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US will soon redeploy troops in Somalia: the mission and key goals

The Biden administration in the US recently announced it would be providing a “persistent presence” in Somalia of up to “around 450” US soldiers, reversing a decision taken by US president Donald Trump in December 2020 to withdraw about 700 troops from the country. Security policy expert Paul D. Williams…

The Conversation

AU leaders seek home-grown solutions for continent's 'alarming' humanitarian situation

African Union leaders are meeting in Equatorial Guinea for two summits as the continent contends with humanitarian crises, terrorism and military coups.

Radio France Internationale

AU chairperson says Africa a ‘collateral victim’ of Ukraine war

Millions of Africans have been pushed into extreme poverty by COVID and face rising costs because of the Ukraine war.

Al Jazeera

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For new Somalia government, al-Shabab a threat to authority

The al-Qaida-linked rebel group al-Shabab is projecting authority and asserting a wider role in public life in Somalia, underlining the extent of the challenge Africa’s deadliest Islamic extremist group presents to the newly elected government of President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud

The Independent UK

US threatens sanctions on Sudanese blocking democracy return

The United States is urging rapid progress from military to civilian rule in Sudan and threatening sanctions on anyone impeding the country’s transition to democracy

The Independent UK

The African Union's conflict early warning system is no more. What now?

Since 2017, the African Union (AU) has undergone institutional reforms to increase its efficiency and effectiveness. The gist of these reforms was proposed by the so-called Kagame Report commissioned by the AU Assembly of Heads of State and Government.

The Conversation

Somalia elects Hassan Sheikh Mohamud as new president

Hassan Sheikh Mohamud faces ‘huge tasks’, including containing al-Shabab attacks and addressing a devastating drought.

Al Jazeera

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AU’s Peace, Security Council to Hold Extraordinary Meeting on Libyan Crisis

The African Union’s Peace and Security Council will hold an extraordinary meeting on May 28 to discuss the situation in Libya and other issues. The Cameroon-chaired Council will review various key issues, including governance and security challenges in Africa, terrorism, unconstitutional change of governments and humanitarian crises, the Libyan News…

Asharq Al-Awsat

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

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.

The Conversation

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

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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…

Sports Illustrated

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

The Conversation

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”.

Asharq Al-Awsat

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

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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…

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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.

Reuters

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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