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Communiqué the 1287th Meeting of the Peace and Security Council, held on 3 July 2025, on the Consideration of the Situation in Somalia and AUSSOM Operations.
(African Union Commission, 2025-07-03) Peace and Security Council
The AUPSC, at its 1287th ministerial meeting on 3 July 2025, addressed the situation in Somalia and AUSSOM operations. It commended Somalia’s efforts on national priorities and urged inclusive dialogue among the FGS, FMS, and political actors. The PSC expressed concern over Al-Shabaab threats, welcomed Somali Security Forces’ gains, and emphasized rapid force generation and LDF recruitment under the “Clear, Hold, Build” strategy. It highlighted urgent capacity building and financial gaps affecting AUSSOM, increasing CRF funding to $20M, and urged organizing a resource mobilization conference for AUSSOM. The PSC stressed UN Security Council’s role in ensuring sustainable funding under UNSCR 2719 and called for updated operational requirements to maintain UNSOS support. It urged finalizing Egyptian deployment and orderly Burundi repatriation, reaffirming AU’s commitment to Somalia’s peace, stability, and post-conflict reconstruction while pledging continued support until Al-Shabaab is defeated.
Communiqué of the 1286th Meeting of the Peace and Security Council, held on 1 July 2025, on Open Session on the Humanitarian Situation in Africa.
(2025-07-01) Peace and Security Council
At its 1286th meeting on 1 July 2025, the AU Peace and Security Council (PSC) expressed deep concern over the worsening humanitarian situation in Africa, particularly in the Sahel, South Sudan, Sudan, Eastern DRC, and Northern Mozambique. The crises stem from both natural and man-made causes, including conflict, terrorism, and climate change. The Council emphasized the need for enhanced coordination among the AU, RECs, and humanitarian actors, as well as integrated approaches linking peacebuilding, humanitarian response, and development. The PSC urged respect for International Humanitarian Law, better protection of civilians, and unimpeded humanitarian access. It also highlighted the urgent need for sustainable funding, calling on international partners to increase predictable and flexible support. The Council reiterated calls for the operationalization and financing of the African Humanitarian Agency and welcomed efforts by the WFP and ICRC. It called for greater investment in early warning systems, climate-resilient infrastructure, and the inclusion of climate-related risks in early warning mechanisms. Finally, the PSC underscored the importance of strengthening food systems and implementing the CAADP Kampala Declaration. It also recommended the creation of a humanitarian best practices platform and looked forward to the Second Africa Climate Summit in September 2025. The Council committed to remaining actively engaged on these issues.
Communiqué of the 1284th Meeting of the Peace and Security Council of the African Union held on 19 June 2025, on Consultation with the African Commission on Human and Peoples’ Rights (ACHPR).
(African Union Commission, 2025-06-19) Peace and Security Council
At its 1284th meeting on 19 June 2025, the African Union Peace and Security Council (PSC) held consultations with the African Commission on Human and Peoples’ Rights (ACHPR), reaffirming their commitment to cooperation in promoting and protecting human rights across the continent, particularly in conflict situations. The PSC commended ACHPR's work, underscored the need for stronger collaboration, and condemned human rights violations while urging member states to uphold accountability and protect vulnerable groups. Emphasizing a rights-based approach to peace and security, the Council highlighted the importance of addressing root causes of conflict, respecting international humanitarian and human rights law, and supporting transitional justice. It also acknowledged ACHPR’s financial constraints and called for alternative funding mechanisms and greater member state cooperation.
Communiqué of the 1284th Meeting of the Peace and Security Council, held on 19 June 2025, on the Consideration of the Report of the PSC Field Mission to the Republic of Guinea, conducted from 30 to 31 May 2025.
(African Union Commission, 2025-06-19) Peace and Security Council
The AU Peace and Security Council (PSC), at its 1284th meeting on 19 June 2025, considered the report of its field mission to Guinea (30–31 May 2025). The PSC recalled prior AU decisions on unconstitutional changes of government and noted presentations from the Tanzanian and Sierra Leonean ambassadors. It adopted the field mission report and urged implementation of its recommendations, with regular updates to the Council. The PSC commended Guinea’s Transition Authorities for progress on the Transition Roadmap and urged continued commitment to completing it by December 2025 to restore constitutional order. It stressed the importance of inclusivity in Guinea’s political process, encouraging the participation of women and youth to foster trust, national ownership, and diversity in governance, human rights, and reconciliation efforts. The PSC requested the AU Commission to identify and provide technical and financial support to Guinea, especially for the constitutional referendum in September 2025 and the general elections in December 2025. It called on international partners to support Guinea’s transition and expressed appreciation for the hospitality during the PSC mission, reaffirming that it will remain seized of the situation.
Provisional Programme of Work of the African Union Peace and Security Council for July 2025, Under the Chairship of the Republic of the Republic of Uganda.
(African Union Commission, 2025-07) Peace and Security Council
The African Union Peace and Security Council’s Provisional Programme of Work for July 2025, chaired by Uganda, includes critical engagements addressing Africa’s security, humanitarian challenges, and institutional development. Key sessions cover the humanitarian situation in Africa, updates on Somalia and Libya, Gulf of Guinea security, post-conflict recovery, and consideration of the AU Commission Report on Elections in Africa for the Period of January - June 2025. Other major events include the 47th Executive Council session, the 7th Mid-Year Coordination Meeting in Malabo, consultative meetings in South Africa and Gabon, and a High-Level Dialogue on democracy and peace in Accra.
