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Africa - 29 June 2026
EU Delegation Visits Sudan in First High-Level Mission Since War Began
Port Sudan, June 18, 2026 - A high-level European Union delegation has concluded its first official visit to Sudan since the outbreak of the conflict in April 2023, signaling renewed diplomatic engagement as international efforts to end the war and address the country's worsening humanitarian crisis
By Sarah Ndaya - 3 min read
Africa - 28 June 2026
Washington Peace Agreement Records Limited Progress After One Year
Kinshasa, June 27, 2026 - One year after the signing of the Washington Peace Agreement between the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Rwanda, implementation has remained limited, with the two countries completing less than one-third of their respective commitments, according to an independent asse
By Sarah Ndaya - 3 min read
Africa - 28 June 2026
Rwanda Shares Post-Genocide Development Lessons at Lesotho Leadership Forum
Kigali, Rwanda, June 22, 2026 - Prime Minister Dr. Justin Nsengiyumva has shared Rwanda's experience in rebuilding the country after the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi, highlighting long-term planning, good governance and citizen participation as key drivers of the country's recovery and developmen
By Sarah Ndaya - 3 min read
Africa - 21 June 2026
Ethiopia-Djibouti Partnership Strengthens Regional Integration in the Horn of Africa
Djibouti City, June 23, 2026 - Ethiopia and Djibouti continue to deepen a strategic partnership that has evolved into one of the Horn of Africa's strongest examples of regional integration, driven by growing economic interdependence, infrastructure development, and cooperation on security and trade.
By Sarah Ndaya - 3 min read
Africa - 21 June 2026
Mali Reaffirms Strategic Partnership with Russia During Russia Day Celebration
Bamako, June 15, 2026 - Mali reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening ties with the Russian Federation during a reception in Bamako marking Russia Day, highlighting the growing strategic partnership between the two countries.
By Sarah Ndaya - 3 min read
Africa - 9 June 2026
Mali Pushes Environmental Diplomacy Through Talks on Great Green Wall Financing
Bamako, June 4, 2026 - Mali’s Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Abdoulaye Diop, held talks with the Executive Secretary of the Pan-African Agency for the Great Green Wall (APGMV), Almoustapha Garba, as part of efforts to strengthen environmental diplomacy and advance regiona
By Sarah Ndaya - 3 min read
Africa - 8 June 2026
Rwanda Envoy Hails Zimbabwe’s Election to UN Security Council as Milestone for Africa
Harare, June 10, 2026 - Rwanda’s Ambassador to Zimbabwe, James Musoni, has congratulated Zimbabwe following its election as a non-permanent member of the United Nations Security Council for the 2027-2028 term, describing the development as a major diplomatic achievement for both the country and the
By Sarah Ndaya - 3 min read
Africa - 7 June 2026
Mali PM Calls for African Information Sovereignty at Pan-African Media Forum
Bamako, June 3, 2026 - Mali’s Prime Minister and Head of Government, Major General Abdoulaye Maïga, on Wednesday presided over the opening ceremony of the Pan-African Media Forum (FOPAME), calling for strengthened African information sovereignty amid rapidly evolving global communication dynamics.
By Sarah Ndaya - 3 min read
Africa - 4 June 2026
Djibouti and UNDP Expand Cooperation to Drive Sustainable Development Agenda
Djibouti, June 1, 2026 - Djibouti has strengthened its partnership with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), following high-level discussions aimed at accelerating economic reform and advancing sustainable development priorities.
By Sarah Ndaya - 3 min read
Africa - 26 May 2026
Rwanda and Uganda Signal Strengthened Cooperation Following Ayebare Appointment
KIGALI, Rwanda, May 27, 2026 - Rwanda’s Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Olivier Nduhungirehe has expressed confidence in strengthened diplomatic cooperation with Uganda following the appointment of Dr. Adonia Ayebare as Uganda’s new Minister of Foreign Affairs.
