Angola and Equatorial Guinea Strengthen Ties with New Cooperation Agreements
Equatorial Guinean President Teodoro Obiang Nguema concluded a 48-hour visit to Luanda, Angola, on Tuesday, resulting in three new cooperation agreements focusing on language training, agriculture, and aeronautical technology, and an encouragement of Angolan investment in Equatorial Guinea.
Angola and Equatorial Guinea Strengthen Ties with New Cooperation Agreements
Equatorial Guinean President Teodoro Obiang Nguema concluded a 48-hour visit to Luanda, Angola, on Tuesday, resulting in three new cooperation agreements focusing on language training, agriculture, and aeronautical technology, and an encouragement of Angolan investment in Equatorial Guinea.
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44% Bias Score
UN Approves ATMIS Replacement in Somalia Amidst Funding Concerns
The UN Security Council approved the replacement of the African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS) with the African Union Support and Stabilization Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM) on January 1, 2024, with a reduced troop strength of approximately 11,000, following bilateral agreements; the US a...
UN Approves ATMIS Replacement in Somalia Amidst Funding Concerns
The UN Security Council approved the replacement of the African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS) with the African Union Support and Stabilization Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM) on January 1, 2024, with a reduced troop strength of approximately 11,000, following bilateral agreements; the US a...
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32% Bias Score
Sudan Conflict: 20,000 Dead, Millions Displaced, UN Urges Peacekeeping
In Sudan, a brutal 20-month conflict between the RSF and SAF has caused at least 20,000 deaths, displaced 14 million (3.1 million refugees), and resulted in widespread sexual violence, with children disproportionately affected; despite multiple failed peace initiatives, the UN urges international pe...
Sudan Conflict: 20,000 Dead, Millions Displaced, UN Urges Peacekeeping
In Sudan, a brutal 20-month conflict between the RSF and SAF has caused at least 20,000 deaths, displaced 14 million (3.1 million refugees), and resulted in widespread sexual violence, with children disproportionately affected; despite multiple failed peace initiatives, the UN urges international pe...
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64% Bias Score
AUC Chair Candidates Debate Visions for Africa
On December 13th, Raila Odinga (Kenya), Mahmoud Ali Youssouf (Djibouti), and Richard Randriamandrato (Madagascar) debated their visions for the African Union Commission chair position at AU headquarters in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, covering security, economic integration, and AU reforms.
AUC Chair Candidates Debate Visions for Africa
On December 13th, Raila Odinga (Kenya), Mahmoud Ali Youssouf (Djibouti), and Richard Randriamandrato (Madagascar) debated their visions for the African Union Commission chair position at AU headquarters in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, covering security, economic integration, and AU reforms.
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36% Bias Score
Luanda Summit Addresses Eastern DRC Conflict"
In Luanda, Angola hosted a tripartite summit between Angola, DRC, and Rwanda (without Rwanda's president) to address the eastern DRC conflict, focusing on M23 disarmament and cantonment, facilitated by former Kenyan President Uhuru Kenyatta and building on previous ministerial meetings.
Luanda Summit Addresses Eastern DRC Conflict"
In Luanda, Angola hosted a tripartite summit between Angola, DRC, and Rwanda (without Rwanda's president) to address the eastern DRC conflict, focusing on M23 disarmament and cantonment, facilitated by former Kenyan President Uhuru Kenyatta and building on previous ministerial meetings.
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44% Bias Score
African Union Candidates Debate Security, Trade, and UN Reform
Three African politicians debated their plans for the African Union, focusing on regional security, inter-African trade, and securing two permanent UN Security Council seats for Africa before the February election to succeed Moussa Faki.
African Union Candidates Debate Security, Trade, and UN Reform
Three African politicians debated their plans for the African Union, focusing on regional security, inter-African trade, and securing two permanent UN Security Council seats for Africa before the February election to succeed Moussa Faki.
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36% Bias Score
Somalia Security Transition: AU Mission Ends, Somali Forces Take Over
The African Union launched a new stabilization mission (AUSSOM) in Somalia on January 1st, 2025, succeeding ATMIS, marking a key step in transferring security responsibilities to Somali forces after significant progress in 2024, including base transfers and quick-impact projects improving civilian l...
Somalia Security Transition: AU Mission Ends, Somali Forces Take Over
The African Union launched a new stabilization mission (AUSSOM) in Somalia on January 1st, 2025, succeeding ATMIS, marking a key step in transferring security responsibilities to Somali forces after significant progress in 2024, including base transfers and quick-impact projects improving civilian l...
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48% Bias Score
Ethiopia's Extensive Preparations for 2025 AU Summit
Ethiopia is meticulously preparing to host the 38th AU summit in February 2025, conducting extensive training programs for volunteers and collaborating with hotels and tourism operators to provide exceptional hospitality and showcase its cultural heritage, aiming to solidify its position as a leadin...
Ethiopia's Extensive Preparations for 2025 AU Summit
Ethiopia is meticulously preparing to host the 38th AU summit in February 2025, conducting extensive training programs for volunteers and collaborating with hotels and tourism operators to provide exceptional hospitality and showcase its cultural heritage, aiming to solidify its position as a leadin...
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52% Bias Score
Angola Proposes AU Mechanism to Track Illicit Weapons
Angola proposed a new AU mechanism to track illegally diverted weapons, advocating for a comprehensive legal framework, increased funding for African peace operations, and the inclusion of women and youth in peace processes to curb armed violence.
Angola Proposes AU Mechanism to Track Illicit Weapons
Angola proposed a new AU mechanism to track illegally diverted weapons, advocating for a comprehensive legal framework, increased funding for African peace operations, and the inclusion of women and youth in peace processes to curb armed violence.
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44% Bias Score
African Union Commission Chair Candidates Debate Key Policy Differences
In a historic debate, three candidatesāRaila Odinga (Kenya), Mahmoud Ali Youssouf (Djibouti), and Richard Randriamandrato (Madagascar)ācontested the African Union Commission chair election on December 13th, 2023, in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, presenting differing plans for security, economic growth, and...
African Union Commission Chair Candidates Debate Key Policy Differences
In a historic debate, three candidatesāRaila Odinga (Kenya), Mahmoud Ali Youssouf (Djibouti), and Richard Randriamandrato (Madagascar)ācontested the African Union Commission chair election on December 13th, 2023, in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, presenting differing plans for security, economic growth, and...
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36% Bias Score
Three Candidates Vie for African Union Commission Chairperson Position
Three candidatesāMahamoud Ali Youssouf (Djibouti), Raila Odinga (Kenya), and Richard Randriamandrato (Madagascar)āare competing for the African Union Commission chairperson position in February 2025, focusing on peace, security, trade, and development.
Three Candidates Vie for African Union Commission Chairperson Position
Three candidatesāMahamoud Ali Youssouf (Djibouti), Raila Odinga (Kenya), and Richard Randriamandrato (Madagascar)āare competing for the African Union Commission chairperson position in February 2025, focusing on peace, security, trade, and development.
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20% Bias Score