Tag: African Union
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AU PSC 1319th Meeting: Update on the Situation in Sudan
Overview of the 1319th PSC Meeting The African Union’s Peace and Security Council (PSC) convened its 1319th meeting on 16 December 2025 to assess the evolving crisis in Sudan and to align on a coordinated regional response. The meeting brought together senior representatives from member states, regional bodies, and AU entities to discuss humanitarian access,…
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Global Backlash as World Leaders Rebut Israel’s Somaliland Recognition
widespread opposition to Israel’s Somaliland recognition In a coordinated response that spanned continents, 21 Arab, Islamic, and African nations issued a joint statement on Saturday, formally opposing Israel’s recognition of Somaliland as an independent state. The move underscores tensions around sovereignty, regional stability, and the delicate balance of international recognition in a region long fraught…
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ECOWAS backs John Mahama for African Union Chair: What this means for Africa’s leadership
Overview: ECOWAS Endorses Mahama for AU Chair The ECOWAS Authority of Heads of State and Government, the highest decision-making body of West Africa’s regional bloc, unanimously endorsed former Ghanaian President John Mahama as a candidate for the African Union (AU) Chairperson. This decisive move, announced after a brief, consensus-driven deliberation, positions Mahama as a leading…
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ECOWAS Unanimously Backs John Mahama for AU Chairmanship
ECOWAS Endorses John Mahama for AU Chairmanship In a show of unity, the ECOWAS Authority of Heads of State and Government unanimously endorsed former Ghanaian President John Mahama as the bloc’s candidate for the chairmanship of the African Union (AU). The decision, taken after a closed-door meeting, positions Mahama at the forefront of a regional…
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ECOWAS Unanimously Backs John Mahama for African Union Chair
ECOWAS Endorses John Mahama as AU Chair Candidate The ECOWAS Authority of Heads of State and Government, the bloc’s highest decision-making body, has unanimously approved the candidature of former Ghanaian president John Mahama for the African Union (AU) Chairmanship. The move marks a significant milestone in the region’s bid to influence continental leadership and policy…
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No More Excuses: Ruto Urges AU to Fast-Track Reforms Without Funding
Ruto’s Call for Cost-Free Reform President William Ruto has pressed African Union member states to accelerate the continent’s reform agenda, focusing on measures that do not require additional funding. In a public appeal, he argued that delays born from cost concerns undermine the AU’s effectiveness and erode member trust in regional governance. The call comes…
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No More Excuses: Ruto Pushes AU to Fast-Track Reforms Without Funding
Ruto’s Call to Action: Reform Without the Price Tag President William Ruto has issued a pointed challenge to the African Union (AU): accelerate reform agendas that do not hinge on additional funding. In a stance that blends urgency with pragmatism, Ruto argues that delays rooted in financial concerns are not only avoidable but also detrimental…
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AU Observers Say Tanzania Election Did Not Meet Standards, Citing Ballot Stuffing
AU Observers Question Tanzania’s Election Integrity In a preliminary assessment released late Wednesday, the African Union (AU) election observation mission raised serious concerns about the integrity of Tanzania’s recently concluded elections. According to the observers, the electoral process did not fully meet AU standards, citing instances of ballot stuffing at several polling stations. The verdict…