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Pan-African Parliament 20th Anniversary: Reflecting on the Journey and Charting the Path Forward

PAP is poised to take on an even more transformative role in line with the PAP's mandate to facilitate economic integration and championing the African Renaissance

Today, 18th March, marks the 20th anniversary of the establishment of the Pan-African Parliament (PAP), a significant milestone in the African Union (AU)’s quest for a unified and stronger Africa. Inaugurated on March 18, 2004, as the legislative body of the Union, the PAP represents a step towards the realization of…

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African Union (AU) High-Level Panel on Sudan concludes its First Shuttle Diplomacy Mission in the Region

On its first stop in Port Sudan, the HLP-Sudan engaged with senior officials of the Sudanese Sovereignty Council, including General Abdul Fattah al-Burhan

The High-Level Panel for Sudan (HLP-Sudan) has concluded its first shuttle diplomacy mission. The HLP-Sudan is chaired by H.E. Mohamed Ibn Chambas, AU High Representative for Silencing the Guns, and includes Dr Specioza Wandira-Kazibwe, former Vice President of Uganda, and Ambassador Francisco Madeira, former AU Special Representative of the Chairperson…

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African Union Commission (AUC) Chairperson strongly condemns mass abduction of schoolchildren and women in Northwestern Nigeria

This despicable act is a further illustration of the pervading threat posed by terrorism, violent extremism and banditry to the peace and stability of the Nigerian State

The Chairperson of the Commission of the African Union, H.E. Moussa Mahamat Faki, strongly condemns the mass abduction of schoolchildren and women on Thursday 7 March 2024, following an armed intrusion into the village of Kuriga, in northwestern Nigeria The Chairperson calls for the immediate and unconditional release of the…

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37th African Union (AU) SUMMIT: African Union takes steps to address Education Challenges in Africa

Even with a substantial increase in the number of African children with access to basic education, a large number still remain out of school

AU theme of the year: “Educate an African fit for the 21st Century: Building Resilient Education Systems for Increased Access to Inclusive, Lifelong, Quality, and Relevant Learning in Africa”. The achievement of Aspiration 1 of Agenda 2063 for “A prosperous Africa based on inclusive growth and sustainable development” requires that Africa makes significant investments…

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Progress, challenges, and prospects of Africa’s development form the agenda of ministers at the African Union (AU) Summit

The resurgence of military coups, pre- and post-election violence, humanitarian crises linked to war and the effects of climate change, were highlighted as serious threats

African Union (AU) Summit will discuss and make far-reaching decisions on the security situation on the continent as some of its member states continue to face security challenges.  At the opening of the Executive Council of Ministers of Foreign Affairs, the resurgence of military coups, pre- and post-election violence, humanitarian…

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New Members of African Union Administrative Tribunal Sworn-In

The new Members were designated by their respective Member States following the appointment decision taken by the Executive Council

The African Union Administrative Tribunal (AUAT) swore in three new Members  to serve a four-year term in the independent body entrusted with providing internal justice mechanism to staff members of the African Union. The new Members  were designated by their respective Member States following the appointment decision taken by  the…

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The Chairperson of the African Union Commission calls for mutual respect between Ethiopia and Somalia

He stresses the imperative to respect unity, territorial integrity and full sovereignty of all African Union member states including Federal Republic of Somalia and Federal Democratic republic of Ethiopia

The Chairperson of the Commission of the African Union, H.E Moussa Faki Mahamat, has been closely following the tension resulting from signing of the Memorandum of Understanding between Ethiopia and the region of Somalia (Somaliland). The Chairperson calls for calm and mutual respect to de-escalate the simmering tension between the…

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Africa seeks to accelerate the establishment of African Union Financial Institutions

The urgency to expedite the establishment of the African Union Financial Institutions has been underscored by the changing global economic landscape due to the COVID-19 pandemic, climate change and insecurity

The African Union is convening a consultative forum to assess the implementation of the African Union Financial Institutions (AUFIs). The meeting scheduled for 13- 15 December 2023 in Lusaka, Zambia will gather participants from the Ministries of Finance, Central Banks, African Union Organs and Specialised Agencies, Regional Economic Communities, Association of African…

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The African Union Strongly Condemns Violence in Guinea Bissau

The Chairperson calls on the government and all national stakeholders to prioritise dialogue in the furtherance of peace and to respect the Constitution to ensure the preservation of stability and unity of the country

The Chairperson of the African Union Commission, H.E. Moussa Faki Mahamat, strongly condemns the recent violence in Guinea Bissau, perpetrated by elements of the National Guard. The Chairperson equally notes with concern the dissolution of the National Assembly. The Chairperson calls on the government and all national stakeholders to prioritise…

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African ministers rally more action to bridge the digital divide and inequalities

At the just concluded 5th Specialized Technical Committee (STC) on Communication and Information Communication Technology (ICT), the ministers committed to promote the nexus between digitalisation, climate change, infrastructure, and energy

Ministers in charge of Communication and Information Communication Technology sectors have adopted far-reaching decisions to accelerating Africa’s Digital Transformation and boost socio-economic development, create jobs and improve people’s lives. At the just concluded 5th Specialized Technical Committee (STC) on Communication and Information Communication Technology (ICT), the ministers committed to promote…