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European Union External Action: The Diplomatic Service of the European Union
Source: European Union External Action: The Diplomatic Service of the European Union |

Libya: High Representative Josep Borell met with UN Special Representative Abdoulaye Bathily

The HRVP and the UN Special Representative exchanged views on the current situation in Libya and discussed how to coordinate and enhance political efforts to support the path towards peace and stability in Libya

Today, EU High Representative/Vice-President Josep Borrell met with Abdoulaye Bathily, the UN Secretary General’s Special Representative and Head of the United Nations Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL). The HRVP and the UN Special Representative exchanged views on the current situation in Libya and discussed how to coordinate and enhance political…

EU Capacity Building Mission in Somalia (EUCAP Somalia)
Source: EU Capacity Building Mission in Somalia (EUCAP Somalia) |

European Union's (EU) Political and Security Committee visited Somalia

During her visit, she visited the headquarters of the Somali Police Force and engaged in discussions with State Minister of Internal Security

Ambassador Delphine Pronk, Chair of the European Union's (EU) Political and Security Committee (PSC), visited Somalia to strengthen the vital cooperation in the realm of security and stability. During her visit, she visited the headquarters of the Somali Police Force and engaged in discussions with State Minister of Internal Security,…

Delegation of the European Union to the United Republic of Tanzania and the East African Community
Source: Delegation of the European Union to the United Republic of Tanzania and the East African Community |

New European Union (EU) Ambassador to Tanzania, Ms. Christine Grau, presents Credentials to President Samia Suluhu Hassan

Ambassador Grau expressed her deep appreciation for the warm welcome she has received in Tanzania

Ms. Christine Grau, the new European Union (EU) Ambassador to Tanzania, officially assumed her role by presenting her credentials to Her Excellency Samia Suluhu Hassan, President of the United Republic of Tanzania at the State House in Dar es Salaam yesterday. During the occasion, Ambassador Grau expressed her deep appreciation…

Council of the European Union
Source: Council of the European Union |

European Peace Facility: Council adopts an assistance measure in support of Beninese Armed Forces

Through this assistance measure, the EU will provide intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance (ISR) aircraft and Unmanned Air Systems

The Council today adopted an assistance measure under the European Peace Facility worth €11.75 million to support the Beninese Armed Forces. It will, in particular, focus on supporting the Operation Mirador deployed in the northern parts of Benin since 2022. Through this assistance measure, the EU will provide intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance (ISR) aircraft and  Unmanned Air…

State House – Office of the President of the Republic of Seychelles
Source: State House – Office of the President of the Republic of Seychelles |

President Ramkalawan holds talks with President of the European Union Council

During discussions, President Ramkalawan highlighted the negative impact this brings for Seychelles including the probability of being included on “Annex I of the EU list of non-cooperative jurisdictions for tax purposes”

On the sidelines of the 78th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA78), President Wavel Ramkalawan held discussions with the President of the European Council, Mr Charles Michel yesterday morning (Tuesday). The area of discussion focused predominantly on Seychelles’ overall rating of ‘Partially Compliant’ following the recent adoption by the Global Forum…

Delegation of the European Union to the Republic of Mauritius and the Republic of Seychelles
Source: Delegation of the European Union to the Republic of Mauritius and the Republic of Seychelles |

H.E. Mr Oskar Benedikt is the new Ambassador of the European Union to the Republic of Mauritius

He presented his letter of credentials to His Excellency Mr Prithvirajsing ROOPUN G.C.S.K, the President of the Republic of Mauritius at the State House in Réduit

H.E. Mr Oskar Benedikt presented his letter of credentials to the President of the Republic of Mauritius as the new Ambassador of the European Union to the Republic of Mauritius for the next 4 years. H.E. Mr Oskar BENEDIKT is the new Ambassador of the European Union to the Republic…

Delegation of the European Union to the Republic of Malawi
Source: Delegation of the European Union to the Republic of Malawi |

Malawi and the European Union hold Political Dialogue

The Political Dialogue addressed a series of topics relating to priority areas of the EU 2021-2027 Multi-annual Indicative Programme

The Political Dialogue addressed a series of topics relating to priority areas of the EU 2021-2027 Multi-annual Indicative Programme, namely green and resilient economic transformation, democratic and economic governance and human development and social inclusion. The exchanges also touched upon geo-political developments and common values, in particular multilateral fora where the…

African Energy Chamber

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The African Energy Chamber (AEC) Urges African Union (AU) and the Africa Climate Summit to Prioritize Labeling Natural Gas and Nuclear as Green Energy/Renewable

In line with the European Union's 2022 announcement, the African Union should similarly designate natural gas and nuclear energy as environmentally friendly, thus creating a pathway for greater investment in these essential African resources

Representing the voice of the African energy sector, the African Energy Chamber (AEC) (http://www.EnergyChamber.org) has long-been a fierce advocate for the role oil and gas plays in Africa. While climate activists have dubbed these resources as ‘dirty’, oil and gas stand to significantly advance energy security across the continent, increasing…

Energy Capital & Power

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Fostering Synergies Between Europe and Africa: Investing in African Energy Returns to Paris in 2024

Building on the success of the 2023 edition, Energy Capital & Power is preparing to host Investing in African Energy 2024, scheduled to take place on May 14–15, 2024 in Paris, France

With the support of the African Energy Chamber (AEC) (https://EnergyChamber.org/) , role-players attending Investing in African Energy 2024 will get to engage with experts and decision-makers to gain insights on African energy project development while learning about the current situation and the prospective opportunities.  Centering around forging relationships, connecting funds…

Delegation of the European Union to the Republic of South Africa
Source: Delegation of the European Union to the Republic of South Africa |

European Union supports relief efforts following KwaZulu Natal fire in South Africa

This funding is part of the EU's overall contribution to the Disaster Response Emergency Fund (DREF) of the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC)

The European Commission has provided EUR 100 000 (R 2,082,061.93) in emergency humanitarian funding to assist the most vulnerable families affected by the fire that broke out in July 2023, in the Kennedy Road informal settlement in Durban, KwaZulu Natal. Around 1,213 families (2,357 people in total) were affected by…