{"id":98806,"date":"2025-10-16T12:01:41","date_gmt":"2025-10-16T12:01:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sotnews.agency\/?p=98806"},"modified":"2025-10-16T12:01:41","modified_gmt":"2025-10-16T12:01:41","slug":"cps-urges-african-leaders-to-embrace-dialogue-and-diplomacy-in-resolving-conflicts","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sotnews.agency\/?p=98806","title":{"rendered":"CPS urges African leaders to embrace dialogue and diplomacy in resolving conflicts"},"content":{"rendered":"
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The Centre for Policy Scrutiny (CPS) has urged African leaders to prioritise dialogue and diplomacy as the most effective tools for addressing conflicts and sustaining peace across the continent.<\/p>\n

In a statement released on Thursday, October 16, 2025, and signed by the corporate affairs office, the Ghana-based policy think tank called on governments, policy institutions, and civil society actors to draw lessons from the recent peace agreement involving Israel and its regional partners.<\/p>\n

It described the development as a powerful demonstration of how persistent dialogue, compromise, and visionary leadership can transform long-standing hostilities into lasting cooperation.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe courage shown by parties in the Middle East to engage, negotiate, and reconcile should inspire African leaders and citizens alike,\u201d the statement read. <\/p>\n

\u201cPeace and progress become attainable when dialogue replaces division and when the welfare of citizens is placed above political or personal rivalry.\u201d<\/p>\n

CPS observed that many of Africa\u2019s conflicts stem from unresolved border issues, ethnic tensions, and competition over resources, challenges that could be better managed through sustained engagement and regional cooperation. <\/p>\n

The statement stressed that the time had come for African nations to invest more deliberately in peacebuilding, strengthen regional partnerships, and commit to resolving disputes through diplomacy and mutual respect.<\/p>\n

The Centre further underscored the importance of leadership that places national interest above partisan considerations. <\/p>\n

\u201cIt is through constructive engagement, dialogue, and policy-driven collaboration that our continent can overcome the barriers to peace and prosperity,\u201d the statement added.<\/p>\n

CPS expressed optimism that with renewed political will and stronger regional collaboration, African countries could transform their conflict-prone areas into hubs of peace, innovation, and development \u2014 just as the Middle East peace accord has shown is possible when leaders choose cooperation over confrontation.<\/p>\n

The Centre for Policy Scrutiny (CPS) is a Ghana-based policy research and advocacy organisation dedicated to promoting sound governance, security, and sustainable development. <\/p>\n

Through evidence-based analysis and stakeholder engagement, the Centre works to influence policies that advance stability, growth, and the well-being of citizens across Africa.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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