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Communiqué of the 1293rd Meeting of the Peace and Security Council held on 4 August 2025 on Update on the Situation in Sudan.
(African Union Commission, 2025-08-04) Peace and Security Council
At its 1293rd meeting held on 4 August 2025, the African Union Peace and Security Council (PSC) expressed deep concern over the worsening humanitarian and security crisis in Sudan, particularly the famine in El-Fasher, and condemned the creation of a parallel government by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF). The Council called for an immediate and unconditional cessation of hostilities and urged all parties to commit to inclusive, inter-Sudanese political dialogue. It reaffirmed support for Sudan’s democratic transition, welcomed the appointment of a civilian Prime Minister, and stressed the need for coordinated international efforts under AU and IGAD leadership. The PSC also denounced external interference, urged protection of civilians and respect for international law, and called for consolidation of peace initiatives into a single AU-led process.
Communiqué of the 1290th Meeting of the Peace and Security Council, Held on 22 July 2025, in an Open Session on the Rehabilitation and Reintegration of Children Formerly Associated With Armed Conflict.
(African Union Commission, 2025-07-22) Peace and Security Council
At its 1290th meeting on 22 July 2025, the African Union Peace and Security Council (PSC) held an open session focused on the rehabilitation and reintegration of children formerly associated with armed conflicts. The Council reaffirmed its commitment to protecting children in armed conflict, condemned ongoing recruitment and exploitation by state and non-state actors, and stressed the urgent need for sustainable, trauma-informed, and community-based reintegration programs. It called for stronger accountability mechanisms, enhanced resource mobilization, and full implementation of AU and international child protection instruments. The PSC encouraged Member States to mainstream child protection in peacebuilding, improve access to essential services for affected children, and expedite the appointment of a Special Envoy on Children in Conflict. The Council pledged to remain actively engaged in advancing these efforts.
Press Statement of the 1292nd meeting of the Peace and Security Council, held on 29 July 2025, following the announcement on Saturday 26 July 2025 of the establishment of a parallel government in the Republic of Sudan by the Sudanese coalition (Tasis) led by the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF).
(African Union Commission, 2025-07-29) Peace and Security Council
At its 1292nd meeting on 29 July 2025, the African Union Peace and Security Council (PSC) strongly condemned the announcement by the Sudan Founding Alliance (Tasis), led by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF), of a parallel government in Sudan, rejecting any attempt to fragment the country. Reaffirming respect for Sudan’s sovereignty and territorial integrity, the Council urged all AU Member States and the international community not to recognize or support the so-called parallel government. The AU reiterated its recognition of the Transitional Sovereignty Council and the newly formed civilian transitional government as the legitimate authorities, calling for an immediate, unconditional ceasefire, a return to negotiations, and an inclusive national dialogue. The PSC also condemned external interference fueling the conflict and demanded an end to all military and financial support to the warring parties, pledging to remain actively engaged in the situation.
Report on the Activities of the Peace and Security Council of the African Union for the Second Quarter of the Year 2025.
(African Union Commission, 2025-06-30) PSC Secretariat
From April to June 2025, the African Union Peace and Security Council (AUPSC) held 15 meetings addressing 16 agenda items including country-specific situations, regional and thematic issues. Focus areas included the transitions in Gabon and Guinea, the operational status of AUSSOM in Somalia, political instability in South Sudan and Libya, and maritime security in the Gulf of Guinea. The Council also deliberated on Security Sector Reform, hate crimes, mine action, and transnational crime, emphasizing regional cooperation and sustainable peace frameworks. The PSC engaged in joint initiatives with ECOWAS and APRM, strengthening conflict prevention, governance, and human rights integration in peacebuilding. A field mission to Guinea affirmed the AU’s support for its December 2025 transition deadline. Capacity building was also prioritized through induction programs for new Committee of Experts and Military Staff Committee members.
Key tasks assigned to the AU Commission: Support political transitions and constitutional processes; Strengthen early warning and conflict prevention tools; Mobilize resources for peace operations; Facilitate joint AU–RECs/RMs initiatives; Coordinate SSR, mine action, and hate crime prevention; Operationalize maritime and counter-terrorism frameworks; and Enhance AU–ACHPR collaboration and human rights integration.
Communiqué of the 1291st Meeting of the Peace and Security Council, held on 24 July 2025, at the Level of Heads of State and Government, on the Situation in Libya.
(African Union Commission, 2025-07-24) Peace and Security Council
The Peace and Security Council (PSC) of the African Union, meeting at the Heads of State and Government level, reaffirmed its commitment to Libya’s sovereignty, unity, and the restoration of peace and stability through a Libyan-led political and reconciliation process. The PSC expressed concern over continued insecurity, including clashes in Tripoli, and emphasized the urgent need to maintain public order, disarm non-state armed groups, and protect civilians, warning perpetrators of recent attacks of accountability. It supported national elections, rejected foreign interference, and called for the immediate withdrawal of foreign forces and mercenaries. The Council commended progress made by Libyan leaders and the AU High-Level Committee on Reconciliation, urged swift implementation of the Reconciliation Charter, and addressed ongoing violations of arms embargoes, misuse of frozen assets, and abuses against African migrants. It further called for enhanced AU-UN collaboration, activation of the Tripartite Task Force on migration, the appointment of a Special Envoy on Migration, and the relocation of the AU Liaison Office to Tripoli. The PSC concluded by committing to remain actively seized of the matter.
Communiqué of the 1290th Meeting of the Peace and Security Council held on 22 July 2025, on Consideration of the Conclusions of the Joint Consultative Meeting between the PSC of the AU and the Pan-African Parliament (PAP), held in Midrand, South Africa, from 17 to 18 July 2025.
(African Union Commission, 2025-07-22) Peace and Security Council
The African Union Peace and Security Council (PSC), at its 1290th meeting held on 22 July 2025 in Addis Ababa, adopted the conclusions of the Joint Consultative Meeting with the Pan-African Parliament (PAP) held in Midrand, South Africa from 17 to 18 July 2025. Reaffirming its commitment to strengthen collaboration between the two organs for the promotion of peace, security, governance, and development in Africa, the PSC called on the AU Commission and PAP to develop a roadmap and workplan for implementation and urged PAP members to disseminate the conclusions to national and regional parliaments. The Council commended PAP’s efforts in promoting African unity and integration and agreed to convene the next joint meeting in Addis Ababa in 2026.
