Nairobi — The African Union (AU) has expressed deep concern over the escalating crisis in Venezuela, warning that the country’s complex internal challenges can only be resolved through inclusive political dialogue among Venezuelans themselves. In a communiqué issued from its headquarters in Addis Ababa on January 3, the AU said it was closely monitoring recent…
As 2025 draws to a close, geopolitical divides are deepening – North and South, East and West. Against this backdrop, the UN Alliance of Civilizations marks two decades of bridging divides as its Riyadh Forum takes on intolerance, hate speech, and the fight for mutual respect in a multipolar world. On 14-15 December, the Suadi…
The G20 moment presents a critical opportunity for African political leadership to shape global governance in ways that reflect its priorities around climate justice, equitable development, and inclusive democracy. South Africa’s G20 presidency and the permanent membership of the African Union to the group, presents tangible domestic, regional and international opportunities for youth leadership in…
NewsFeed Protesters in Madagascar’s capital have refused to speak with President Andry Rajoelina, instead demanding his immediate resignation. The UN has reported that 22 people have been killed since protests over water and power cuts began in late September. Published On 9 Oct 20259 Oct 2025 Click here to share on social media share2 Share
The European Union (EU) — African Union (AU) Human Rights Dialogue successfully concluded in Brussels, Belgium, on 7 October 2025, with civil society from both Africa and Europe playing an integral role in the deliberations. The Secretary General of the National Union of Somali Journalists (NUSOJ), Omar Faruk Osman, in his capacity as the current…
The Intelligent Community Dialogue Agent (ICDA), developed at the Sibanye-Stillwater Digital Mining Laboratory (DigiMine) within the Wits Mining Institute, aims to bridge the gap between mines and the communities they affect. Image supplied. click to enlarge The platform is being developed in collaboration with local and international partners as part of the Mastermine project, funded…
The United Nations remains “the house of diplomacy and dialogue” in a divided world, General Assembly President Annalena Baerbock said as she closed the 80th session’s general debate, urging nations to convert the week’s momentum into concrete action on peace, climate change and institutional reform. Over six days, 189 Member States spoke from the iconic…
Tseliso Mohlomi, senior director at the Tshwane University of Technology’s Institute for the Future of Work. Minister of Trade, Industry and Competition, Parks Tau; Director-General of the Department of the DSTI, Dr Mlungisi Cele; ICASA Chairperson Mothibi Ramusi; and academic and industry thought leaders will be among the dignitaries debating the future of work at…
New York — The President of Angola and African Union Chairperson, João Lourenço, warned on Monday (22) in New York that the conflict between Israel and Hamas will not be resolved by resorting to weapons, no matter how sophisticated. President Louenço stated that “this conflict, which has lasted for decades and has an unusual level…
João Lourenço’s nomination for the Nobel Peace Prize resonates across the continent. Angola is not a distant actor; it is a neighbour to many and a partner whose choices shape regional organisations, the Great Lakes, and vital trade corridors. The nomination letter signed by Angolan academic Afonso Botáz frames Lourenço’s record in the plain language…
