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African Union Commission Chair Condemns the Post-Election Violence in Mozambique and Calls for Calm
The Chairperson of the African Union Commission, Moussa Faki Mahamat, condemns the killing of Mr Elvino Dias and Mr Paulo Gambe and expresses his sincere condolences to their families.
The Chairperson calls on the Mozambican security authorities to undertake the necessary investigation and bring the perpetrators to justice.
The Chairperson continues to closely monitor the aftermath of the conduct of the General Elections in Mozambique held on 9 October 2024 and expresses deep concern of the reported cases of post- election violence and in particular the recent killings.
Empowering Africa: AU Commissioner Champions AI as Key to Health Transformation
From October 13-15, 2024, the World Health Summit brought together in Berlin, Germany global leaders, health experts, and policymakers to explore new strategies for improving health and well-being worldwide. This year's summit highlighted the role of artificial intelligence (AI) in advancing health outcomes, with discussions centred on how AI technologies can be harnessed to address pressing global health challenges.
Africa Skills Week: A Call to prioritise Technical and Vocational Education
Africa's rapidly growing working-age population, projected to triple by 2050, is creating a unique opportunity for African nations to develop a highly educated and skilled workforce. Recognizing this potential, the African Union (AU) is focusing on improving educational and career opportunities for the continent’s youth to secure long-term economic prosperity. Central to this effort is the integration of education and skills development with employment opportunities, particularly in Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) skills, which are expected to be in high demand.
Creating a Gender-inclusive Legal Profession: IAWL-AUOLC Stakeholder Engagement to Combat Gender Inequality
The Institute for African Women in Law (IAWL), in collaboration with the African Union Office of the Legal Counsel (AUOLC) under the leadership of Dr. Hajer Gueldich, and the Former Chief Justice of Ethiopia, Justice Meaza Ashenafi will host a public forum and stakeholder engagement of the continent-wide strategic initiative, the Gender Equality in Law Campaign (GELC). This high-level Regional Consultative and Stakeholder Engagement will take place on Tuesday, 15th October 2024, 11 am at the African Union Old Conference Hall in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.
9th Specialized Technical Committee on Gender Equality and Women’s Empowerment.
The African Union Commission led by the Women, Gender and Youth Directorate is convening the 9th Specialized Technical Committee on Gender Equality and Women’s Empowerment (STC on GEWE). The STC will be held back to back with the Africa Review meeting on the 30th anniversary of the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action (B+3 Review) and the Africa Pre-Consultation meeting on the 69th Session of the United Nations Commission on the Status of Women (CSW69).
Africa Skills Week: Bridging the Gap for Skills and Job Market in Africa
The Africa Skills Week (ASW), organized by the African Union Commission's Department of Education, Science, Technology, and Innovation (ESTI) from 14-18 October 2024, in Ghana,
AU Mission to the USA hosts the Georgetown ART ALL NIGHT Event
“In celebrating African art, we are celebrating not just a continent, but a shared human experience. Art transcends boundaries, and in African art, we find a profound connection between past and present, between local tradition and global influence. It is a reminder that, through creativity, we can bridge divides, foster understanding, and uplift the voices of those who have long been marginalized”.
Communique sur la visite de la Mission présidentielle de haut niveau de l’Union africaine en Libye.
African Union’s Landmark G20 Engagement: Shaping Global Energy Transition and Driving Sustainability
In a landmark moment for Africa, the African Union (AU) is actively engaging in the G20 Meetings following its official admission, marking a new era of representation for the continent in global governance and agenda setting. The AU's inclusion in the G20 is historic, solidifying Africa’s role in addressing critical global issues such as economic development, energy transitions, and sustainability.