African Union leaders have demanded prompt action to prevent conflicts from escalating, as insecurity continues to spread across the continent.

African leaders have agreed on measures to strengthen the continent's response to peace and security challenges, with a focus on sustainable financing, early intervention, and rapid response to conflicts.

President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah is in Luanda, Angola, to attend the African Union (AU) Extraordinary Summit on peace and security in Africa. 

African leaders are expected to confront the continent's worsening peace and security challenges at an Extraordinary Session of the African Union (AU) Assembly of Heads of State and Government in Angola on Sunday.

President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has extended well-wishes to Zambia for peaceful general elections this August, emphasising that regional stability is vital for Southern African development and integration

The International Organization for Migration (IOM) says it is worried about anti-immigration protests in parts of South Africa, citing safety concerns and potential human rights violations.

AFC-M23 group leader Corneille Nangaa accused Congolese President Felix Tshisekedi of making a 'declaration of war' during a press conference in Goma on Thursday, following remarks about retaking territories held by the movement.

He argued that the comments amounted to an end to the Doha peace process.

The Southern African Development Community (SADC) has urged Madagascar’s law enforcement authorities to exercise maximum restraint and professionalism in responding to ongoing protests in the country.

Although Namibia and Angola currently face no major security threats, the United States Africa Command (AFRICOM) is working to ensure the two countries remain secure and prepared to respond to any potential future challenges.