All articles tagged with #african union
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Amnesty International
Tanzanian authorities under President Samia Suluhu Hassan are suppressing dissent through violence, internet shutdowns, and repression, especially around the 2025 elections, prompting calls for urgent regional action to protect human rights and hold perpetrators accountable.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by U.S. Department of State (.gov)
The fourth Joint Oversight Committee for the Peace Agreement between the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Rwanda met in Washington, D.C., where representatives initialed the Regional Economic Integration Framework to promote economic cooperation, reaffirmed commitments to peace and stability, and discussed ongoing negotiations and efforts to neutralize armed groups, with support from the US, Qatar, Togo, and the African Union.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Reuters
Madagascar's military has ousted President Rajoelina, with Colonel Michael Randrianirina taking power and planning to lead a transitional government for up to two years, prompting the African Union to suspend the country and call for the restoration of civilian rule amid widespread protests and political instability.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by The Guardian
Madagascar's military has taken control, ousting President Rajoelina, and the military leader is set to be sworn in as president, prompting the African Union to suspend the country and international concern over the unconstitutional change of power.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Reuters
Madagascar's military leader Michael Randrianirina announced he will be sworn in as president following a coup that led to the suspension of the country by the African Union, after President Rajoelina fled abroad amid protests and military defections.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by NPR
The African Union supports a campaign to replace the widely-used Mercator map, which distorts Africa's size, with the more accurate Equal Earth map to better reflect the continent's true scale and influence, aiming to shift global perceptions and promote respect for Africa.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by EL PAÍS English
Africa is advocating for a change from the traditional Mercator map projection, which distorts the continent's size, to more accurate representations like the Equal Earth projection, to correct global perceptions, boost African pride, and influence education and media narratives.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by The Guardian
The African Union supports replacing the traditional Mercator map, which distorts Africa's size, with the more accurate Equal Earth projection to promote a true representation of Africa and challenge stereotypes, advocating for global organizations to adopt this new map standard.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by Slashdot
The African Union supports the 'Correct The Map' campaign to replace the distorted Mercator map with the more accurate Equal Earth projection, aiming to correct misconceptions about Africa's size and influence media, education, and policy worldwide.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by U.S. Department of State (.gov)
The Democratic Republic of the Congo and Rwanda held their first Joint Oversight Committee meeting in Washington, D.C., to oversee the implementation of their peace agreement signed in June 2025, with participation from the US, Qatar, and the African Union to support peace efforts and dispute resolution.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by DW (English)
Somalia accuses Ethiopia of attempting to annex part of its territory by signing a sea access deal with the breakaway region of Somaliland, granting Ethiopia the right to build a port and naval base along Somaliland's coast. The deal also involves Ethiopia recognizing Somaliland, which Somalia still claims as its own. Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud accused Ethiopian security forces of trying to block him from attending an African Union summit, while AU Commission chief Moussa Faki Mahamat described the feud as one of many difficulties facing the continent.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Daily Mail
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has stated that there is no point in continuing Gaza truce talks until Hamas drops its 'delusional' demands, including the release of prisoners and control over a holy site in Jerusalem. He also indicated that Israeli troops would enter the southern Gaza Strip city of Rafah regardless of a potential hostage release. Meanwhile, leaders at an African Union summit condemned Israel's offensive in Gaza and called for its immediate end, with the AU chairman accusing Israel of committing genocide in Palestine.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Al Jazeera English
Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud accuses Ethiopia of attempting to annex part of Somalia's territory by signing a sea access deal with the breakaway region of Somaliland, which Somalia claims as its own. The agreement grants Ethiopia a 50-year lease on a naval base with access to Somaliland's Berbera port, sparking outrage from Somalia and leading to a dispute between the two countries. President Mohamud also alleges that Ethiopian security forces tried to block his access to the African Union summit, while Ethiopia denies the accusation and insists that they warmly welcomed the Somali delegation.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Al Jazeera English
The African Union's upcoming summit in Addis Ababa raises questions about the organization's muted stance on Ethiopia's internal conflicts and human rights violations, despite its historical ties to the country. The AU has been criticized for refraining from addressing atrocities in Ethiopia and even supporting the government's actions, possibly due to strategic partnerships and geopolitical considerations. The AU's handling of the Tigray conflict and its decision to end an inquiry into war crimes have sparked controversy and raised concerns about the organization's commitment to addressing conflicts within its host nation.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Associated Press
African leaders, including the African Union Commission Chairman Moussa Faki Mahamat and South African President Cyril Ramaphosa, criticized Israel's military campaign in Gaza at a conference in Kampala, calling for an immediate cease-fire and the release of hostages. They also urged for international justice for the Palestinians and expanded humanitarian access to Gaza. South Africa has filed a case at the International Court of Justice against Israel for genocide, while the Palestinian ambassador to the U.N. appealed to the Non-Aligned Movement to pressure Israel for a cease-fire after 100 days of war with Hamas.