Day: July 20, 2025

Khartoum: Sudan’s Foreign Ministry on Saturday denounced the new sanctions imposed by the European Union on Sudanese individuals and entities as lacking ‘fair legal standards.’ It is ‘not possible to equate’ the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) with ‘outlawed rebel armed groups,’ read a statement by the ministry, urging the EU to adopt a more balanced approach that takes into account Sudan’s unique national circumstances. According to Ghana News Agency, on Friday, the EU adopted sanctions against two individuals and two entities affiliated with the SAF and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF), including asset freezes, prohibition of the provision of

Doha: The declaration of principles signed in Doha between the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and the March 23 Movement (M23) rebel group has been broadly welcomed as a step toward ending the long-running conflict in the eastern DRC. The document, brokered by Qatar after months of discreet mediation, outlines a series of agreed-upon principles to guide further talks. While not a final peace deal, the declaration marks a key step toward a comprehensive agreement. According to Ghana News Agency, Mohammed bin Abdulaziz bin Saleh Al Khulaifi, Qatari minister of state at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, said the

Nairobi: The 20th session of the African Ministerial Conference on the Environment (AMCEN-20) concluded in Nairobi, the Kenyan capital, with delegates adopting resolutions that emphasize the need for increased climate finance amidst global geopolitical uncertainties. According to Ghana News Agency, Kenyan President William Ruto, who addressed the closure of the meeting, highlighted Africa’s readiness for a green and just transition. He stressed the importance of innovative climate financing, technology transfer, and a supportive policy environment in achieving this goal. Ruto emphasized that AMCEN should lead the charge towards a green and resilient future for Africa by leveraging science and innovation,