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🇫🇷 France24
World

African leaders call for dialogue amid escalating Iran crisis

African leaders are urging for dialogue as the crisis in Iran escalates, amidst widespread condemnation from the Global South against the actions of the US and Israel.

Mar 3 • 21:37 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
World

Africa: African Leaders Call for Restraint, Dialogue As Iran Crisis Intensifies

African leaders have urged restraint and dialogue following recent military strikes on Iran by the United States and Israel, emphasizing a need for de-escalation and respect for international law.

Mar 3 • 04:36 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

2027: South-South ADC leaders refute endorsing Amaechi’s presidential bid

The South-South Zonal Leadership of the African Democratic Congress has denied any endorsement of Rotimi Amaechi for the presidential bid in 2027.

Feb 28 • 10:47 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Africa: Africa Infrastructure Financing Facility Launched to Strengthen Continental Financial Sovereignty

The Africa Infrastructure Financing Facility (AIFF) was launched by African leaders to enhance financial sovereignty and facilitate investment in cross-border infrastructure projects.

Feb 26 • 13:00 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

What Macron's Conversations with African Leaders Reveal About France's Future on the Continent?

French President Emmanuel Macron is engaging in a series of bilateral meetings with African leaders focused on strengthening political, security, and economic partnerships.

Feb 26 • 09:51 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

African leaders pool $2.5tn to boost cross-border infrastructure

African leaders have established the Africa Infrastructure Financing Facility to mobilize $2.5 trillion for cross-border infrastructure projects aligned with Agenda 2063.

Feb 26 • 01:28 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Nigeria: Alleged Assassination Attempt On ADC Leaders Genocide Against Political Parties - Okonkwo

Kenneth Okonkwo, a lawyer and spokesperson for the African Democratic Congress, condemned an attack on party leaders in Benin City as an assassination attempt linked to government officials.

Feb 25 • 11:00 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Africa: AWLN Convenes High-Level Meetings to Advance Women's Leadership on the Margins of the 39th African Union Summit

The African Women Leaders Network held high-level meetings during the 39th African Union Summit to promote women's leadership in Africa.

Feb 24 • 12:15 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

El-Rufai, Malami’s detention cripples ADC

The detention of two leaders from the African Democratic Congress, Abubakar Malami and Nasir El-Rufai, raises concerns about the party's future activities and coalition stability.

Feb 22 • 00:17 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
World

Military or Political Agenda Behind Hamidti's African Tour?

Sudanese paramilitary leader Hamidti embarks on an African tour, meeting with regional leaders to discuss efforts towards a humanitarian ceasefire amid Sudan's ongoing crisis.

Feb 21 • 14:26 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

South Africa: The Upcoming Deployment of the Army Against Gangs is Not Unanimous

The South African government plans to deploy the army in response to increasing gang violence, a decision met with mixed reactions among political leaders and defense experts.

Feb 18 • 21:17 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

African Nova Scotian church community leaders mourn Rev. Jesse Jackson

The African Nova Scotian community is mourning Rev. Jesse Jackson, who passed away at 84, leaving a significant impact during his visit to Nova Scotia in 2009.

Feb 17 • 18:39 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Sudan: 'AU Summit Sends Strong Signal to Sudanese Military On Civilian Rule' - Sudan Analyst

African leaders have called for a ceasefire and commitment to restoring civilian rule in Sudan during the AU Summit in Addis Ababa.

Feb 17 • 04:44 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Burkina Faso Has Dissolved All Political Parties - Why African Coup Leaders Often Turn On the People Who Supported Them

Burkina Faso has officially dissolved all political parties as part of a move to centralize power under Captain Ibrahim Traoré's junta.

Feb 17 • 04:40 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Nigeria: 55 Fellows Graduate From Pan-African AI Governance Programme

Fifty-five policymakers and institutional leaders from 22 African countries have graduated from a four-month fellowship aimed at enhancing AI governance skills in Africa.

Feb 16 • 16:10 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Sokoto ADC kicks against imposed leadership

The Sokoto State chapter of the African Democratic Congress opposes the appointment of new party leaders without consultation, warning of potential legal action if the decision is not reversed.

Feb 16 • 14:03 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

African leaders mobilise malaria funding at AU summit

African leaders at the AU summit in Ethiopia called for increased funding to combat malaria, highlighting the risks of losing progress made against the disease.

Feb 16 • 12:25 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Africa: African Leaders Demand Sustainable Malaria Financing As AU Report Warns of Looming Resurgence

African leaders at the 39th African Union Summit have stressed the urgent need for sustainable financing to combat malaria amid warnings from a new report of a potential resurgence of the disease.

Feb 16 • 09:59 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Africa: President Ramaphosa Briefs AU On G20 Leaders' Summit Outcomes

President Ramaphosa presented the accomplishments of South Africa's G20 presidency to the African Union, emphasizing Africa's potential for global leadership.

Feb 16 • 09:37 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

On the Front Page: the 'Good' and 'Bad' Coup Leaders

The article discusses the perspectives of African leaders on constitutional order restoration after unconstitutional power seizures, particularly addressing João Lourenço's remarks during his leadership at the African Union.

Feb 16 • 07:28 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Rwanda: African Leaders Must Walk the Talk On Maternal Health

African leaders at a recent AU summit emphasized the urgent need for increased investment in maternal health, highlighting systemic failures as key issues.

