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Nigeria and Ghana Pledge Cooperation to Combat Afrophobic Protests
Worldvanguard-ng1mo ago

Nigeria and Ghana Pledge Cooperation to Combat Afrophobic Protests

Nigeria and Ghana have committed to closer cooperation to address the increasing incidents of Afrophobic protests and attacks against African nationals across the continent. They plan to advocate for the inclusion of this issue on the agenda of the next African Union Summit.

DR Congo Ebola Outbreak Intensifies, Prompts Global Concerns
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DR Congo Ebola Outbreak Intensifies, Prompts Global Concerns

The Ebola outbreak in DR Congo and Uganda is intensifying, leading to new cases, an attack on a treatment center, and international concerns such as flight diversions and event postponements. Health officials report hundreds of suspected cases and deaths as the virus spreads to new areas.

Albanian Parliament Votes on EU Resolution Amidst Consensus
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Albanian Parliament Votes on EU Resolution Amidst Consensus

The Albanian Parliament reached a consensus vote on a resolution concerning the European Union, with both the ruling party and opposition uniting their votes. This action highlights ongoing political engagement with EU integration efforts.

Macky Sall's UN Bid Poses Stress Test for African Union
PoliticsPremium Times4mo ago

Macky Sall's UN Bid Poses Stress Test for African Union

Former Senegalese President Macky Sall's bid for a UN position is seen as a stress test for the African Union, particularly due to the absence of formal backing from his own country where his political legacy remains contested.

French Prosecutors Investigate Paris Bank Attack, Suspect Iran's Revolutionary Guards
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French Prosecutors Investigate Paris Bank Attack, Suspect Iran's Revolutionary Guards

French anti-terrorism prosecutors have opened an investigation into a suspected attack targeting Bank of America’s Paris headquarters, following new arrests and ongoing probes into potential Islamist links, with suspicions now pointing towards Iran's Revolutionary Guards.

Houthis Signal Readiness But Have Not Yet Joined the US Iran Israel War
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Houthis Signal Readiness But Have Not Yet Joined the US Iran Israel War

Iran's Shi'ite allies in Lebanon and Iraq have joined the war in the region unleashed by U.S. and Israeli strikes on Tehran. The U.S. says Iran has armed, funded and trained the Houthis with help from Hezbollah.

AU appoints Akufo-Addo to lead Election Observation Mission to Congo
Politicsmyjoyonline5mo ago

AU appoints Akufo-Addo to lead Election Observation Mission to Congo

The African Union has appointed former President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo to lead its Election Observation Mission to the Republic of the Congo ahead of the country’s upcoming presidential elections. In a statement issued on Tuesday, March 10, the Office of the former President announced that the continental body has selected Mr Akufo-Addo to head […]

Three men deported by US file legal case against Eswatini over detention
WorldThe Guardian5mo ago

Three men deported by US file legal case against Eswatini over detention

The men, who had been released after completing criminal sentences, are from Cuba, Jamaica and Yemen Three men deported by the US to Eswatini – rather than their home countries – have filed a case against the African country’s government with the African Union’s human rights body, claiming their detention was an unlawful violation of their rights. Two of the claimants, from Cuba and Yemen, have been in prison in Eswatini, formerly Swaziland, for eight months. The third, Orville Etoria, was re...

Ghana launches AU-GCF water investment reediness project
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Ghana launches AU-GCF water investment reediness project

Ghana has launched the African Union’s Continental Africa Water Investment Programme, known as the Multi-Country Green Climate Fund (GCF) Readiness Project, marking a significant step towards strengthening climate resilience and sustainable water management.

Ibn Chambas Urges Youth to Improve Democracy in Ghana
Worldmyjoyonline18d ago

Ibn Chambas Urges Youth to Improve Democracy in Ghana

Dr. Mohamed Ibn Chambas, former African Union High Representative, urged Ghana to empower its youth to not only inherit but also strengthen and improve democracy, emphasizing their crucial role in the country's democratic future.

