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African Decade for Technical, Professional, Entrepreneurial Training and Youth

African Decade for Technical, Professional, Entrepreneurial Training and Youth

2020-11-07

Africa is geared up to overcome its development challenges. The continent’s teeming youth population, which is estimated to rise to 540 million in Year 2030, offers high potential of rapid economic growth and wealth generation if the youths are skilled and engaged in productive work. A skilled labour force attracts foreign investments.

Update on the ongoing Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Global Epidemic, Brief #41

Update on the ongoing Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Global Epidemic, Brief #41

2020-10-28

Outbreak Update: Since the last brief (20 October 2020), 3,025,116 new confirmed coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) cases and 40,780 new deaths have been reported globally. To date, a total of 42,977,875 COVID-19 cases and 1,152,8883 related deaths (case fatality rate (CFR): 2.7%) have been reported from 219 countries and territories. This week, no new country or territory reported its first case.

COVID-19 Scientific and Public Health Policy Update – 06 October 2020

COVID-19 Scientific and Public Health Policy Update – 06 October 2020

2020-10-07

In addition to our Weekly Outbreak Brief on the spread of COVID-19 and the actions that Africa CDC is taking to help African Union Member States. Africa CDC shares a weekly brief detailing the latest developments in scientific knowledge and public health policy from around the world, as well as updates to the latest guidance from WHO and other public health agencies.

Community Use of Face Masks

Community Use of Face Masks

2020-10-05

This document provides guidance to Member States on the effective use of face masks/ coverings in the community by individuals without COVID-19 symptoms in order to reduce potential transmission of SARS-CoV-2.a It also provides advice on the use of masks during home care for patients with COVID-19.b

Africa Against COVID-19: Saving Lives, Economies and Livelihoods in Africa

Africa Against COVID-19: Saving Lives, Economies and Livelihoods in Africa

2020-10-05

Promoting harmonized, standardized and coordinated entry and exit for travelers in African Union Member States through digital solutions.

Draft Programme of the September/October 2020 Meetings of the African Union

Draft Programme of the September/October 2020 Meetings of the African Union

2020-09-30

(Videoconference)
As of 21 September 2020
AU STATUTORY MEETINGS From 30 September to 22 October 2020

Update on the ongoing Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Global Epidemic, Brief #37

2020-09-28

The AU Disability Inclusion Guideline

The AU Disability Inclusion Guideline

2020-09-18

The AU Disability Inclusion Guideline for Youth Exchange serves as a working document to assist the AU and its organs in providing equal access to opportunities for all African youth.

AU Youth Digest

AU Youth Digest

2020-09-12

Warm greetings to you youth of Africa and our partners across the continent.

Report of the Joint Ministerial Meeting of Ministers of Health and Ministers of Transport

Report of the Joint Ministerial Meeting of Ministers of Health and Ministers of

2020-08-18

AFRICA AGAINST COVID-19: SAVING LIVES, ECONOMIES AND LIVELIHOODS CAMPAIGN TO PROTECT BORDERS, ECONOMIES AND SCHOOLS FROM COVID-19

Update on the ongoing Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Global Epidemic, Brief #30

Update on the ongoing Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Global Epidemic, Brief #30

2020-08-12

Since the last brief (14 July 2020), 1,577,909 new confirmed coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) cases and 37,039 new deaths have been reported globally. To date, a total of 14,363,960 COVID-19 cases and 603,943 (CFR: 4.2%) related deaths have been reported from 215

SIFA Newsletter Special Edition 02-2020

SIFA Newsletter Special Edition 02-2020

2020-08-06

This special edition of the SIFA Newsletter reflects on the socio-economic impacts of COVID-19 and resultant implications for skills development. Since the World Health Organisation declared COVID-19 a global pandemic and governments have worked tirelessly to put together economic and social interventions, a ‘new’ normal is emerging.

Compendium of Regional and International Legal Instruments on Girls’ and Women’s

2020-07-16

Policy Guidelins on Digitizing Teaching and Learning in Africa

Policy Guidelins on Digitizing Teaching and Learning in Africa

2020-06-29

Science, Technology and Innovation Strategy for Africa 2024

Science, Technology and Innovation Strategy for Africa 2024

2020-06-25

On the Wings of Innovation, the AU Science, Technology and Innovation Strategy for Africa 2024 (STISA-2024) places science, technology and innovation at the epicentre of Africa’s socio-economic development and growth.

COVID-19 Scientific and Public Health Policy Update – 23 June 2020

COVID-19 Scientific and Public Health Policy Update – 23 June 2020

2020-06-23

In addition to our Weekly Outbreak Brief on the spread of COVID-19 and the actions that Africa CDC is taking to help African Union Member States. Africa CDC shares a weekly brief detailing the latest developments in scientific knowledge and public health policy from around the world, as well as updates to the latest guidance from WHO and other public health agencies.

The impact of COVID-19 on African Oil Sector A special report by AFREC on the implications on African Countries

The impact of COVID-19 on African Oil Sector A special report by AFREC on the i

2020-05-29

The Coronavirus (COVID-19) is bringing unprecedented changes to the world. Its impact and the necessary response of governments will mean that the next one to two years at least will be very challenging for economic and social development in all countries of the world. One of the sectors that will see significant challenges is the oil sector, globally and in Africa.

The Digital Transformation Strategy for Africa (2020-2030)

2020-05-18

Compendium of Regional and International Legal Instruments on Girl's and Women's Education

Compendium of Legal Instruments on Girl's and Women's Education

2020-05-16

The international legal framework on girls and women’s education is enshrined in a wide range of international and regional agreements and other legal instruments. International agreements are commonly called treaties in the context of international law. Depending on the nature and purpose of a treaty, it can also be referred to as a Covenant, Convention, Charter, Accord, Protocol or Agreement.

Africa Education Innovations Handbook 2019

Africa Education Innovations Handbook 2019

2020-03-16

Innovations in Harnessing the Capacity of ICT to Ensure Inclusion, Quality and Impact in Education and Training in Africa.

APAYE: African Plan of Action for Youth Empowerment 2019-2023

APAYE: African Plan of Action for Youth Empowerment 2019-2023

2020-03-12

Decisions and Declarations

Second Biennial Review Report of the African Union Commission on the Implementat

2020-02-12

African Union Master Roadmap of Practical Steps to Silence the Guns in Africa b

2020-02-04

Draft Programme of Events

2020-01-30