By Sarah Ndaya - 3 min read
Africa - 22 May 2026
Djibouti and Somalia Reaffirm Strategic Ties During Ambassadorial Ceremony
Mogadishu, May 17, 2026 - Djibouti and Somalia have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening diplomatic cooperation and regional stability following the official presentation of credentials by Djibouti’s new ambassador to Somalia, Osman Doubad Sougouleh.
By Sarah Ndaya - 3 min read
Africa - 20 May 2026
Mali, African Union Hold Talks on Sahel Security and Counterterrorism Efforts
Addis Ababa, May 15, 2026 - Mali’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Abdoulaye DIOP, held talks with Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, Chairperson of the Commission of the African Union, during an official visit to Addis Ababa.
By Sarah Ndaya - 3 min read
Africa - 12 May 2026
Rwanda Calls for Reform of UN Security Council Decision-Making Process
Nairobi, May 12, 2026 - Rwanda’s Minister of Foreign Affairs and Cooperation Olivier Nduhungirehe has called for reforms to the United Nations Security Council, arguing that its current decision-making system allows a small group of powerful countries to block resolutions even when there is broad in
By Sarah Ndaya - 3 min read
Africa - 9 May 2026
DRC and Uganda Conclude Joint Commission Meeting Ahead of Strategic Agreements
KAMPALA, May 10, 2026 - The Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda on Sunday concluded the 9th session of their Joint Standing Commission in Kampala, paving the way for the signing of six strategic agreements aimed at strengthening bilateral cooperation and regional integration.
By Sarah Ndaya - 3 min read
Africa - 7 May 2026
Mali Reaffirms Migration Policy at UN Forum in New York
NEW YORK, May 5-8, 2026 - Mali has reiterated its commitment to international cooperation on migration during the International Migration Review Forum (IMRF), held at the United Nations headquarters in New York.
By Sarah Ndaya - 3 min read
Africa - 6 May 2026
Djibouti Selected to Host Next CONFEMEN Session in 2028
Djibouti, May 2, 2026 - The Republic of Djibouti has been selected to host the next session of the Conference of Ministers of Education of the States and Governments of La Francophonie (CONFEMEN), scheduled for 2028.
By Sarah Ndaya - 3 min read
Africa - 2 May 2026
President Kagame visits Tanzania to strengthen bilateral cooperation
Dar es Salaam, 3 May 2026 - President Paul Kagame has arrived in Tanzania for an official visit aimed at strengthening diplomatic and economic relations between the two neighbouring countries.
By Sarah Ndaya - 3 min read
Africa - 26 April 2026
AES Media Regulation Initiative Gains Momentum as Mali Hosts Niger Delegation
Bamako, April 15, 2026 - Mali’s Prime Minister, Major General Abdoulaye Maïga, on Wednesday received a high-level delegation from Niger led by Ibrahim Manzo Diallo, President of the National Communication Observatory (ONC), as regional efforts to coordinate media regulation within the Sahel intensif
By Sarah Ndaya - 3 min read
Africa - 19 April 2026
Macky Sall Outlines UN Leadership Vision, Promises Focus on Eastern DRC Security Crisis
Kinshasa/New York, April 12, 2026 - As the race for the next United Nations Secretary-General begins to take shape, former Senegalese President Macky Sall has outlined his vision for global leadership, placing particular emphasis on strengthening Africa’s voice in international decision-making and a
By Sarah Ndaya - 3 min read
Africa - 18 April 2026
Rwanda and Chad Sign Cooperation Agreement to Strengthen Bilateral Ties
Kigali, April 9, 2026 - Rwanda and Chad have signed a new cooperation agreement establishing a Joint Commission aimed at enhancing bilateral relations and promoting joint development initiatives.