African Leaders Convene to Discuss Health Sovereignty and Investment
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African Leaders Convene to Discuss Health Sovereignty and Investment

African leaders, including former Ghanaian President John Mahama, gathered at an African Union health summit to advocate for the continent's health sovereignty and urge concrete investments in the health sector. Cameroon also championed African health sovereignty at the extraordinary summit.

Sub-Saharan Africa Accounts for Two-Thirds of Global HIV Cases
Politicsmyjoyonline28d ago

Sub-Saharan Africa Accounts for Two-Thirds of Global HIV Cases

The African Union Commissioner for Health, Humanitarian Affairs and Social Development, Amb. Amma A. Twum-Amoah, highlighted that nearly two-thirds of the world's people living with HIV are in sub-Saharan Africa, despite significant progress in combating the virus.

AU Needs Broader Definition of Reparations
WorldPremium Times1mo ago

AU Needs Broader Definition of Reparations

To implement the UN slavery resolution, the African Union needs a broader definition of reparations, encompassing truth, responsibility, repair, reconciliation, and global justice.

DR Congo Ebola Outbreak Exceeds 1,000 Cases, Over 300 Deaths
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DR Congo Ebola Outbreak Exceeds 1,000 Cases, Over 300 Deaths

The Ebola epidemic in the Democratic Republic of Congo has surpassed 1,000 confirmed cases and resulted in over 300 deaths, raising concerns about its accelerating spread and potential cross-border transmission. Health officials are tightening control measures as bed capacity becomes strained.

Trump Threatens to Seize Iranian Oil Facilities and Kharg Island
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Trump Threatens to Seize Iranian Oil Facilities and Kharg Island

Former President Trump has threatened to seize full control of Iran's oil and gas facilities, specifically mentioning Kharg Island, as tensions escalate. This comes after the US warned Iran following overnight strikes, with the IRGC threatening to turn the region into 'hell'.

Ghana Evacuates Citizens Amidst South Africa Xenophobic Attacks
Worldmyjoyonline2mo ago

Ghana Evacuates Citizens Amidst South Africa Xenophobic Attacks

Ghana is evacuating its citizens from South Africa following xenophobic attacks, with hundreds registering for repatriation. Ghanaian officials have commended the government's efforts while also warning against retaliatory attacks on South Africans.

African Union Day Reception Held in Accra
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African Union Day Reception Held in Accra

Accra hosted an exclusive African Union Day reception at White Restaurant & Garden, organized by TG Hospitality Group, fostering diplomacy in a relaxed setting.

CultureDaily Maverick3mo ago

African Union Map Projection vs. Mercator Standard

A discussion is underway comparing the map projection favored by the African Union with the traditional Gerardus Mercator standard. This highlights different approaches to representing the continent's geography.

Mali Hit by Coordinated Militant and Separatist Attacks
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Mali Hit by Coordinated Militant and Separatist Attacks

Militant groups, including JNIM and Tuareg rebels, launched a series of coordinated attacks involving explosions and gunfire across Mali, targeting the capital Bamako and other cities. The Malian army confirmed clashes, drawing international condemnation and expressions of solidarity.

US-AU Deal Could Reshape Investment in Africa
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US-AU Deal Could Reshape Investment in Africa

An analysis suggests that a quiet deal between the Trump administration and the African Union could significantly alter the landscape of development cooperation and investment across Africa.

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Tunisia Joins African Union Urban Forum

Tunisia has become a participant in the African Union's urban forum, an initiative that is reportedly facing challenges related to funding and policy implementation.

African Union and Ghana Congratulate Mahama After UN Slavery Resolution
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African Union and Ghana Congratulate Mahama After UN Slavery Resolution

African leaders welcomed a UN resolution recognizing the transatlantic slave trade as a 'crime against humanity,' with the African Union now paying tribute to victims and calling for justice. Ghana's Council of State also congratulated President John Dramani Mahama for his significant diplomatic role in the resolution's passage.

