failures.

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The Guardian - US

‘A lot would have to go wrong for Biden to lose’: can Allan Lichtman predict the 2024 election?

The professor on his famous 13 ‘keys’ to the White House, a method for predicting election results that’s been right nine times out of 10

The Guardian - UK

We cannot turn our backs on the tragedy unfolding in Sudan

Letters: Readers respond to Nesrine Malik’s article about the civil war tearing the country apart

MusicRadar

“Fairly conservative in its design but makes up for it with quality sounds and smart workflow features”: Klevgrand OneShot review

The Swedish developer launches a sample-based drum machine. We give it a shot

Al Jazeera

Al-Shabab fighters killed as overnight siege of Mogadishu hotel ends

Storming of hotel near Somalia’s presidential palace highlights resilience of the al-Qaeda affiliate.

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France 24

Rwanda's ruling party again chooses Kagame as presidential candidate

Rwanda's ruling party on Saturday picked President Paul Kagame as its candidate for the July election, teeing up a contest widely expected to return the longtime leader to office for a fourth seven-year term.

Radio France Internationale

France says Rwanda must end support for M23 rebels in DR Congo

France has called on Rwanda to end all support for M23 rebels in the Democratic Republic of Congo and to pull its troops out of the country. This comes on the heels of demonstrations in the eastern city of Goma against both Rwanda and its Western allies.

Radio France Internationale

France says Rwanda must 'end support' for M23 rebels in DR Congo

France on Tuesday called on Rwanda to end "all support" for M23 rebels in the Democratic Republic of Congo and to pull its troops out of the country. This comes on the heels of demonstrations in the eastern city of Goma against both Rwanda and its Western allies.

Al Jazeera

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.

International Business Times

Somalia Accuses Ethiopia Of Trying To Block AU Summit Access

Somalia and Ethiopia, already at odds over a controversial maritime pact, locked horns again on Saturday over Somali claims that Ethiopian security forces tried to block President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud from accessing the African Union summit.

International Business Times

Coups, Conflicts And Crises Confront African Summit

African leaders open a two-day summit on Saturday as the continent wrestles with coups, conflicts, political crises and regional tensions.

Al Jazeera

Can Africa’s new free trade treaty boost business on the continent?

African countries that have long traded with others outside the continent are now shipping goods to each other.

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