Dawit Yohannes

[Training For Peace @T4PAfrica]

(2/3) Our Researcher, @a_liaga at @issafrica, examines the extent to which the UN and AU can enhance efforts to address sexual violence in conflict contexts. Read the article here➡️💡 https://t.co/pkyMs9X7mh

[Training For Peace @T4PAfrica]

(3/3) @ACCORD_online @nupinytt @NorwayMFA @_AfricanUnion @AUC_PAPS @NorwayAU @karishmad @DawitYK @CedricdeConing @DrATchie

[ACCORD @ACCORD_online]

From 10–11 June, ACCORD contributed to the African Union Centre for Post-Conflict Reconstruction and Development (PCRD) Consultative Meeting on the Review of the African Solidarity Initiative (ASI) in Cairo, Egypt.

The meeting reflected on the ASI’s vision, objectives and implementation since its launch in 2012, while assessing its continued relevance and contribution to Africa’s evolving peacebuilding and post-conflict reconstruction landscape.

[Training For Peace @T4PAfrica]

1/3 This #DayOfTheAfricanChild, every child deserves the security that comes with safe water, sanitation and hygiene.
@ACCORD_online @issafrica @nupinytt @NorwayMFA @_AfricanUnion @AUC_PAPS @NorwayAU @karishmad @DawitYK @CedricdeConing @DrATchie

[Training For Peace @T4PAfrica]

1/2: Our Partner, @issafrica, supported the @UNOAU_ and @_AfricanUnion jointly commemorate #PKDay 28th May - 8th June. Our selfless peacekeepers face risks daily to protect civilians, support political transitions & accompany communities on their journey to recover from conflict

[Training For Peace @T4PAfrica]

2/2: As we continue to recognize & celebrate their sacrifices, we also reaffirm the importance of prevention, education, stronger peacebuilding efforts & deeper cooperation btn the AU & the @UN in building a future where peace is sustained, inclusive & shared by all.

[United Nations Office to the African Union - UNOAU @UNOAU_]

Closing ceremony of the #PeacekeepersDay photo exhibition at @AfricanUnion honoured AU and UN peacekeepers’ service and sacrifice, with a tribute & panel discussion by @issafrica, @IPSS_Addis & @AUC_PAPS on #InvestInPeace: https://t.co/L9xXY0gR4R

#PkDay

[Training For Peace @T4PAfrica]

It’s finally here!! Click https://t.co/0dVFvCROmb to read this much-awaited paper on ‘Charting Africa’s Agency in a Changing Global Order’ we’ve just released to mark #Africa Day today!

[ISS @issafrica]

How can #Africa bridge the gap between its peace and security norms and reality on the ground?

Experts at an ISS & @NeTT4Peace seminar in Addis Ababa on 22 April explored why foundational AU principles are under pressure - and how to make them fit for modern conflicts 🧵👇

[Institute of Foreign Affairs - IFA @ifa_ethiopia]

𝐇𝐨𝐫𝐧 𝐃𝐢𝐚𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐮𝐞 𝐬𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐈𝐕

Session II: Rethinking Peacekeeping in Africa: Towards Effective, Sustainable, and Integrated Operations

Partha Agastya Leo Moman: Peacekeeping is not a political solution. It has to be AU-led. Africa should look for alternatives. One alternative is if AU member state finance AU-led mission as part of African Solutions to African problems.

Edmond John Pamba: Africa should finance its own peace Agenda.

[Training For Peace @T4PAfrica]

Conflicts in Africa are getting more complex. New actors & dynamics call for innovative solutions. 👉🏾https://t.co/EVFl9Q4GNt Learn how #TfP is supporting AUC navigate these complexities to strengthen AU PSOs through harnessing Lessons Learnt from AU-facilitated missions: Africa

[Institute of Foreign Affairs - IFA @ifa_ethiopia]

𝐇𝐨𝐫𝐧 𝐃𝐢𝐚𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐮𝐞 𝐈𝐕 — 𝐏𝐚𝐧𝐞𝐥 𝐈,

"The issues of AI and Mis(dis) information have continued to affect the effectiveness of peacekeeping in our region," Col. Catherine Lagat

During Panel Discussion of the Horn Dialogue Series IV, held on December 1–2, 2025, at the Hilton Garden Inn in Kampala.