By Sarah Ndaya - 3 min read
Africa - 17 April 2026
Uganda and Rwanda to Hold 12th Round of Bilateral Cooperation Talks in Kampala
Kampala April 19, 2026 - Uganda is preparing to host the 12th session of the Permanent Commission between Uganda and Rwanda, in a new round of talks aimed at strengthening bilateral cooperation across multiple sectors.
By Sarah Ndaya - 3 min read
Africa - 12 April 2026
Mali and Equatorial Guinea Strengthen Bilateral Ties Through High-Level Talks
Malabo, March 31, 2026 - Mali and Equatorial Guinea have reaffirmed their commitment to deepening bilateral cooperation following high-level discussions held on the sidelines of the 11th Summit of Heads of State and Government of the Organisation of African, Caribbean and Pacific
By Sarah Ndaya - 3 min read
Africa - 12 April 2026
Mali Strengthens Migration Cooperation Through High-Level Talks in Cairo
Cairo, April 2, 2026 - Mali intensified its diplomatic engagement on migration governance during a series of high-level meetings held on the sidelines of an African ministerial gathering in Cairo. Representing Mali, the Minister of Malians Abroad and African Integration, Mossa Ag
By Amina Kabasele - 3 min read
Africa - 12 April 2026
President Guelleh Meets International Election Observers Ahead of April 10 Vote
Djibouti, April 8, 2026 - The President of the Republic and candidate for re-election, Ismail Omar Guelleh, held a series of meetings on Wednesday with the heads of international observer delegations deployed for the upcoming presidential election scheduled for April 10. The meet
By Jean-Marc Okito - 3 min read
Africa - 12 April 2026
Burkina Faso Reaffirms AES Commitment to Respectful Multilateralism at OACPS Summit
Malabo, March 29, 2026 - Burkina Faso has reiterated its commitment to a form of multilateralism grounded in respect for national sovereignty and local development paths, during the 11th Summit of Heads of State and Government of the Organisation of African, Caribbean and Pacific
By Amina Kabasele - 3 min read
Africa - 12 April 2026
Mali and IOM Reinforce Cooperation on Migration Governance Ahead of Global Forum
Bamako, April 10, 2026 - Mali has strengthened its cooperation with the International Organization for Migration in efforts to improve coordination and governance of migration-related policies. The Minister for Malians Living Abroad and African Integration, Mossa Ag Attaher, rece
By Amina Kabasele - 3 min read
Africa - 8 April 2026
African Group at the UN Holds Strategic Retreat under Mali’s Leadership
New York, March 29-30, 2026 - Ambassadors of the African Group to the United Nations convened in New York for a high-level strategic retreat aimed at strengthening coordination and advancing the continent’s priorities within the UN system.
By Sarah Ndaya - 3 min read
Africa - 22 March 2026
President Tshisekedi Demands “Urgent” Completion of Governance Framework for Inga III
March 22, 2026 - President Félix Tshisekedi has called for the rapid finalization of the governance framework for the Grand Inga hydropower project, emphasizing its strategic importance in transforming the Democratic Republic of Congo into a continental energy powerhouse. Speakin
By Jean-Marc Okito - 3 min read
Africa - 8 March 2026
25th Summit Opens in Arusha Without DRC’s Tshisekedi or Rwanda’s Kagame
ARUSHA, Tanzania March 7, 2026 - The 25th Ordinary Summit of the East African Community (EAC) opened today in Arusha under the theme, “Deepening Integration to Improve the Living Conditions of EAC Citizens,” despite notable absences, including DRC President Félix Tshisekedi and R
By Amina Kabasele - 3 min read
Africa - 8 March 2026
Rwanda’s Ministry of Environment Questioned Over Rwf1.2 Billion Forest Loss
The Chamber of Deputies has demanded an explanation from the Ministry of Environment regarding a Rwf1.2 billion loss caused by mismanagement of contracts between the Government of Rwanda and Sawmill East Africa Ltd (SEAL), the issue was raised during a plenary session on March 4,
By Sarah Ndaya - 3 min read