May 17
South Sudan: South Sudan, Rebel Groups Sign Peace Deal
New Times
South Sudan's Transitional Government of National Unity and opposition groups signed a pact on Thursday to enhance efforts toward lasting peace and stability in the country, Xinhua… Read more »
Uganda: Nabbanja to Mediate in Pader Leadership Wrangles
Nile Post
Having personally experienced the fight between the Pader District chairman Retired Colonel Fearless Obwoya and his RDC Milton Odong, Prime Minister Robinah Nabbanja has summoned… Read more »
May 14
Africa: Media Must Dig Deep into Root Causes of Africa's Conflicts - AU Special Envoy Bineta Diop
allAfrica
Africa continues to grapple with the harsh realities of conflict. From long-running struggles in places like the Democratic Republic of Congo and Somalia to the recent eruption of… Read more »
South Sudan: Peace Negotiations - Not Everyone Is Convinced of the Initiative
Agenzia Fides
A new round of peace negotiations between the South Sudanese government and the Non-Signatory Opposition Group (NSOG) began on May 3 in Nairobi (Kenya). Read more »
Somalia: NCC Meeting Begins in Mogadishu
Radio Dalsan
The National Consultative Council (NCC) meeting today began at Villa Somalia, the Presidential Palace in the capital Mogadishu. Read more »
May 11
Sudan: Sudan's Humanitarian Coordinator Calls for Immediate Ceasefire in Al Fasher to Safeguard Civilians [press release]
OCHA
Statement by the Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator for Sudan, Clementine Nkweta-Salami, on the attack in Al Fasher. Read more »
May 10
Sudan: Tagadom - 'Sudan Army and RSF to Return to Negotiation Table Without Conditions'
Dabanga
The official founding conference of the Civil Democratic Forces alliance (Tagadom), twice postponed, is now scheduled to take place in the Ethiopian capital of Addis Ababa on May… Read more »
South Sudan: President Ruto Urges Unity for Lasting Peace in South Sudan
Capital FM
President William Ruto has called for a strong commitment from all parties in the South Sudan peace process to achieve lasting and sustainable peace. Read more »
May 09
Uganda: West Nile Ex-Combatants Receive Resettlement Package, Minister Urges Responsible Use
Nile Post
In a ceremony held at Koboko district, the Ugandan government distributed a resettlement package valued at 5.1 billion shillings to 4,901 former combatants of the West Nile Bank… Read more »
South Africa: Pandor Highlights Importance of Student Activism in Support of Palestine
SAnews.gov.za
International Relations and Cooperation Minister, Dr Naledi Pandor, has welcomed the growing international movement of student activism in support of justice for the people of… Read more »
Ethiopia: Premier Renews Call for Political Dialogue
Ethiopian Herald
ADDIS ABABA - Resolving disagreements through poltical dialogue and close talks would help the nation ensure lasting peace and security, said Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed (PhD). Read more »
May 08
Sudan: Sudan Requests Ethiopia to Play Vital Role in Sudan's Comprehensive Peace-Making Efforts
ENA
State Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Mesganu Arga today received Acting Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of the Sudan, Ambassador Hussein Awad Ali Mohammed, in… Read more »
May 02
Somalia: UN Special Representative Catriona Laing Bids Farewell to Southwest State of Somalia
Shabelle
The UN Special Representative for Somalia, Catriona Laing, recently concluded her farewell visits to the Southwest State of Somalia, where she met with President Abdiaziz Hassan… Read more »
April 29
Ethiopia: Union Body Appeals for Peace, Economic Relief
Addis Standard
The Confederation of Ethiopian Trade Unions (CETU) has called upon the government to address persisting conflicts through peaceful negotiations and offer economic assistance to… Read more »
Nigeria: Warri Boys Call for Peaceful Coexistence Among Ethnic Groups
Vanguard
The Warri Boys Association in Lagos has called for peaceful coexistence among all ethnic groups in Delta State and across Nigeria. Read more »
April 28
Nigeria: Tompolo Instrumental to Peace in N'delta - Ogulagha Elders Synod
Vanguard
Ogulagha Community Elders Synod has commended High Chief Government Oweizide aka Tompolo for peace in the kingdom and Ijaw nation. Read more »
Ethiopia: Standard-Bearer of Commonpeace,Security,Development
Ethiopian Herald
Ethiopia knows full well that peace is the salient prerequisite for the continent especially for the volatile and conflicts-rocked East African Region. That is why its foreign… Read more »
April 25
Ghana: The Civil Service Supports Government's Effort to Maintain Peace and Security - Head of the Civil Service
GhanaToday
The Head of the Civil Service, Dr. Evans Aggrey-Darkoh, has emphasized the civil service role in supporting government's efforts to maintain peace and security within the… Read more »
April 23
Nigeria: Iran-Israel War - Shehu Sani Urges Warring Parties to Sheathe Swords
Daily Trust
A former lawmaker representing Kaduna Central senatorial district, Senator Shehu Sani, has appealed to the Islamic Republic of Iran and Israel to sheathe their swords and stop… Read more »
April 21
Ethiopia: Dialogue, Reconciliation the Best Mix for Ways Forward
Ethiopian Herald
When citizens embark on an opted path after a heated and extensive deliberation topped by consensus, they could slam shut the door on internal and external retrogressive and… Read more »
April 19
Africa: For Peace in Africa, Boost Regional Blocs - - Like West Africa's Ecowas
USIP
ECOWAS has proven it can solve crises. But like U.N. and other bodies, it needs updating. Read more »
April 18
Ethiopia: Peaceful Means Is the Only Way Out [opinion]
Ethiopian Herald
The situation in Ethiopia is now trying but manageable if everyone is committed to ensure peace and stability as the issue itself badly requires the combined effort of all.… Read more »
April 04
Congo-Kinshasa: Crowded Camps and Local Aid - How DR Congo's M23 Conflict Is Impacting Goma
The New Humanitarian
"We are pleading for the return of peace. When we have peace, we will live well." Read more »