By Charmaine Ndlela
President Cyril Ramaphosa has called for an immediate ceasefire in Sudan and South Sudan, warning that escalating conflicts threaten Africa’s peace and stability.
Addressing the 39th Ordinary Session of the African Union Assembly of Heads of State and Government at the Nelson Mandela Convention Centre in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, Ramaphosa said peace and security remain top priorities for the continent.
“We call for a ceasefire in all affected states and urge all stakeholders to engage in an all-inclusive dialogue that will pave the way for free, inclusive and credible elections to end the long transition,” Ramaphosa said.
He reiterated the need for warring parties to lay down their arms, allow unfettered humanitarian access and commit to inclusive national dialogue as the only path to sustainable peace.
Ramaphosa acknowledged the report on the state of peace and security on the continent but expressed concern over worsening conditions of
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