Ghana to Host First AU Extraordinary Health Summit on AIDS and TB
Worldmyjoyonline29d ago

Ghana to Host First AU Extraordinary Health Summit on AIDS and TB

Ghana is set to host the inaugural African Union (AU) Extraordinary Health Summit on July 21-22, bringing together African Heads of State and Government to adopt a comprehensive, fully costed continental roadmap aimed at eradicating AIDS and tuberculosis by 2030.

Trump Attends Mount Rushmore Event for US 250th Anniversary
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Trump Attends Mount Rushmore Event for US 250th Anniversary

President Trump traveled to Mount Rushmore to deliver a speech as the United States celebrated its 250th anniversary. The event was part of nationwide celebrations marking the milestone.

Mozambique's Energy Role Rises Amid Gulf Crisis
Businessobservador2mo ago

Mozambique's Energy Role Rises Amid Gulf Crisis

The President of the African Union stated that Mozambique has the potential to become an epicenter for the 'blue economy,' which already generates millions, but highlighted climate, health, and crime challenges.

African Unions Reject AfDB, World Bank Electricity Plan
Worldvanguard-ng2mo ago

African Unions Reject AfDB, World Bank Electricity Plan

Nigerian and other African labor unions have rejected the 'Mission 300' electricity initiative, which is backed by the African Development Bank (AfDB) and the World Bank, citing concerns over its impact on 600 million Africans without electricity.

Conference discusses AI, elections, and digital rights in Africa
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Conference discusses AI, elections, and digital rights in Africa

A recent policy conference held at UM6P by the Policy Center for the New South and the African Union's Department of Political Affairs, Peace and Security, brought together diverse participants to discuss the impact of AI on elections and the fragility of rights in the digital age.

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Rwandan Genocide Remembrance and Calls Against Hate

The Murambi memorial site is highlighted as a global beacon of remembrance for the Rwandan genocide. The African Union chief called for action against hate and division during the Kwibuka32 commemoration.

African Union Warns of Mideast War Risks for Africa
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African Union Warns of Mideast War Risks for Africa

A major report by the African Union and the African Development Bank (AfDB) has warned that the ongoing Middle East war poses a "serious risk" to the African continent.

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Macky Sall's UN Candidacy Faces Hostility Amid Official Confirmation

Senegal's former President Macky Sall's candidacy at the UN is facing significant opposition, with Ahmed Khalifa Niasse denouncing it as "high treason" by the State of Senegal. Despite this, Aïssata Tall Sall has confirmed the candidacy is official and not open for debate, indicating Sall is prepared to proceed despite hostility from Senegal and other African Union countries.

Nabil Fahmy Appointed Arab League Secretary-General, AU Pledges Cooperation
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Nabil Fahmy Appointed Arab League Secretary-General, AU Pledges Cooperation

Arab foreign ministers unanimously appointed former Egyptian Foreign Minister Nabil Fahmy as the new Secretary-General of the Arab League. The African Union Commission congratulated him and pledged stronger cooperation, with Fahmy set to begin his five-year term on July 1st.

UN Aviation Agency Limits Portable Batteries on Flights, New Rules Effective Friday
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UN Aviation Agency Limits Portable Batteries on Flights, New Rules Effective Friday

The United Nations aviation agency has announced new rules, effective Friday, limiting passengers to two portable and rechargeable batteries per flight and prohibiting their charging onboard due to safety concerns, a development also reported in Croatian media.

AU Calls UN Slave Trade Vote a Step Towards 'Healing' and Reparations
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AU Calls UN Slave Trade Vote a Step Towards 'Healing' and Reparations

The UN General Assembly has adopted a landmark resolution defining the enslavement of Africans as 'the gravest crime against humanity' and calling for reparations. The African Union has welcomed this vote as a crucial step towards 'healing', urging African leaders to translate the resolution into tangible national development initiatives.