African Union — continental governance organization managing election observation missions, dialogue processes, and protocols on freedom of movement and trade integration across African nations.
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… the country criticism, from Kenya’s apparent hosting of sanctioned leaders of the RSF from Sudan, which resulted in Kenya’s exports to Sudan being banned, to remarks terming East African countries as less developed than Kenya, and questioning the suitability of the African Union …
President Ruto under fire over diplomatic gaffes after Tanzania State visitCapital News
… She is also credited as the principal architect of the Sexual Offences Act, which strengthened the country’s legal framework on gender-based violence, and played a key role in the development of the African Union’s Maputo Protocol on women’s rights. …
Kenya backs Justice Njoki Ndung’u in bid for ICC judgeshipCapital News
… It added that the Africa Forward Summit 2026 is intended to advance a “fundamentally different approach” centred on African-led solutions and institutions. “Strategic Autonomy means that African institutions, the African Union, regional bodies, and member states, lead the definit …
Africa Forward Summit to Explore New Financing Models for Continental Security, Foreign Affairs SaysThe Standard
… to eliminating all outstanding non-tariff barriers by June 30.The two leaders also reaffirmed commitment to the Voi-Mwatate-Taveta railway line and the Malindi-Bagamoyo Super Highway, and said 564 of the 778-kilometre shared boundary had been demarcated, with a 2027 African Union …
'Why didn't you tell me about my own refinery?' Samia confronts RutoCapital News
… It brought together foreign ministers and senior representatives from a wide alliance of stakeholders, including the African Union, European Union, and co-host nations — France, Germany, the United Kingdom, and the United States of America. …
Global Coalition Reinforces ‘Berlin Principles’ as Roadmap to End Sudan WarCapital News
… Kenya’s diplomatic role Gholampour further highlighted Kenya’s potential role as a mediator in global and regional conflicts, citing its history of peacebuilding and its position within the African Union. …
Strait of Hormuz Tensions Hurting Kenya-Iran Trade – Iran Envoy saysCapital News
… Its role in securing African Union membership in the G20, supporting African inclusion in BRICS, and backing reform of the UN Security Council underscores a broader ambition to strengthen Global South cooperation. …
India–Africa Summit Signals Strategic Reset in Trade, Energy and Global South PartnershipsCitizen Digital
… His appointment came as he expanded his role in regional peace processes, including assignments as an African Union peace envoy and mediator, with engagements in the Horn of Africa and eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo. …
Uhuru joins leaders at TANA Forum in GhanaCapital News
… The Prime Cabinet Secretary also cautioned against undermining African institutions such as the African Union and IGAD, noting that they occupy a strategic role in the continent’s peace architecture. …
Mudavadi Calls for End to “Commercialization of Peace” in Africa, Urges New Mediation ApproachesCapital News
… Jiang Feng, head of the Mission of China to the African Union, said the CIIE has grown into an important bridge linking African countries with the Chinese market, and African participation has grown steadily year by year. …
Zero-tariff policy to boost Ethiopian coffee exportsThe World Health Organization warned Friday that an Ebola outbreak in northeastern Democratic Republic of Congo is spreading into new areas and is larger than initially detected, with 676 confirmed cases and 136 deaths since May 15, and isolation bed capacity far below what is needed.
13 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The World Health Organization warned Friday that an Ebola outbreak in northeastern Democratic Republic of Congo is spreading into new areas and is larger than initially detected, with 676 confirmed cases and 136 deaths since May 15, and isolation bed capacity far below what is needed.
13 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya's Principal Secretary for Science, Research and Innovation called on African nuclear regulators to build stronger and future-ready regulatory systems as the continent expands its use of nuclear and radiation technologies in healthcare, agriculture, industry, and energy sectors.
12 June 2026 · Capital News →
Ethiopia's government alleges that hardline elements of the Tigray People's Liberation Front are preparing an offensive against the federal government in the coming days, according to statements by the minister of east African affairs and intelligence chief in an Al Jazeera editorial. The TPLF has not yet responded to the claims.
