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Tanzania’s independence leader Julius Nyerere built a new army fit for African liberation: how he did it

Tanzania has long enjoyed a reputation as a peaceful country. In contrast to most of its neighbours, this east African nation of 67 million people has largely avoided large-scale violence within its borders.

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June 16 uprising: how a massacre in South Africa led to Africa’s boycott of the 1976 Olympics

June 16 uprising: how a massacre in South Africa led to Africa’s boycott of the 1976 Olympics

As the world prepares for the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, can we maintain faith in the nonpolitical ethos of the event? The Montreal Olympics Games in 1976 stands out, among others, as a clear instance of the games being used for political ends.

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Addis summit raises questions about AU’s muted stance on Ethiopia rifts

Addis summit raises questions about AU’s muted stance on Ethiopia rifts

For years, AU officials have refrained from addressing atrocities in Ethiopia. Analysts say this is strategic.

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60 years of African unity: what's failed and what's succeeded

Africa Day this year marks 60 years since the founding of the Organisation of African Unity (OAU). The anniversary begs the question: How much of the vision of the OAU’s founding fathers has been realised 60 years on? What would not be there but for the efforts of the organisation…

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African Union says Israel’s observer status suspended

AU Commission chief confirms Israel was not invited to the weekend summit where Israeli ambassador was removed.

Not yet uhuru: the African Union has had a few successes but remains weak

The African Union (AU) was born in the South African port city of Durban in 2002. Under its first chair,Thabo Mbeki, African leaders seemed determined to abandon the grandiose plans of its predecessor, the Organisation of African Unity (OAU). The OAU had been established in 1963 to promote African unity…

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AU’s 20th anniversary brings mixed feelings on continental legacy

Experts say inconsistency in the African Union’s responses to conflict on the continent has muted the body’s efficiency.

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How Africa can respond to the seismic changes in the world: lessons from history

How Africa can respond to the seismic changes in the world: lessons from history

Fundamental changes are taking place in the world: what are the implications for Africa?

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