AUC Deputy Chairperson

Deputy Chairperson

H.E. Dr. Monique Nsanzabaganwa is the Deputy Chairperson (DCP) for the African Union Commission. She is in charge of Administration and Finance and assists the Chairperson in the execution of his functions to ensure the smooth running of the Commission, and acts as the Chairperson in his absence.

About

The Deputy Chairperson of the AUC assists the Chairperson in the execution of his or her functions to ensure the smooth running of the Commission and is in charge of administration and finance. The Deputy acts as the Chairperson in his or her absence. The Deputy Chairperson is elected by the Assembly for a four-year term, renewable once. Election is by secret ballot and a two-thirds majority of Member States eligible to vote. The Deputy must not be from the same region as the Chairperson of the Commission. Elections and terms are governed by the AU Assembly Rules of Procedure and the Commission Statutes.

Agenda 2063: Launch of 2nd Decade of Acceleration

February 17, 2024 to February 18, 2024

The launch of the Second 10-Year Implementation Plan of Agenda 2063, also dubbed as the decade of acceleration (2024-2033), is a historic milestone for the African Union, its Member States, and all African citizens.

African Vaccine Acquisition Trust delivers 12 000 doses of COVID-19 vaccine

September 03, 2021

African Vaccine Acquisition Trust delivers 12 000 doses of COVID-19 vaccine to the African Union. Vaccination will allow the AU Commission to return to work.