African Union | ISS Africa

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.

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

Despite some progress, several barriers still prevent citizens from effectively working with the African Union at its Peace and Security Council.

For democracy and multilateralism in Africa to prosper, the continent needs strong states with institutions that deliver.

For the African Union to remain relevant, its leaders should be judged by their capacity to renew Africa’s broken multilateralism.

The African Union has underutilised policing in its peacebuilding efforts – it’s time police had a voice in decision making.

To succeed, all six of the AU’s G20 priorities depend on improving the fiscal health of indebted countries.

Donkeys are an important part of life across Africa – countries must now ensure the ban is implemented.

Despite some progress, many reforms have stalled. Can Kenya’s President William Ruto get the process back on track?

This edition assesses the 37th African Union summit outcomes and spotlights Comoros' remarkable AU chairship.

Immediate past chairs of the African Union have not set a good example on elections and democracy.