12 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The World Health Organization warned Friday that the Ebola outbreak in northeastern Democratic Republic of Congo is spreading into new areas, with 676 confirmed cases and 136 deaths since the outbreak was declared on May 15. Isolation bed capacity is far below anticipated need, and cases are now occurring through local community spread in addition to travel from hotspots.
12 June 2026 · The Standard →
An opinion piece argues that Kenya's reliance on imported fossil fuels—which consume almost 5 per cent of GDP—makes the economy vulnerable to volatile global markets; the author contends that electric mobility, which other East African countries are adopting, offers a viable alternative.
10 June 2026 · The Standard →
An opinion piece argues that as East African finance ministers prepare budgets totalling roughly USD 125 billion across six countries, the real test will be whether these budgets shift power and decision-making to young people who must live with today's consequences, rather than simply funding government activity.
10 June 2026 · The Standard →
Western embassies and the UN mission in Somalia issued a joint statement calling on Somali political actors to resume dialogue and agree on an electoral roadmap amid a worsening political standoff. IGAD separately condemned violence in Mogadishu and called for de-escalation, with its Executive Secretary urging leaders to prioritize national interests and peaceful resolution of disputes.
9 June 2026 · The Standard →
A US-led coalition including eight Western nations has endorsed a Sudanese civilian-led dialogue process under a quintet of the AU, IGAD, League of Arab States, EU and the UN, aiming to launch within weeks and establish an independent civilian-led transitional authority for peace and democratic governance.
8 June 2026 · Capital News →
South Africa's President Cyril Ramaphosa said the country will act against groups exploiting concerns about illegal immigration to fuel xenophobic violence. Ghana, Nigeria, Malawi and Mozambique are repatriating citizens following anti-immigrant protests that have turned violent, with Mozambique reporting five of its citizens killed.
8 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
A Mo Ibrahim Foundation report released in May 2026 found that limited freedom of movement and connectivity for Africans, despite the African Union's Free Movement of Persons Protocol, are hampering the implementation of the African Continental Free Trade Area agreement. While Mali, Niger, Rwanda, and São Tomé and Príncipe have ratified the Protocol, other countries remain closed due to security concerns, reciprocity issues, and lack of political commitment.
7 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka clarified that fellow United Opposition co-principals Rigathi Gachagua, Fred Matiang'i and Martha Karua did not attend his campaign platform launch because he wanted to first present his own presidential agenda before joint political engagements. Kalonzo dismissed claims of rifts, saying the opposition coalition remains united and focused on challenging President William Ruto.
7 June 2026 · Capital News →
Wiper Democratic Movement leader Kalonzo Musyoka has unveiled a 13-point presidential platform centred on governance reform, economic recovery, and improved public services, with pledges including safeguarding human rights, fighting corruption through audits and asset recovery, and implementing tax reforms to address the cost of living.
7 June 2026 · Capital News →
A deadly drone strike hit Ethiopia's Tigray region on Friday near Shiraro, according to dissident authorities, who accused the federal government of escalating tensions and raising fears of renewed war. A civil war between the federal government and the TPLF in 2020–2022 led to more than 600,000 deaths, and a peace deal ending the conflict has never been fully implemented.
6 June 2026 · The Standard →
An opinion piece argues that Kenya should have been the first to respond when activist Boniface Mwangi alleged detention, torture, and sexual assault in Tanzania in 2025, rather than waiting for the US State Department to act. The author contends that a government valuing its citizens must protect their safety and dignity regardless of where they are.
5 June 2026 · The Standard →
President William Ruto pledged to deepen economic, diplomatic, and strategic ties with South Africa during a State Visit to Pretoria, saying the two nations are key players in elevating Africa's voice on the global stage and positioning themselves as drivers of Africa's transformation.
4 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya and South Africa signed six Memoranda of Understanding covering trade facilitation, maritime cooperation, gender equality, TVET, arts and culture, and sports and recreation. The agreements aim to deepen bilateral trade, strengthen African integration, and reduce non-tariff barriers between the two nations.
4 June 2026 · Capital News →
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa rejected claims of xenophobia during President William Ruto's state visit to Pretoria, instead framing migration as a continental challenge requiring African-led solutions and deeper economic integration. Ramaphosa acknowledged migration was placing pressure on communities and public services but stressed the issue was not unique to South Africa and required collective action from African governments.