Feb 16 • 04:53 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Africa: Presidential Declaration On Advancing Local Manufacturing of Health Products in Africa

African leaders commit to advancing local manufacturing of health products to enhance health security and sovereignty on the continent.

Feb 16 • 04:44 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
World

AU Summit: Guterres and Youssouf urge action on Sudan, Palestine

The African Union summit has highlighted the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Sudan and the urgent call for action from international leaders.

Feb 15 • 13:39 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
World

African Union Summit Emphasizes Reforms and Fair International Representation

African leaders reiterated their commitment to enhancing peace and development efforts across the continent during the African Union summit in Addis Ababa.

Feb 15 • 12:48 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
World

African leaders discuss the future of their continent in Addis Ababa and seek solutions to its crises

African leaders are meeting in Addis Ababa to address the continent's future and explore solutions to its ongoing crises.

Feb 15 • 00:48 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Africa: Guterres Tells AU Summit - 'This Is 2026 - Not 1946' in Push for Reform

UN Secretary-General António Guterres urged African leaders at the AU Summit to push for reforms, emphasizing the need for permanent African seats on the UN Security Council.

Feb 14 • 22:38 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Africa: 'Women Leaders Reshaping African Governance' - Namibia Convenes High-Level Dialogue in Addis

Namibia hosted a high-level dialogue in Addis Ababa focused on women's leadership in African governance during the African Union Summit.

Feb 14 • 16:13 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
World

African leaders to gather in Ethiopia for the 39th summit of the African Union

African leaders will convene in Ethiopia for the 39th summit of the African Union, focusing on critical issues like water scarcity and climate challenges.

Feb 13 • 23:00 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

At their 39th summit tomorrow, African leaders seek final solutions to chronic issues

African leaders are set to meet for the 39th summit on February 14-15 to address longstanding issues affecting the continent.

Feb 13 • 11:50 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Ethiopia: Global Leaders Should Speak Out On Ethiopia Crisis

Global leaders are urged to address the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Ethiopia during the African Union summit.

Feb 13 • 10:09 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

African leaders should be under 50, says Jonathan

Former Nigerian President Goodluck Jonathan advocates for a generational shift in leadership in Africa, promoting the election of younger leaders between 25 and 50 years old for better governance.

Feb 12 • 17:17 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Africa: AU Summit - African Leaders Arrive in Addis Ababa for 39th Assembly

African leaders are gathering in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia for the 39th Ordinary Session of the African Union, focusing on sustainable water availability and sanitation systems.

Feb 12 • 17:07 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
World

The Trump administration began to court military leaders in Africa - could weaken Russia's position, says expert

The Trump administration is warming relations with military leaders in West African countries, aiming to counter Russian influence in the region.

Feb 12 • 03:30 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
World

African leaders call for a ceasefire in the Democratic Republic of the Congo

African leaders, including Angola's president, have called for a ceasefire in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo following ongoing conflicts and a recent meeting in Luanda.

Feb 11 • 07:08 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
World

Mugabe, Zuma among high-profile Africans named in Epstein files

High-profile African figures, including former leaders Robert Mugabe and Jacob Zuma, were identified in files related to Jeffrey Epstein.

Feb 10 • 16:16 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Africa: AWLN Elders Lead High-Level Advocacy on Sidelines of AU Summit

Women leaders are mobilizing for high-level advocacy to enhance women's participation in leadership roles during the AU Summit.

Feb 9 • 15:59 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Africa: No More Political Dynasties - Africa Is Not an Inheritance

The article discusses the troubling trend of political dynasties emerging in African nations, where aging leaders prioritize familial succession over democratic governance.

Feb 8 • 17:06 UTC
🌍 Africanews
World

Governance, integrity and youth: African leaders set agenda in Dubai

At the World Government Summit in Dubai, Botswana's president encouraged young Africans to innovate and stay on the continent, while advocating for transparent governance to combat corruption and ensure equitable growth.

Feb 4 • 20:31 UTC
🌍 Africanews
World

2026 World Governments Summit: Can Africa’s next decade work for its young people?

African leaders are discussing the challenges and opportunities for the continent's youth at the World Governments Summit in Dubai, focusing on whether the next ten years can be beneficial for them amidst issues like high unemployment and rising debt.

Feb 4 • 10:38 UTC
🌍 Africanews
World

African leaders look to the future at World Governments Summit in Dubai

The World Governments Summit in Dubai brings together over 150 international leaders to explore innovative solutions for global challenges and promote international cooperation.

Feb 3 • 12:02 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
World

Africa: After a Decade of AU Reform, Collective African Security Remains Elusive

Despite reforms aimed at enhancing the effectiveness of the African Union, leaders often rely on external mediation, undermining African-led security initiatives.

Feb 3 • 10:45 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
World

Ethiopia: World Leaders Urge Restraint As Clashes in Western Tigray Resume

Clashes in Ethiopia's Tigray region have resumed, prompting calls for restraint from global leaders including the UN Secretary-General and various regional organizations due to escalating violence.

Feb 3 • 04:38 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
World

Gado, Tanzanian cartoonist: "There are drawings I did in the past that today the media wouldn't dare to publish"

Tanzanian cartoonist Gado warns of a decline in freedom of expression in East African countries and emphasizes the role of satirical art in challenging dictators and authoritarian leaders.

Jan 12 • 15:00 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
World

People's Partnership Between China and Africa from the African Union Headquarters

The partnership forum between China and Africa launched in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, was attended by Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi and various African leaders.

Jan 10 • 05:50 UTC

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