African Union and European Union join hands to promote and invest in Circular Economy and Sustainable Growth
The African Union (AU) and the European Union (EU) officially announced the launch of the Continental Circular Economy Action Plan (CEAP) for Africa (2024–2034) today. Introduced by Moses Vilakati, AU Commissioner for Agriculture, Rural Development, Blue Economy, and Sustainable Environment, and Jessika Roswall, EU Commissioner Environment, Water Resilience and a Competitive Circular Economy, the plan is designed to advance sustainability, drive economic growth, and enhance resource efficiency across Africa over the next decade.
EU launches arbitration proceedings against Algeria’s trade and investment restrictions
Yesterday the EU requested the establishment of an arbitration panel in the dispute over Algeria’s trade and investment restrictions, which the EU believes infringe on the EU-Algeria Association Agreement.
EU-African Union to deepen cooperation at 24-25 November summit in Angola
On 24-25 November 2025, the leaders of the European Union (EU) member states and the countries of the African Union (AU) will meet in Luanda, Angola for the seventh EU-African Union summit. This multilateral summit will be co-chaired by the President of Angola, João Lourenço, and the President of the European Council, António Costa. The EU will also be represented by the President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen.
European Peace Facility: Council adopts assistance measure in support of Senegal
Today the Council adopted the first assistance measures under the European Peace Facility (EPF) in support of the Armed Forces of Senegal, with the objective of contributing to security and stability in West Africa.
Central African Republic: Council extends EU military training mission until 19 September 2026
The Council has today decided to extend the mandate of the European Union Military Training Mission in the Central African Republic (EUTM RCA) until 19 September 2026.
Kenya’s largest hospital gets EIB Global support to bolster and green its energy supply
The European Investment Bank’s development arm (EIB Global) will help Kenya’s largest hospital expand and green its energy supply. EIB Global will advise Kenyatta National Hospital in Nairobi on the installation of a solar-power system.
Cyprus Foreign Minister to Visit Tanzania to Deepen EU–Tanzania Partnership
Cyprus Minister of Foreign Affairs, Dr. Constantinos Kombos, will visit Tanzania from 8 to 10 July on behalf of the European Union’s (EU) High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy / Vice President of the European Commission, Kaja Kallas, as part of efforts to strengthen the EU’s partnership with Tanzania and engage in high-level discussions on regional and global issues.
Mauritania: Global Gateway - EIB Global and Banque El Amana sign loan to improve financial inclusion of women and young people in the blue economy
Banque El Amana (BEA) and the European Investment Bank (EIB Global) signed an agreement for €20 million to finance small and medium-sized companies (SMEs) in Mauritania, at the 4th International Conference on Financing for Development (FfD4).
EU and OACPS reaffirm commitment to Global Sustainable Development for the FfD4
The EU and the Organisation of African, Caribbean and Pacific States (OACPS) have issued a joint statement reaffirming their commitment to the United Nations 2030 Agenda and its Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) for the 4th UN Conference on Financing for Development (FfD4).
Africa's Century
Denmark and the EU aim for greater attention to the wishes and priorities of the African countries. Equal partnerships with African countries is a central focus of the new strategy.