The development follows high-level talks in Mogadishu led by Ethiopian Defense Minister Aisha Mohammed, who visited the Somali capital for discussions...

The African Union Support and Stabilisation Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM) replaces the African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS), marking a cr...

Somalia hopes to use the position to influence regional security and advance counter-terrorism efforts by pushing for funding for the new African Unio...

Ruto said the decision to back Odinga was the result of elaborate consultations with leaders from across the East African Community.

AUSSOM is designed to contain about 11,000 personnel comprising civilians, military, and police personnel.

The continental body clarified that, at this stage, it is not making any conclusive judgements but reminded Ruto's government that enforced disappeara...

Odinga is facing competition from Djibouti's Minister of Foreign Affairs Mahmoud Youssouf, Anil Gayan of Mauritius and Madagascar’s Richard Randriaman...

The Somali government clarified that the current troop allocation for AUSSOM was finalised through bilateral agreements that have been in place since...

The Chatham House event was initially scheduled for Thursday, ahead of the Mjadala Afrika debate on Friday.

Morocco is a powerful contender in the upcoming AUC elections, given its strategic diplomatic position and influence within the AU since rejoining the...

Ruto urged the EAC partner states to rally behind Odinga, emphasising the collective benefits of his leadership. 

Nandi-Ndaitwah's victory marks a significant milestone in African politics, making her the second woman elected as head of state on the continent.

Odinga, buoyed by Mauritius' endorsement, has intensified his outreach, making strategic long-range visits to West Africa to drum up support for his c...

The Horn of Africa will likely be a key focus for Djibouti as it seeks to leverage its position to further its ambitions for leading the African Union...

They also welcomed the continued efforts of the African Union Peace and Security Council and the United Nations Security Council in exploring options...

Odinga’s team has lined up several strategic events to bolster his candidacy ahead of the February 2025 AUC elections.

Following the bilateral talks between Abdel Fattah and Isaias, the leaders convened with President Hassan for a summit focused on bolstering cooperati...

The transition to a new mission is occurring at a critical time of tensions between Somalia and Ethiopia, which began in January this year and escalat...

He called for the need for Africa to push for a fair and effective climate financing mechanism that adequately addresses the continent's needs.

Faki reaffirmed the AU's commitment to support South Sudan's government and people throughout the political transition process and beyond.