Africa: Interview – Why Nigerians Remain Vulnerable to Xenophobia in South Africa – How Governments Can Change the Narrative – – Acting High Commissioner Temitope Ajayi

Africa: Interview – Why Nigerians Remain Vulnerable to Xenophobia in South Africa – How Governments Can Change the Narrative – – Acting High Commissioner Temitope Ajayi

“Many people entered South Africa legally but later became undocumented because of …” Recurring xenophobic attacks and migration debates have continued to shape perceptions of Nigeria-South Africa relations despite cordial diplomatic ties between both countries. During a recent visit to the Nigerian High Commission in Pretoria, PREMIUM TIMES interviewed Nigeria’s Acting High Commissioner, Temitope Ajayi,…

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Africa: Interview – Why Nigerians Remain Vulnerable to Xenophobia in South Africa – How Governments Can Change the Narrative – – Acting High Commissioner Temitope Ajayi

Africa: Statement By H.E. Amb. Bankole Adeoye, Commissioner for Political Affairs, Peace and Security, African Union Commission, On the Occasion of the Commemoration of the 2026 World Press Freedom Day, Under the Theme – ‘Shaping a Future At Peace’ – 3 May 2026, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Dear Fellow Africans: The African Union joins the global community in commemorating World Press Freedom Day 2026, observed annually on 3 May, marking the anniversary of the Windhoek Declaration of 1991, a landmark affirmation of the essential role of a free, independent, and pluralistic press in advancing democracy and sustainable development. This year’s theme, “Shaping…

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Africa: Interview – Why Nigerians Remain Vulnerable to Xenophobia in South Africa – How Governments Can Change the Narrative – – Acting High Commissioner Temitope Ajayi

African Union Commissioner Launches Côte d’Ivoire ‘Spotlight’ Report, Championing Foundational Learning As Continental Priority

The African Union Commission (AUC), in partnership with the Government of Côte d’Ivoire and UNESCO’s Global Education Monitoring (GEM) Report, today launched the country Spotlight report on foundational learning. The event also marked the release of the French version of the 2025 continental Spotlight report on basic education completion and foundational learning in Africa “Lead…

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Africa: Interview – Why Nigerians Remain Vulnerable to Xenophobia in South Africa – How Governments Can Change the Narrative – – Acting High Commissioner Temitope Ajayi

Africa: AU Commissioner Praises GERD As Model of Africa’s Self-Financed Infrastructure

The African Union Commissioner for Infrastructure and Energy, Lerato Mataboge, has described the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam as a landmark example of Africa’s ability to finance and deliver transformative infrastructure using its own resources. Speaking at a press conference on accelerating Agenda 2063, advancing digital transformation and implementing the Programme for Infrastructure Development in Africa,…

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Africa: Interview – Why Nigerians Remain Vulnerable to Xenophobia in South Africa – How Governments Can Change the Narrative – – Acting High Commissioner Temitope Ajayi

Africa: AU Commissioner Vilakati Applauds Ethiopia’s Wheat Milestone, Pushes Digital Agriculture to Shape Africa’s Future

The African Union Commissioner for Agriculture, Rural Development, Blue Economy and Sustainable Environment, Moses Vilakati, has praised Ethiopia’s agricultural progress, describing its emergence as a wheat exporter as a major milestone for the continent. Reflecting on Ethiopia’s agricultural transformation, Vilakati noted the remarkable journey the country has taken in strengthening its food production systems. “We…

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Africa: Interview – Why Nigerians Remain Vulnerable to Xenophobia in South Africa – How Governments Can Change the Narrative – – Acting High Commissioner Temitope Ajayi

Africa: AUC-Esti Commissioner, H.E. Prof. Gaspard Banyankimbona, in China to Deepen AU-China Partnership At Innovation for Sustainable Development Conference

The African Union Commissioner for Education, Science, Technology and Innovation, H.E. Prof. Gaspard Banyankimbona, is leading a six-person delegation to Wuhan, China, from November 19-21, 2025, to participate in the China-Africa Innovation for Sustainable Development Conference. The delegation includes representatives from the Education, Science, Technology, and Innovation Department; the Economic Development, Tourism, Trade, Industry, and…

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Africa: Interview – Why Nigerians Remain Vulnerable to Xenophobia in South Africa – How Governments Can Change the Narrative – – Acting High Commissioner Temitope Ajayi

Africa’s Migration, Humanitarian Agenda Require Urgent Action – AU Commissioner Twum-Amoah

Addis Ababa — Africa’s migration and humanitarian agenda require urgent, coordinated action, solidarity, and a people-centered approach, according to Amma Twum-Amoah, African Union Commissioner for Health, Humanitarian Affairs and Social Development. A two-day 5th Ordinary Session of the Specialized Technical Committee (STC) on Migration, Refugees and Internally Displaced Persons is underway at the African Union…

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