Djibouti AUC Stories

Raila Odinga: Whether I win or lose in AUC chairperson election, I'll keep serving Kenya
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Dec 28, 2024

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

Scattered bones, makeshift graves found in Djibouti’s Eastern Corridor
Charles Adinda  |  Dec 12, 2024

This migration route, stretching from Ethiopia to Saudi Arabia, is a deadly pathway for Ethiopian migrants fleeing poverty, conflict, and harsh climat...

Over 33,000 refugees to benefit from community integration initiatives in Djibouti
Mary Wambui  |  Dec 10, 2024

He further called for the building of bridges between communities—refugees and hosts alike—and creating an environment where everyone can thrive toget...

Ruto rallies East African states to back Raila's bid for AU Commission leadership
Amina Wako  |  Dec 07, 2024

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

Mjadala Afrika: Raila to face off with two rivals next week in AUC Chair debate
Mwangi Maina  |  Dec 06, 2024

The high-profile debate will take place at the AU Headquarters in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, before a live audience on Dember 13, 2024.

Mauritius officially withdraws Anil Gayan's candidacy from AUC chairperson race
Mwangi Maina  |  Dec 03, 2024

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

Djibouti to chair African Union Peace and Security Council in December
Mwangi Maina  |  Dec 01, 2024

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...

Turkey to seek improved Africa cooperation in Djibouti talks, officials say
Reuters  |  Oct 26, 2024

Turkey is competing with major powers like France, Russia and China for a foothold in Africa, forging partnerships with several nations and providing...

Rescuers race to find over 100 migrants missing off Djibouti coast
Reuters  |  Oct 02, 2024

Survivors told IOM that they were forced off the two vessels by the boat operators in the open sea off the coast of Obock, a port town in Djibouti.

Djibouti's top diplomat rallies support in Juba for his AUC chairmanship bid
Mwangi Maina  |  Sep 19, 2024

Mahmoud emphasised Djibouti's commitment to advocating for the lifting of sanctions on South Sudan.

Djibouti to jointly handle Tajura port with Ethiopia
Mwangi Maina  |  Sep 16, 2024

The Ethiopian Minister of Foreign Affairs stated that Djibouti did not propose to hand over or sell the Tajura Port to Ethiopia.

Djibouti, Sudan and Kenya placed in Group A for CECAFA U-20 AFCON Qualifiers
Rama Mohammed  |  Sep 12, 2024

Djibouti and Sudan have been drawn into Group A for the 2024 CECAFA U-20 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers. With the tournament set to take pla...

Raila promises people-centred AU as Kenya launches his bid for top seat
Mwangi Maina  |  Sep 02, 2024

Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan added her voice to the chorus of support, publicly endorsing Odinga’s candidacy. 

Muslim bloc OIC endorses Djibouti's bid for AU Commission chair
Mwangi Maina  |  Sep 02, 2024

The OIC's backing of Youssouf positions him as a strong contender against notable rivals, including Kenya's Raila Odinga and the former foreign minist...

Kenya's ex-UN envoy criticises Raila's AUC bid as politically motivated
Mwangi Maina  |  Sep 02, 2024

Kenya has faced criticism in the past for projecting its domestic political agendas onto the African Union stage. 

Battle for African Union Commission chair narrows down to four-horse race
Mwangi Maina  |  Aug 07, 2024

Meanwhile, Somalia withdrew its former foreign minister, Fawzia Yussuf's, bid to support Djibouti's candidacy.

Djibouti hosts consultative meeting on Sudan crisis
Amina Wako  |  Jul 25, 2024

IGAD boss Workneh Gebeyehu noted that while humanitarian support has been crucial in alleviating the suffering of our brothers and sisters, peace in S...

Djibouti minister criticises World Bank port ranking
Hanifa Adan  |  Jun 08, 2024

The Djibouti government also accused the World Bank of bias in its assessment, calling the ranking unjustified and unacceptable.

Saudi Arabia establishes a logistics zone in Djibouti to enhance its economic footprint in Africa
Amina Wako  |  Jun 06, 2024

In exchange, Djibouti pledged equal treatment for Saudi investors, ensuring equitable opportunities across sectors, spanning from renewables to techno...

AUC Chair race hots up as Seychelles endorses former VP to succeed Moussa Faki
Amina Wako  |  May 16, 2024

Meriton also held various government portfolios, including Minister for Foreign Affairs, Health and Social Affairs, Information Technology, the Blue E...

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