African Union has strongly condemned Israel’s decision to appoint a diplomatic envoy to Somaliland, warning that the move undermines Somalia sovereignty and risks destabilizing the Horn of Africa. In a statement, the African Union Commission expressed deep concern over Israel action, reiterating its commitment to the unity and territorial integrity of Somalia. The bloc emphasized…
Tanzania main opposition party, Chama cha Demokrasia na Maendeleo (CHADEMA), has formally urged the African Union to rescind the appointment of former President Jakaya Kikwete as High-Level Representative for the Horn of Africa and the Red Sea, citing concerns over impartiality and democratic credibility. In a letter addressed to AU Commission Chairperson Mahmoud Ali Youssouf,…
The African Union has appointed former Tanzania president Jakaya Mrisho Kikwete as High Representative for the Horn of Africa and the Red Sea, in a move aimed at strengthening peace, diplomacy and regional stability efforts. The appointment was announced by African Union Commission chairperson Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, who said Kikwete will play a central role…
The African Union has strongly endorsed a landmark peace accord signed on Friday between Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo, describing it as a vital step towards ending three decades of conflict in the eastern DRC. AU chairperson hails Washington Accord African Union Commission Chairperson Mahmoud Ali Youssouf attended the signing ceremony at the…
The African Union has suspended Guinea-Bissau from all its activities with immediate effect after soldiers seized power in the West African state on Wednesday. AU and ECOWAS act swiftly The African Union Peace and Security Council announced the suspension on Friday, citing its zero-tolerance policy on unconstitutional changes of government. The 15-member council demanded the…
