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Video message from H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, Chairperson of the African Union Commission on the occasion of Nelson Mandela International Day

As we honour Madiba's lifelong commitment to freedom, justice and peace, let us carry forward the spirit of Mandela through actions that bring our communities, our nations and our continent closer ...
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AUC Chairperson was received by the Prime Minister of the Republic of Burkina Faso, H.E. Rimtalba Jean Emmanuel Ouédraogo

The Prime Minister of the Republic of Burkina Faso, H.E. Rimtalba Jean Emmanuel Ouédraogo, received the Chairperson of the African Union (AU) Commission, H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, at his office in ...
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AUC Chairperson received the Letters of Credence of H.E. McAros Akanbeanab Akanbong, Ambassador of the Republic of Ghana

This morning, H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, Chairperson of the African Union (AU) Commission, received the Letters of Credence of H.E. McAros Akanbeanab Akanbong, Ambassador of the Republic of #Ghana to ...
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AUC Chairperson this morning visited the offices of the AU Mission for Mali & the Sahel (MISAHEL) in Bamako

Commission, H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, this morning visited the offices of the AU Mission for Mali & the Sahel (MISAHEL) in Bamako, where he was received by his High Representative , H.E. Mamadou ...
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Message of Condolences of the AU Commission Chairperson on the Passing of His Highness Sheikh Hamad Bin Khalifa Al Thani, Father Emir of the State of Qatar

Commission, H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, expresses his profound sadness at the passing of His Highness Sheikh Hamad Bin Khalifa Al Thani, Father Emir of the State of #Qatar . On behalf of the AU ...
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Keynote Address by H.E. Prof. Gaspard Banyankimbona Commissioner for Education, Science, Technology and Innovation African Union Commission

Welcome to the African Union Commission. It is a great honour to welcome you to the Innovating Education in Africa 2026 Expo, where we bring together policymakers, educators, researchers, innovators, ...
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African Experts Strengthen Continental Coordination on Multi-Hazard Early Warning and Early Action Systems

Multi-hazard early warning experts and policymakers from across Africa have reaffirmed the urgent need to strengthen continental coordination, interoperability and anticipatory action to address the ...
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#HLPF2026: Deputy Chairperson, Amb. Selma Malika Haddadi stressed that today's challenges require integrated approaches

Addressing the General Debate of the #HLPF2026, H.E. the Deputy Chairperson, Ambassador Selma Malika Haddadi, stressed that today's challenges require integrated approaches — not just coordination — ...
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Press Briefing by AUC Chairperson following meeting with Prime Minister of Burkina Faso

Agenda 2063 is the blueprint and master plan for transforming Africa into the global powerhouse of the future. It is the strategic framework for delivering on Africa’s goal for inclusive and ...
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HLPF 2026 Kicks Off in New York with a Focus on Transformative Actions for a Sustainable Future

The High-Level Political Forum (HLPF) 2026 officially commenced on July 7, 2026, and will continue until July 15, 2026, at the United Nations headquarters in New York, emphasizing the theme: ...
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AUC Chairperson received Ms. @KateForbes_IFRC, President of the @ifrc

H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, Chairperson of the African Union AU) Commission, today received Ms. @KateForbes_IFRC, President of the @ifrc. They discussed strengthening AU–IFRC cooperation in advancing ...
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Third meeting of the HLPF 2026 stresses the need to Accelerate SDGs in Africa particularly, the LDCs, LLDCs and MICs.

Agenda 2063 is the blueprint and master plan for transforming Africa into the global powerhouse of the future. It is the strategic framework for delivering on Africa’s goal for ...