In July 2021, the Southern African Development Community Mission in Mozambique (SAMIM) was deployed to Cabo Delgado, Mozambique, to combat terrorism and violent extremism. Troops from eight SADC member states supported the Mozambique Defence Armed Forces (FADM) in addressing the insurgency led by Ansar al-Sunna, a group affiliated with the Islamic State. Despite initial successes in reducing violence and reclaiming territory, SADC announced the mission's phased withdrawal by July 2024, to be replaced by a larger Rwandan force partnered with the EU.

During the 50th G7 summit in Italy, Africa took centre stage in the development discussions, with the G7 committing to align its initiatives with the African Union's Agenda 2063. Noteworthy efforts included the 'Energy for Growth in Africa' project, which focuses on advancing clean energy and providing technical assistance. However, doubts remain due to the G7's history of unmet commitments. Despite numerous promises concerning infrastructure, debt relief, and health security, the G7's aid to Africa has often been insufficient.

KERSTIN BREE CARLSON, THE JUSTICE LABORATORY: INTERNATIONAL LAW IN AFRICA, USA, BROOKINGS INSTITUTION, 2022, 178 pp.
ISBN -13: 978-0815738138

Kerstin Bree Carlson’s “The Justice Laboratory: International Law in Africa” provides a profound exploration of Sub-Saharan Africa as a significant case study in the realm of international criminal law (ICL). At the heart of Carlson’s study is how international law has been utilised and its effectiveness in addressing and mitigating political violence in African nations.

Israel-Hamas conflict escalated significantly with Hamas launching an offensive against Israel, causing over 1300 deaths and a severe hostage crisis. This marked a major intensification in the longstanding conflict. The African Union attributed the violence to Israel's denial of Palestinian rights, while African nations responded variably. Some aligned with Israel, others with Palestine, and several remained neutral. Diplomatic relations with Israel, influenced by historical and developmental ties, were evident in the varied UN voting patterns.