The African Union (AU) as currently structured is the result of a transformation journey that saw the Organization of African Unity (OAU) evolve into the African Union (AU) in 2002.

As Rwandan-backed forces seize control of key cities, the African Union summit opens this Saturday, with the Democratic Republic of Congo's president absent and urgent calls for decisive action.

Analysts weigh in on Rwanda’s role in the conflict in DRC, whether minerals are a factor and if diplomacy can succeed.

China and European Union member countries have pledged their support for South Africa following the recent sanctions ...

Rural violence is a huge problem in South Africa that deserves a strong response. But white people are not the only ...

Africa, often called the cradle of civilisation, is a continent rich in resources, culture, and human capital. Despite its vast wealth, ...

Southern states expressed disappointment with Union Budget 2025-26, highlighting unmet demands. Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin and Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan criticised the budget for ...

However, South African National Defence Union (SANDU) National Secretary Pikkie Greeff, said the union received questions from many people about why the South African army should not be withdrawn ...

The Southern African Development Community (Sadc), a regional grouping of 16 countries, has also deployed a military force to eastern DR Congo, but it has been unable to halt the rebels.

In South Africa, the interest rates decisions are taken by the South African Reserve Bank’s Monetary Policy Committee (MPC). The official interest rate is the repo rate. This is the rate at ...

The African Union (AU) is a political and economic regional organization consisting of 55 member states with a total population of about 1.5 billion people. Its mandate includes the promotion and ...

Dear candidates to the African Union Commission chairperson position, We write in advance of the 38th Ordinary Summit of the African Union (AU) Assembly of Heads of State and Government ...