Source: Ministry of Information, Eritrea |

Eritrea: Russia’s Pacific Fleet Frigate Arrives in Massawa

Senior government officials and military Commanders toured the naval frigate and received a briefing on the objectives of its tour and its history

The Russian Pacific Fleet frigate, Marshal Shaposhnikov, arrived today, 28 March, for a five-day port call in Massawa, commemorating the 30th anniversary of diplomatic ties between the Russian Federation and Eritrea. Upon its arrival at the Massawa port, the naval frigate was warmly welcomed by Eritrea’s Navy. The welcoming ceremony…

Source: Parliament of the Republic of Uganda |

Defence spending Shs400m monthly to fly troops to Somalia

Byengoma called for money to be made available so that grounded aircraft can be worked on

The Ministry of Defence is spending a total of Shs400 million monthly to fly troops to Somalia and other destinations following the grounding of planes owned by Uganda Air Cargo. The Permanent Secretary of the Ministry, Rosette Byengoma, told the Committee on Defence and Internal Affairs that Uganda Air Cargo…

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United Nations (UN) chief condemns attack on peacekeepers in Democratic Republic (DR) of Congo

The UN chief on Saturday condemned an attack which saw eight peacekeepers from the UN Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, or DRC, wounded during clashes between the powerful M23 rebel movement and Government troops

The incident occurred in the vicinity of Sake, just 20 kilometers from Goma, the provincial capital of North Kivu.  The wounded peacekeepers, who were part of Operation Springbok initiated last November to safeguard civilians in the region, sustained their injuries amidst the ongoing fighting, where UN troops have been assisting…

Source: Delegation of the European Union to Egypt |

Joint Declaration on the Strategic and Comprehensive Partnership between The Arab Republic Of Egypt and the European Union

The European Union acknowledges Egypt as a reliable partner, as well as Egypt's unique and vital geo-strategic role as a pillar of security, moderation, and peace in the region of the Mediterranean, the Near East and Africa

The Arab Republic of Egypt and the European Union have mutually agreed to elevate their relationship to the level of a strategic and comprehensive partnership, based on the values of equity and on mutual respect and trust. The two parties, cognizant of the historical relationship that has bound them for…

Source: United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) |

Surge in Intercommunal Conflict Causing Immense Harm to Civilians in South Sudan, according to the Latest United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) Quarterly Brief

Compared to the previous quarter, this represented a four percent increase in incidents (215 to 223) and 35 percent increase in victims (641 to 862)

Civilians are bearing the brunt of a surge in intercommunal conflict in pockets of South Sudan with 862 victims documented as being killed, injured, abducted, or subjected to conflict-related sexual violence during these incidents in the last quarter of 2023. The United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) brief on…

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Eritrea: Veteran Freedom Fighter Maj. Gen, Humed Karikare passes away

Expressing their profound sorrow over Maj. Gen. Karikare’s passing, the Ministry of Defense and the Eritrean Naval Force extend their heartfelt condolences to his family and friends

Veteran freedom fighter, Maj. Gen. Humed Karikare, Commander of the Eritrean Naval Force passed away at the age of 73 due to illness. Maj. Gen. Humed Karikare joined the Eritrean Liberation Front in 1969 and in 1970 to Eritrean Popular Forces and served his country and people in various capacities…

Source: United Nations Support Office in Somalia (UNSOS) |

United Nations Support Office in Somalia (UNSOS) strengthens the capacity of Somali Security Forces (SSF) personnel on emerging digital technologies

Twenty-eight personnel from the Somali Security Forces participated in a Business Relationship Management (BRM) and Digital Transformation Workshop that sought to identify their operational pain points and innovative technological solutions

"We aim to ensure that, as we support the transition from the African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS) to the Somali Security Forces (SSF), we are facilitating the handover to an empowered, well-equipped force with clear capacities,” said the Assistant Secretary-General (ASG) and Head of UNSOS, Dr Aisa Kacyira…

Source: UN News |

Security Council: Continued Libya impasse threatens country’s future

Libya has remained mired in deep crisis since the postponement of national elections, originally planned for December 2021

Progress towards credible elections in Libya is impossible without an agreement between the key political players, the UN’s top envoy to the north African country said on Thursday. They must put aside self-interest, negotiate in good faith and reach an agreement on a unified government, while also ensuring national polls…

Source: Parliament of the Republic of Uganda |

Uganda: Foreign Affairs Committee recommends review of atomic energy law

The recommendation was made by the Committee on Foreign Affairs, which also called for enhancement of the capacity of the Atomic Energy Council of Uganda to ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements

Government has been urged to amend the Atomic Energy Act, 2008 to provide for nuclear safety, security, safeguards and liability in light of the prohibition of nuclear weapons. The recommendation was made by the Committee on Foreign Affairs, which also called for enhancement of the capacity of the Atomic Energy…

Source: The Presidency of the Republic of South Africa |

South Africa contributes troops to Southern African Development Community (SADC) mission to the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC)

President Cyril Ramaphosa ordered the employment of 2900 members of the South African National Defense Force to assist in the fight against illegal armed groups in the Eastern DRC

In fulfilling South Africa’s international obligation towards the Southern African Development Community (SADC) mission to support the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), President Cyril Ramaphosa ordered the employment of 2900 members of the South African National Defense Force to assist in the fight against illegal armed groups in the Eastern…