4 June 2026 · Capital News →
Anti-Counterfeit Authority Executive Director Robi M King'a has been elected unanimously as Vice-Chair of the World Intellectual Property Organisation's Advisory Committee on Enforcement, placing Kenya at the forefront of international efforts to combat counterfeiting and enforce intellectual property rights.
4 June 2026 · The Standard →
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa described Kenya and South Africa as strategic partners with a shared vision for Africa, rejecting suggestions of rivalry between the two nations. During a joint press briefing with President William Ruto in Pretoria, Ramaphosa said the countries are "complementary" and align on key continental and global issues.
4 June 2026 · The Standard →
Former President Uhuru Kenyatta, head of a 73-member African Union Election Observation Mission, presented findings and recommendations from Ethiopia's June 1, 2026 General Elections to the Ethiopian National Election Board and Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed, who expressed gratitude for the mission's support to the country's democratic process.
3 June 2026 · The Standard →
China has deployed a specialized medical expert team to the Democratic Republic of the Congo to support containment efforts against an ongoing Bundibugyo strain Ebola outbreak, joining international partners in assisting the country. The Chinese team departed Beijing on Tuesday and will work alongside Congolese health authorities and international agencies, with China also pledging emergency humanitarian assistance and continued support based on the outbreak's evolving needs.
2 June 2026 · Capital News →
The main airport in Ituri province, which had been closed for 10 days due to an Ebola outbreak, reopened on Tuesday. The Democratic Republic of Congo is battling an epidemic suspected to have killed at least 246 people in the country and neighbouring Uganda.
2 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The ongoing Middle East conflict is revealing Africa's heavy reliance on imported refined petroleum products from the Gulf, with East Africa sourcing nearly 80 per cent of its refined petroleum from Middle Eastern suppliers. Supply disruptions have already triggered fuel station queues, rising prices, and increased transport and electricity costs across African cities, threatening economic stability and social cohesion.
2 June 2026 · The Standard →
Ethiopians voted on Monday with the Prosperity Party of incumbent Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed expected to win a landslide victory. Abiy, who has ruled since 2018, has been criticized for growing authoritarianism despite his earlier Nobel Peace Prize win for mending relations with Eritrea.
1 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Friedrich Naumann Foundation held a geopolitical academy in Nairobi with 21 participants to discuss how changing global power dynamics and competing great powers affect Kenya and Africa's position in the emerging world order. Speakers emphasized that geopolitical shifts—from regional wars to economic pressures—directly impact daily life across the continent and determine whether Africa becomes a key player or remains sidelined.
1 June 2026 · The Standard →
Ghana's government has issued a travel advisory warning its nationals against non-essential travel to South Africa following what it describes as increasing xenophobic attacks targeting Africans by anti-immigrant vigilante groups, which have caused injuries, business closures, looting and property loss. Ghana has taken diplomatic steps including formal protests, summoning South Africa's Acting High Commissioner, petitioning the African Union, and evacuating some nationals.
1 June 2026 · The Standard →
Former President Uhuru Kenyatta is leading the African Union Election Observation Mission in Addis Ababa for Ethiopia's upcoming general election. He emphasized the continental importance of the vote given Ethiopia's status as host of the AU headquarters, and called for a peaceful and credible electoral process.
30 May 2026 · Capital News →
President William Ruto will undertake a three-day state visit to South Africa from June 3 to June 5, 2026, at the invitation of President Cyril Ramaphosa, aimed at strengthening diplomatic, trade and investment ties. The visit will include a formal welcome ceremony at the Union Buildings in Tshwane on June 4, bilateral talks between the two heads of state, and a business forum bringing together stakeholders from both countries.
30 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Africa CDC's head Jean Kaseya said a vaccine against the Bundibugyo strain of Ebola—which currently has no approved vaccine or treatment and is causing an outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo—will be ready by the end of 2026, with vaccine candidates already under consideration.
29 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Democratic Republic of Congo reported 204 deaths from 867 suspected Ebola cases across three provinces, while Uganda confirmed three new cases and the Africa Centres for Disease Control warned that 10 African countries faced risk of infection.
24 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →