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African Union Deploys 3rd Cohort of Tech Fellows

11 May 2026

The African Union Commission (AUC), through the Women, Gender and Youth Directorate (WGYD), officially announces the commencement of duty for the 3rd Cohort of the AU Digital and Innovation Fellowship.

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African Union Commission Launches Strategic Workshop to Drive Policy Impact of African Think Tanks

AUC Launches Strategic Workshop to Drive Policy Impact of African Think Tanks

6 May 2026

The African Union Commission (AUC) proudly hosted the first Think Tank Coordination and Capacity-Strengthening Workshop from 27-30 April, for the African Think Tank Platform (ATTP) Project.

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AU Peace Fund Board of Trustees Reviews Financial Status and Advances in Resourc

4 May 2026

AU Peace Fund Board of Trustees Reviews Financial Status and Advances in Resource Mobilization Efforts

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AU Media Fellowship 3.0 Fireside Chat on World Press Freedom Day 2026

4 May 2026

“Shaping a Future at Peace: Press Freedom, Journalism and the Pursuit of Human Rights in Africa”

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Ministers Endorse Key Maritime Frameworks to Advance Green Ports,

30 April 2026

Ministers responsible for transport and energy endorsed key maritime policy and regulatory frameworks during the 5th Ordinary Session of the Specialised Technical Committee on Transport and Energy (STC-T&E)

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Africa Advances Education and Skills Agenda at Continental CESA Coordination For

28 April 2026

The African Union Commission, Department of Education, Science, Technology and Innovation and State Department for Basic Education, Government of Kenya, with participants from AU Member States, Regional Economic Communities (RECs),

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AU Member States Convene to Advance Africa’s 2026 G20 Priorities

28 April 2026

Following the African Union’s permanent membership in the G20 and South Africa’s historic Presidency in 2025, the African Union is prioritizing preparation for the 2026 United States G20 Presidency. To ensure the continent remains coordinated, influential, and strategically positioned, the African Union is convening a pivotal AU G20 Retreat,hosted by the Republic of Equatorial Guinea.

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Continental Coordination and Capacity Forum for CESA Thematic Clusters

28 April 2026

Building on the achievements of CESA 16–25, CESA 26–35 seeks to accelerate inclusive, equitable, high-quality education systems that equip African learners with competencies for the future of work, innovation, and sustainable development. CTVET-34 complements this by strengthening TVET systems for youth employability, entrepreneurship, industrialization, and economic growth.

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African Union and Denmark Strengthen Partnership to Advance Sustainable Peace Fi

24 April 2026

The African Union Peace Fund and the Government of Denmark convened a high-level meeting to officially mark the launch of Denmark’s support to the African Union Peace Fund, reinforcing a shared commitment to advancing peace, security, and stability across Africa through sustainable and African-led financing mechanisms.

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African Union Commends Morocco’s Strategic Contribution to Peace, Security

24 April 2026

The African Union Commission (AUC), through its Department of Political Affairs, Peace and Security (PAPS), in partnership with the Government of the Kingdom of Morocco, successfully convened the 5th Edition of the Joint Specialized Training for African Union Short-Term Election Observers (STOs) from 20 to 24 April 2026 in Rabat, Morocco.

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Disaster Risk Reduction Experts Highlight Interagency Collaboration

20 April 2026

Disaster risk reduction experts have emphasised that interagency collaboration and coordination are critical to advancing an all-of-society approach to disaster resilience.

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African Union Commission Champions Adequate Housing and Urban Resilience at the Second Africa Urban Forum

AUC Champions Adequate Housing and Urban Resilience at the 2nd AUF

14 April 2026

The African Union Commission (AUC) has reaffirmed its commitment to advancing inclusive, resilient, and sustainable urban development across the continent at the Second Africa Urban Forum, held 8-10 April 2026 in Nairobi, Kenya, under the theme: “Adequate Housing for All: Advancing Socio-economic and Environmental Transformation towards the Realisation of Agenda 2063.”