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Bold international cooperation is essential to break Africa's debt cycle and unlock sustainable development.

How will Donald Trump’s second-term policies affect US relations with the continent?

Effective coordination, sustained dialogue and long-term support are vital for managing Africa's post-coup transitions.

As Africa pushes for greater integration and economic development, a coordinated and better-managed migration landscape is central.

With harmonised migration policies, Africa can reap the benefits of regulated movement and tackle the effects of irregular migration.

Rather than seeking common African positions, prioritising Africa’s development and peace can provide a foundation for meaningful global influence.

The AU was perhaps lucky that its first G20 was chaired by the like-minded Brazilian President Lula da Silva.

Support for financing loss and damage isn’t keeping pace with climate impacts in vulnerable countries.

With elections for new commissioners in February 2025, member states must decide what kind of commission they want.

More attention should be given to how remittances can help African countries withstand and adapt to climate change.

Based on COP28 and the need to intensify climate action, this policy brief outlines priorities for African countries at COP29.

In Gaza and several African countries, protection failures see local aid workers bearing the brunt of this alarming trend.