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At the extraordinary summit of AUSSOM troop-contributing countries held in Kampala from 29 to 31 July 2026, the Somali president opposed a provision in the final communiqué that urged a national political dialogue to address the country’s unresolved political disputes.
The dialogue on Saturday was opened by Rahab Mukami Wachira, Nyeri Woman Representative and President of the Pan-African Parliament Women's Caucus, who described the adoption of the AU-CEVAWG as a landmark step in protecting women and girls across the continent.
African Union Representative on Women, Peace and Security Ambassador Liberata Mulamula echoed the call, urging governments to move beyond symbolic representation and ensure women and young people have genuine influence over decisions affecting the region
Government spokesman Felix Kwakye Ofosu confirmed on Tuesday that Ghana had formally informed South Africa that the visit should be delayed until the situation improves.
In a statement issued on Monday, KEG said the reported deployment of military force against a media organisation represented a serious threat to freedom of expression and the rule of law, warning that such actions could undermine democratic governance and public access to independent information.
In a joint statement issued on Wednesday, the heads of the three organizations accused Israel of violating international law and urged the international community to intervene to protect Palestinians and halt policies of annexation, displacement and settlement expansion.
Talks in Addis Ababa focused on regional peace and security, with a specific emphasis on developments in eastern DRC and their broader implications for stability and development across the region
The accreditation makes Africa CDC the first African Union institution and the first continental public health agency globally to receive Implementing Entity status. It is also only the second African institution, after the African Development Bank, to obtain the designation
The regional bloc warned that actions undermining Somalia’s unity could heighten tensions and threaten peace, stability, and cooperation across the Horn of Africa, calling for restraint and respect for internationally recognized principles
In a statement issued on Thursday, the AU boss said the agreement demonstrates the value of diplomacy in resolving long-running conflicts.
Ruto and South African President Cyril Ramaphosa also reaffirmed their commitment to working together through the African Union, the United Nations and other multilateral institutions to promote peace, security and development across the continent.
The appointment marks a key leadership transition within the continental body, with the Commission praising both the incoming official’s expertise in peace and security affairs and the outgoing chief’s service and leadership during his tenure.