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The Head of State also proposed convening an extraordinary summit of the Heads of State and Government later this year to focus on AU reform momentum.
Adding to the controversy is the government's lack of clarity on the budget allocated for the AUC campaign.
Both citizens and diplomatic observers are left questioning the true cost of the campaign and whether public funds are being used wisely in this high-...
AUSSOM replaces the African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS), marking a critical phase in transferring national security responsibilities t...
The outcomes of the meeting are expected to shape policies that drive economic growth and ensure food security across the continent.
On his way back from Ghana where he attended President John Mahama's inauguration, Ruto made a brief stop in Luanda for talks on regional peace, bilat...
Ruto is leveraging the gathering of over 10 African leaders attending Mahama's inauguration to rally additional support for Odinga's continental bid.
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...
The Somali government clarified that the current troop allocation for AUSSOM was finalised through bilateral agreements that have been in place since...
Odinga is facing competition from Djibouti's Minister of Foreign Affairs Mahmoud Youssouf, Anil Gayan of Mauritius and Madagascar’s Richard Randriaman...
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...
