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United Nations Economic Commission for Europe (UNECE)
Source: United Nations Economic Commission for Europe (UNECE) |

South Sudan eyes Water Convention accession for stronger water governance and development opportunities

South Sudan indicated it is seeking to unlock major infrastructure projects and development resources as well as to limit flooding

South Sudan, the world’s newest nation and a landlocked country in Eastern Central Africa, is situated in the middle of the basin of the Nile River, Africa’s longest river. Sharing significant transboundary wetlands, experiencing annual catastrophic floods and droughts and facing immense development and humanitarian challenges, South Sudan views strengthened…

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

Democratic Republic of the Congo: European Union (EU) lists nine individuals and one entity

Altogether, EU restrictive measures related to human rights violations and electoral obstruction in the DRC now apply to a total of 31 individuals and one entity

Today, the Council imposed restrictive measures on nine individuals and one entity responsible for acts that constitute serious human rights violations and abuses in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), and for sustaining the armed conflict, instability and insecurity in the Eastern DRC.  The EU listed two leaders of the March 23 Movement/Congolese…

Delegation of the European Union to the Federal Republic of Nigeria and ECOWAS
Source: Delegation of the European Union to the Federal Republic of Nigeria and ECOWAS |

European Union allocates N171 million to fight malnutrition in the northeast of Nigeria

This EU funding will enable the Nigerian Red Cross to provide emergency assistance to reduce malnutrition, with a focus on malnourished children, as well as pregnant and lactating women

In response to the high levels of malnutrition in northeastern Nigeria, the EU is providing €100,000 (over 171 million Nigerian Naira) in humanitarian assistance to help those most in need. The funding will help 160 000 people in the states of Adamawa, Borno and Yobe. This EU funding will enable…

United Nations Economic Commission for Europe (UNECE)
Source: United Nations Economic Commission for Europe (UNECE) |

Zimbabwe joins United Nations (UN) Water Convention, leading wave of countries in Southern Africa

Zimbabwe’s accession further reinforces the strong momentum for water cooperation in Africa, where over 90% of water resources are in 63 basins shared by two or more countries

Zimbabwe, a landlocked country in drought-stricken Southern Africa, has joined the UN Water Convention in a clear demonstration of political will for water cooperation across borders. Home to some 17 million people, Zimbabwe faces pressing water challenges linked to climate change and competing socio-economic, environmental and political demands and interdependencies…

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

European Peace Facility: Council adopts assistance measure in support of the armed forces of the Islamic Republic of Mauritania

This support seeks to enhance the protection of the national territory and territorial waters of Mauritania

The Council today adopted an assistance measure under the European Peace Facility (EPF) worth €15 million to the benefit of the armed forces of the Islamic Republic of Mauritania. The objective of this assistance measure is to support Mauritania’s land and maritime surveillance and deterrence capacities. This support seeks to enhance the protection of the…

Delegation of the European Union to Somalia
Source: Delegation of the European Union to Somalia |

European Union (EU) Inaugurates New Training Facilities for Somali National Army

This event highlights the EU's enduring values and principles, reinforcing its steadfast support for Somalia's security

On July 16, the European Union marked a milestone with the inauguration of newly constructed facilities at the General Dhagabadan Training Center (GDTC) in Somalia. This significant event was attended by the Deputy Prime Minister of the Federal Government of Somalia, H.E. Salah Jama, alongside the EU Ambassador to Somalia,…

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

European Peace Facility: Council adopts assistance measures in support of the Beninese Armed Forces

Through this assistance, the Beninese Armed Forces will be equipped with a multipurpose military aircraft, and their medical capacities and land medical evacuation capabilities will be strengthened

The Council today adopted an assistance measure worth €5 million under the European Peace Facility to provide the Beninese Armed Forces (Forces Armées Béninoises) with military equipment to meet their operational requirements and pre-deployment training needs. This decision comes on top of two other new assistance measures, worth €25 million and €5 million, adopted on 21 May…

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

Civilian Operations Commander's Visit to Somalia (07-14 July)

Partnerships and cooperation were key themes during the visit

From 07 to 14 July, the Civilian Operations Commander, Mr. Stefano Tomat, conducted a visit to Somalia, underscoring the EU’s commitment to supporting Somali institutions in enhancing security and governance. The visit focused on strengthening the Somali Police Force and fostering partnerships with key stakeholders. He used the opportunity to…

Delegation of the European Union to Libya
Source: Delegation of the European Union to Libya |

Joint Statement of the Delegation of the European Union and EU Member States' Diplomatic Missions in Libya on Detained Journalist Ahmed Sanussi

The growing climate of fear and deteriorating civic space highlighted by UNSMIL’s reports demands immediate attention and action from all stakeholders to uphold the rule of law and respect human rights in Libya

The EU and its Member States stand firm in our commitment to defending freedom of expression across the country in Libya and the protection of journalists and media workers. The freedom of media is crucial to democratic transition. We echo UNSMIL's concern about the increasing nationwide trend of arbitrary detention…

Delegation of the European Union to Libya
Source: Delegation of the European Union to Libya |

The European Union supports urgent health services for Sudanese fleeing the conflict and their host communities in Libya

This emergency intervention, funded by the EU, will last for six months and aims to reach up to 160,000 vulnerable individuals, including displaced people and Libyans alike

Amid a surge in arrivals of Sudanese people fleeing the escalating conflict in Darfur and heading towards Libya, the European Union is allocating Euros 500,000 in humanitarian funding to the World Health Organization (WHO). This funding will be used to provide primary healthcare to the most vulnerable people. Currently, there…