AU pushes for wider citizen participation to strengthen democratic socialisation across Africa.

The African Union is seeking to make democracy a continuous part of public life, with media, civic education and citizen participation central to the effort. A two-day Roundtable in Addis Ababa focused on turning that goal into practical action ahead of the continent’s 2026–2027 electoral cycle. The African Union Commission’s Department of Political Affairs, Peace […]
African journalists adopt a continental action plan on responsible AI, decent work and media freedom

African journalist leaders have adopted an advocacy action plan to advance responsible artificial intelligence (AI), decent working conditions and quality journalism across the continent. The plan was agreed at the close of a two-day dialogue and capacity-building programme convened by the Federation of African Journalists (FAJ) in Addis Ababa on 24-25 October 2026. Entitled “Advancing […]
NCA & Mogadishu University launch 4th national Cyper Security forum.

Mogadishu, Somalia – 27 October 2026 – The 4th National Cyber Security Forum officially launched today in Mogadishu, jointly organized by the National Communications Authority (NCA) and Mogadishu University.The two-day forum brings together government officials, representatives from telecommunications and technology companies, internet service providers (ISPs), banks, universities, civil society organizations, researchers, and cybersecurity experts. Held […]