Zimbabwe’s ruling Zanu-PF party is set to begin impeachment proceedings against President Robert Mugabe on charges that include allowing his wife “to usurp constitutional power”. The motion is now due to be presented to parliament on Tuesday, November 21. Paul Mangwana, a party member, said the process could take as little as two days to…
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Emmerson Mnangagwa reported as new Zimbabwe leader
Robert Mugabe was dismissed as leader of Zimbabwe’s ruling ZANU-PF party to encourage a peaceful end to his 37 years in power following a de facto military coup d’état. Zimbabwe ruling party sacks Robert Mugabe as party leader, appoints former vice-president Mnangagwa in his place https://t.co/Rd0VQZDMbp — BBC Breaking News (@BBCBreaking) November 19, 2017 The…
EU “concerned” with events in Zimbabwe
The European Union is following the unfolding situation in Zimbabwe with concern. Despite the uncertainties surrounding current events, it is important to maintain respect for the rule of law and the fundamental rights of all citizens, says the statement of the European External Action Service (EEAS). Statement on the situation in #Zimbabwe:https://t.co/mH8aN0sz9k — Catherine Ray…
MEPs for ‘new’ EU-Africa strategy
Economic, migratory and social problems, coupled with protracted crises, require new responses and better cooperation between the African Union and the EU. In order to give new impetus to cooperation and the development of African nations, MEPs recommend a new EU-Africa strategy also aimed at strengthening the resilience of African countries, in a resolution adopted on…
Where is Robert Mugabe?
Zimbabwe’s military seized power early on Wednesday targeting “criminals” around President Robert Mugabe but gave assurances on national television that the 93-year-old leader and his family were “safe and sound”. Zimbabwe's army is in control of central Harare but denies coup. Where is Robert Mugabe? https://t.co/P3VWkqW2sF pic.twitter.com/cdsqFXw001 — BBC News Africa (@BBCAfrica) November 15, 2017…
Upcoming EU-Africa Summit in Abidjan
The 5th EU-Africa Summit is scheduled to take place in Abidjan, Ivory Coast, on 28-29 November 2017: The central theme for the Summit will be ‘Youth’, which has become a key priority for Europe as well as Africa, in a context of African demographic trends creating major challenges for young people in terms of migration,…
Millions stolen in Ebola epidemic
The Red Cross has confirmed that more than USD 6 million of aid money was lost to fraud and corruption during the Ebola epidemic in West Africa. Auditors found overpriced supplies, salaries for non-existent aid workers and fake customs bills. More than $6 million meant to fight Ebola outbreak in West Africa was stolen through…
Russia to joint anti-terrorism efforts in Sahel
Moscow has begun to assist the law enforcement agencies of the Sahel countries, recently forming joint military forces to counter terrorism and organized crime, Russia’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations Vasily Nebenzya said at the UN Security Council’s meeting. Russia begins to assist Sahel region states in fighting terrorism https://t.co/oojQr5wWd9© Ben Curtis/AP pic.twitter.com/e5kph9KB8z —…
L’UE réitère soutien à la MINUSMA
La MINUSMA a été une fois de plus frappée par le terrorisme au nord du Mali. En conséquence plusieurs casques bleus ont perdu la vie ou ont été blessés. L’Union européenne déplore cet acte qui vise à empêcher la paix et la stabilité du Mali. Ses auteurs doivent être arrêtés et répondre devant la justice….
Gen.Stickland new Commander of Atalanta
The EU’s Political and Security Committee has appointed Major General Charlie Stickland, a high-ranking military official in the Royal Marines, as new Operation Commander of the Operation Atalanta. He will take up his duties on 7 November 2017. Major General Charlie Stickland appointed new Operation Commander for @EUNAVFOR #OpAtalanta, the European Union Counter-Piracy operation off the…
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