June 10
Africa: What's Going On At COSP17?
UN News
Hundreds of people with disabilities, non-governmental organizations (NGOs) and civil society representatives alongside ambassadors from around the world are due to meet at UN… Read more »
West Africa: Ecowas Court Dismisses Ex-NSA Dasuki's Judgment Enforcement Suit Against Nigerian Govt
Premium Times
ECOWAS Court had in the judgement declared Mr Dasuki's arrest and detention by the Nigerian government unlawful and a violation of his rights. Read more »
Somalia: Somali President Hassan Sheikh Arrives in Norway for Oslo Forum 2024
Shabelle
The President of the Federal Republic of Somalia, Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, arrived in Oslo, Norway on Sunday night for a three-day working visit. Read more »
Africa: Cabo Verde Must Invest in the Blue Economy for Growth and Sustainability
World Bank
Cabo Verde has shown resilience in the post-COVID-19 pandemic recovery, but the crisis highlighted vulnerabilities such as dependence on tourism and risks from underperforming… Read more »
Africa: UNDP & Koica Expand Partnership to Strengthen Peacebuilding and Prevent Violent Extremism Across Africa
UNDP
The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the Korean International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) have signed a new Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), expanding their… Read more »
Ghana: Hold Duty Bearers Accountable, German Ambassador Urges Ghanaians
Accra Times
The Ambassador emphasized the need for accountability in governance and urged citizens to engage the Auditor-General's report. Read more »
Nigeria: Hajj - FG to Reduce Days Pilgrims Spend in Saudi - Arabi
Vanguard
The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) says it has adopted a strategy to reduce the number of days Nigerian pilgrims spend in Saudi Arabia during the pilgrimage. Read more »
June 09
Sudan: 'Russian Red Sea Base and RSF 'Government' in Darfur Will Prolong War and Condemn Sudan' [opinion]
Dabanga
Two ways towards prolonging the war and condemning Sudan to death: letting the Russians open a naval base in Port Sudan and establishing a government in El Fasher based on the… Read more »
Africa: Africa CDC and African Union Pledge Full Support for Gavi's 2024 Avmalaunch Event in Paris [press release]
Africa CDC
The Africa Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Read more »
Namibia: Alcaraz Beats Zverev to Win First French Open Title
Namibian
Carlos Alcaraz fought back to defeat Alexander Zverev in a five-set French Open final on Sunday and become the youngest man to win Grand Slam titles on all three surfaces. Read more »
Namibia: Bumrah Delivers As India Beat Pakistan in Low-Scoring Thriller
Namibian
Jasprit Bumrah was the hero as India beat Pakistan by six runs in a low-scoring T20 World Cup thriller in New York on Sunday. Read more »
Morocco: Lebanese FM Underlines Fraternal Ties Between His Country & Morocco, Reaffirms Lebanon's Position in Favor of Kingdom's Sovereignty & Territorial Integrity
MAP
Lebanon's Minister of Foreign Affairs and Emigrants, Abdallah Bou Habib, highlighted the deep-rooted and long-standing ties of brotherhood uniting his country with the Kingdom of… Read more »
June 08
Africa: Our Shared Ocean Must Sit at Heart of the Africa-Europe Partnership [guest column]
allAfrica
Ahead of the upcoming European elections and amidst a litany of geopolitical shifts, the European Union (EU) must pay due diligence to its partnerships – particularly in… Read more »
June 07
West Africa: Terrorism, Humanitarian Crises Threaten Stability of West Africa - UN Deputy Chief
UN News
Rapidly evolving global political, social, environmental and security challenges risk undermining peace and economic development across West Africa, the UN deputy chief said on… Read more »
Sudan: 'Unimaginable Trauma' Haunts Sudan's Displaced While Violence, Famine Threaten Millions
UN News
Horrific violence and the risk of famine continue to stalk the people of Sudan, UN humanitarians warned on Friday, as they echoed condemnation by UN Secretary-General… Read more »
Kenya: Permanent Council Grants Kenya Status of Permanent Observer to the Organization of American States (OAS)
Capital FM
The Permanent council has granted Kenya the status of permanent observer to the Organization of American States (OAS), a regional forum for political discussion, policy analysis… Read more »
North Africa: The Next UK Government Should Make Conflict Resolution the Centrepiece of Its MENA Policy [analysis]
Chatham House
The UK needs to narrow its policy goals to concentrate its resources on stabilizing the region's unresolved conflicts. Read more »
Senegal: Under Secretary Zeya's Travel to Senegal and Guinea [press release]
State Department
Under Secretary of State for Civilian Security, Democracy, and Human Rights Uzra Zeya will travel to Dakar, Senegal, and Conakry, Guinea from June 9-14 to engage on democracy,… Read more »
Africa: No, International Criminal Court Hasn't Issued Arrest Warrant for Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu - Judges Still to Decide
Africa Check
No, International Criminal Court hasn't issued arrest warrant for Israeli prime minister Netanyahu - judges still to decide Read more »
Southern Africa: SADC Summit - Explaining the Bloc's Elements of Stability
The Herald
Zimpapers Politics Hub Read more »
Sudan: Demonstrations in Some European Countries Demanding Prosecution of Perpetrators of Ethnic Cleansing Crimes in Sudan
SNA
Huge demonstrations took place in London from the city of Birmingham in front of the British Prime Minister's office, denouncing the war and demanding the prosecution of the… Read more »
Kenya: Kenya Signs IGAD Protocol On Transhumance
Capital FM
NAIROBI, Kenya, Jun 7 - Kenya on Thursday signed the Inter-governmental Authority on Development (IGAD) Protocol on Transhumance. Read more »
Sudan: Statement Attributable to the Spokesperson for the Secretary-General - On Sudan [press release]
United Nations in Sudan
The Secretary-General strongly condemns the attack reportedly carried out on 5 June by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) in the Wad Al-Noora village, Gezira state, which is said to… Read more »
Africa: The Evolving Role of Central Banks in Africa [document]
IMF
By Abebe Aemro Selassie, Director of the IMF's African Department Read more »
June 06
Somalia: Somalia Joins UN Security Council After More Than 50 Years
VOA
The United Nations General Assembly on Thursday elected Somalia to the 15-member U.N. Security Council for a two-year term starting in 2025. Read more »