The Democratic Alliance, the second-biggest party in the governing coalition, calls for an independent inquiry.
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Nigerian air force launches investigation after reports say at least 15 people killed in air attack in Zamfara State.
Despite recent military gains, eastern DRC remains mired in conflict, mainly as a result of the M23 rebellion.
The AU has a responsibility to intervene to protect civilians.
After Monday’s ratification of contested October elections, a new wave of protests is under way.
As African Union forces fighting al-Shabab plan to withdraw this year, Somalis seek accountability for civilian deaths.
The outgoing US leader has not prioritised Africa enough, some say, as Russia and China make inroads into the continent.
Beijing’s detractors claim it lures in African countries with big loans, but the continent’s leaders also have a choice.
We discuss the role of musicians and influencers in the ongoing protests against the Kenyan government.
We all need to re-embrace the dream of African unity and demand freedom of movement for all Africans on the continent.
President Mohamud ‘objects’ to Ethiopia’s Red Sea port deal with Somaliland, territory Somalia claims as its own.
Continental integration must be the primary agenda of this year’s African Union Summit in Addis Ababa.
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For years, AU officials have refrained from addressing atrocities in Ethiopia. Analysts say this is strategic.
The African Union cannot ensure sustainable peace on the continent with empty statements on ‘brotherly relations’.