@ifa_ethiopia
@issafrica
@LPI_voices
#RDU

[ISS @issafrica]

Africa's youth are not just tech users – they're knowledge creators transforming peacebuilding throug digital technologies. Will fragmented policies hold them back? Read the 🧵

[Horn Review @HornReview]

We were honoured to host Dawit Yohannes (PHD), Senior Researcher & Project Manager at the Institute for Security Studies @issafrica for a discussion with our young researchers - on the existing & emerging challenges shaping Peacekeeping Operations in the Horn of Africa & beyond.

[ISS @issafrica]

Can African states build lasting peace without development rights?

The @AUC_PAPS PCRD Journal (2nd edition) presents case-based analysis on factors shaping post-conflict recovery across the continent. ISS is proud to support Africa-owned research on post-conflict reconstruction and development.

[African Union Political Affairs Peace and Security @AUC_PAPS]

A glimpse of the action! 📸

Yesterday, as a highlight of the 5th @_AfricanUnion #PCRDAwarenessWeek! 🎉, H.E. Commissioner @Bankole_Adeoye, hosted a pivotal luncheon with African & international media.

The engagement featured:
🗣️ An open dialogue on current crises & AU responses.
📘 The launch of the 2nd Edition of the AU #PCRD Journal.
🤝 A robust Q&A on sustaining peace in Africa.

#TheAfricaWeWant 🕊️
#AUPCRD
#PCRD2025

[Amb. Bankole Adeoye @Bankole_Adeoye]

Engaging with the Diplomatic Corps, AUPSC, UNPBC & African/international media, we today launched the 2nd Edition of the AU Journal on Post-Conflict Reconstruction & Development (PCRD) within PCRD Week. I reiterated the significance of promoting peacebuilding through effective knowledge generation and sharing. We showcased AU’s focus on the right to development through open Quick Impact Projects (QIPs) and highlighted their relevance to rebuilding communities, lives & livelihoods, as well as the inclusion of women and youth in the peace continuum.

[Training For Peace @T4PAfrica]

How can Africa increase its agency to remain innovative & pragmatic in the face of dwindling resources & a retreat of multilateralism? Join TfP & AUC_PAPS for a public seminar on this timely issue. @ACCORD_online @issafrica @nupinytt @NorwayMFA

[African Union Political Affairs Peace and Security @AUC_PAPS]

#NeTT4Peace2025 Concludes!
A productive 3-day Strategy Group meeting in Rabat has concluded. With a clear 2026 work plan, and strengthened commitments, the Network is poised to deliver impactful, evidence-based research for Africa's governance, peace & security agenda. Gratitude to all members, @AUC_PAPS, the host - @PolicyCenterNS and @GIZAfricanUnion!

#AUNeTT4Peace
#NeTT4Peace #TheAfricaWeWant

@_AfricanUnion
@issafrica
@IPSS_Addis
@CairoPeaceKeep
@africa_amani
@PoleInstitute @NkafuPolicyInst
@iparrwanda
@afrobarometer
@ACCORD_online
@_IJR_
@PanAfrican_PI
@NEPAD_Agency

[African Union Political Affairs Peace and Security @AUC_PAPS]

🔍 Aligning Research with Policy Needs

#NeTT4Peace Day 1 in Rabat started with welcoming new members ; and recap of the last Strategy Group Annual Meeting. Sessions focused on aligning research with the @AUC_PAPS priorities and identified key entry points for the Network to ensure its work directly informs the continent's peace, security, and governance agenda. #AUNeTT4Peace2025 #TheAfricaWeWant

@PolicyCenterNS
@issafrica @IPSS_Addis @CairoPeaceKeep
@africa_amani
@PoleInstitute @NkafuPolicyInst @iparrwanda