‘A democratic Africa is
imperative to bring about
lasting peace’ – Bankole Adeoye

All eyes on delivery says African Union Political
Affairs, Peace and Security Commissioner.

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Outlook 2022: global trends
in a world of paradoxes

Important global dynamics will influence
peace and security in Africa in the new year.

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Peace and Security Council
Report No 142

This issue looks at PSC discussions in 2021
and elections, conflict flashpoints and the
AU summit in 2022.

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African elections
to watch in 2022

Voting booths could be places of tension,
even violence, and may determine
whether stability or turmoil prevails.

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PSC discussions in 2021 show the need for greater focus on governance
For the PSC to fulfil its conflict prevention mandate, it must address governance deficits in member states.
Much to be tabled at the upcoming AU summit
Unfair treatment, climate change and AU financing – hot topics for the February 2022 heads of state debate.
Bumpy political 'transitions' in store
Problems in key African countries are likely to persist following a series of coups in 2021.
African conflicts to watch in 2022
Amid ongoing war and political strife, urgent action is needed to avoid disaster in Africa’s worst-affected countries.
Mozambique’s concrete successes as PSC chair
Combating terrorism and tackling manmade and natural disasters topped the agenda in October, says Ambassador Alfredo Nuvunga
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