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Statement by Prof Gaspard Banyankimbona, Commissioner for Education, Science, Technology and Innovation during the celebrations of the 11th Africa Day of School Feeding (ADSF) in Gaborone, Botswana

Salutations

  • Your Excellency, DUMA GIDEON BOKO, President of the Republic of Botswana,
  • Honorable Minister Kebuang Nono Kgafela-Mokoka, Minister of Child Welfare and Basic Education, Botswana,
  • Honorable Ministers here present,
  • Excellencies Ambassadors,
  • Representatives of the RECS,
  • Distinguished Representatives of our Partner Organizations: WFP, UNICEF, FAO, UNESCO, FAWE, AFECN, GIZ, …
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March 01, 2026
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ADSF11: Side event on Integrating Education, Nutrition, and WASH to Advance Girls’ Education in Africa

March 01, 2026
English

The African Union International Centre for Girls and Women’s Education in Africa (AU CIEFFA), the Forum for African Women Educationalists (FAWE), and World Vision International (WVI) Liaison Office to the African Union jointly convened a side event during the 11th commemoration of the Africa Day of School Feeding, held in Gaborone, Botswana, from 28th February to 1st March 2026. The session took place on 28th February under the theme “Integrating Education, Nutrition, and WASH to Advance Girls’ Education in Africa.”

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Africa Commits to the Next Decade of School Feeding: Nutritious Meals, Clean Water, and Local Prosperity

March 01, 2026
English

The African Union Commission (AUC), in collaboration with the Government of the Republic of Botswana and development partners, commemorated the 11th Anniversary of the African Day of School Feeding (ADSF) in Gaborone, Botswana, under the theme “Ensuring Access to Nutritious Meals, Clean Water, and Hygiene: Promoting Safety and Resilience in Every School Meal Investment.” The event served as a key milestone in evaluating the progress made over the past decade in implementing school feeding programs across the continent and reaffirming commitments to sustaining and scaling up these initiative

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11th Africa Day of School Feeding (11th ADSF): Ensuring Access to Nutritious Meals, Clean Water, and Hygiene: Promoting Safety and Resilience in Every School Meal Investment

February 28, 2026
English

The African Union Commission (AUC), in partnership with the Government of the Republic of Botswana and the World Food Programme (WFP), today launched the 11th Africa Day of School Feeding (ADSF) at the Royal Aria Convention Centre in Gaborone.

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Statement by the Chairperson of the AU Commission on the Occasion of Adwa Day

March 02, 2026
English

On the occasion of Adwa Day, H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, Chairperson of the African Union Commission, commemorates the historic victory at the Battle of Adwa of 2 March 1896.

“Adwa was a defining affirmation of African sovereignty, dignity, and unity,” the Chairperson stated. “It sent a powerful message that Africa would determine its own destiny.”

He emphasized that the spirit of Adwa continues to inspire the continent’s aspirations under Agenda 2063. “As we confront today’s challenges, we must remain united. Africa’s strength lies in its solidarity.”

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Statement by H.E. the Chairperson of the African Union Commission on Escalation of Conflict in the Middle East

February 28, 2026
English

The Chairperson of the African Union Commission, H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf strongly condemns the missile and drone attacks carried out by the Islamic Republic of Iran against the sovereign territories of Bahrain, Qatar, the United Arab Emirates, Kuwait and the Saudi Arabia.

These actions constitute a clear violation of sovereignty and territorial integrity and risk further destabilizing the Middle East at a time when restraint is urgently required. He said that African Union Commission stands in full solidarity with the governments and peoples of the affected states.

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AU Commission Press Statement on US-Iran Military Escalation

February 28, 2026
English

The Chairperson of the African Union Commission, H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf is deeply concerned by the reported military strikes carried out by the United States in coordination with Israeli forces against targets inside the Islamic Republic of Iran, an escalation that marks a serious intensification of hostilities in the Middle East.

The Chairperson calls for restraint, urgent de-escalation, and sustained dialogue, stressing that all parties must act fully in accordance with international law and the United Nations Charter to safeguard international peace and security.

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The Chairperson of the African Union Commission Expresses Solidarity with Madagascar Following Cyclone Gezani

February 27, 2026
English

H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, the Chairperson of the African Union Commission, expresses deep concern and solidarity with the Government and people of the Republic of Madagascar following the devastation caused by Cyclone Gezani, which has been declared a national disaster by the national authorities.

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