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      Media Briefing on the 2021 Africa Malaria Progress Report by His Excellency President Uhuru Kenyatta, Chair of the African Leaders Malaria Alliance
      Media Briefing on the 2021 Africa Malaria Progress Report
      6 February 2022

      His Excellency President Uhuru Kenyatta, in his capacity as the Chair of the African Leaders Malaria Alliance, will present the outcomes of the 2021 African Union Malaria Progress Report presented to Heads of State and Government during the 35th Ordinary Session of the Assembly to members of the press.

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      Press Briefing by Commissioner for Political Affairs, Peace and Security (PAPS)
      Press Briefing by Commissioner for Political Affairs, Peace and Security (PAPS)
      6 February 2022

      The briefing will be held within the framework of the ongoing 35th Ordinary Session of the Summit.

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      Special Press Briefing on African Union’s Covid-19 Commission Progress Report
      Special Press Briefing on African Union’s Covid-19 Commission Progress Report
      6 February 2022

      MEDIA ADVISORY
      Special Press Briefing on African Union’s Covid-19 Commission Progress Report

      INVITATION TO REPRESENTATIVES OF THE MEDIA

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      Meeting of the Committee of African Heads of State and Government on Climate Change (CAHOSCC)
      Meeting of the CAHOSCC
      6 February 2022

      As one of the regions’ most adversely affected by the impacts of climate change, Africa has been advocating for urgent and practical global, regional and national actions and enhanced ambition to combat climate change.

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      Opening of the 35th Ordinary Session of the AU Assembly
      Opening of the 35th Ordinary Session of the AU Assembly
      5 February 2022

      Official opening ceremony of the thirty five (35th) Ordinary Session of the Assembly of Heads of State and Government of the African Union

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      The 26th Ordinary General Assembly of the Organization of African First Ladies for Development (OAFLAD) to hold at the margin of the 35th AU Summit
      The 26th Ordinary General Assembly of OAFLAD
      5 February 2022

      INVITATION FOR MEDIA REPRESENTATIVES

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      The Continental Launch of the Smart Finance and Digital Banking Initiative for SMEs, Women and Youth.
      The Continental Launch of the Smart Finance and Digital Banking
      5 February 2022

      What: The Continental Launch of the Smart Finance and Digital Banking Initiative for SMEs, Women and Youth.

      When: 05 February 2022   8AM EAT.

      Event
      6th High-Level Dialogue on Gender Equality in Education
      6th High-Level Dialogue on Gender Equality in Education
      5 February 2022

      THEME: Developing Africa's human, social and economic capital by increasing resilience of African girls through quality nutrition and education

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      Launch of the Africa’s Development Dynamics 2022. “Regional value chains for a sustainable recovery.”
      Launch of the Africa’s Development Dynamics 2022.
      4 February 2022

      What: Launch of the Africa’s Development Dynamics 2022 Publication. “Regional value chains for a sustainable recovery.”

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      Press Briefing by Commissioner for Economic Development, Trade Industry and Mining (ETIM), H.E. Amb. Albert Muchanga for the 35th AUSummit
      Press Briefing by H.E. Amb. Albert Muchanga
      4 February 2022

      WHAT: Press briefing on:

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      Pre-AU Summit Event: 1 Million by 2021 Initiative Results Showcase
      Pre-AU Summit Event: 1 Million by 2021 Initiative Results Showcase
      4 February 2022

      The African Union Commission, in collaboration with the Democratic Republic of Congo, is set to showcase the successes of the 1 Million by 2021 initiative and the impact of this initiative on Africa’s youth during a virtual event.

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      Press Briefing by Commissioner for Agriculture, Rural Development, Blue Economy and Sustainable Environment (ARBE)
      Press Briefing by H.E. Amb. Josepha Sacko
      3 February 2022

      The briefing will be held within the framework of the ongoing 35th Ordinary Session of the Summit.

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