High-Level Platform on Sustainable Peace Financing for Africa: Innovative Partnerships for the AU Peace Fund

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February 15, 2025

MEDIA ADVISORY

HIGH-LEVEL PLATFORM ON SUSTAINABLE PEACE FINANCING FOR AFRICA: INNOVATIVE PARTNERSHIPS FOR THE AU PEACE FUND

INVITATION TO THE MEDIA REPRESENTATIVES

WHAT: On the sidelines of the 38^th African Union (AU) Summit, this high-level platform will focus on strengthening innovative partnerships to sustain and expand the Peace Fund.

The platform will also serve as an official recognition ceremony for key contributors, reaffirming Africa’s commitment to self-reliant peace financing.

WHEN: Saturday, 15 February 2025

WHERE: Multi-purpose Hall, African Union Headquarters, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

WHO: This high-level event is hosted by the African Union Peace Fund Secretariat and brings together:

Heads of State and Government
AUC Leadership
AU Peace Fund Contributors including private sector leaders and multilateral financial institutions

The African Union (AU) Peace Fund stands as the continent’s primary mechanism for financing African-led peace initiatives, ensuring predictable and sustainable resources for conflict prevention, mediation, and long-term stability efforts. Read more at: https://au.int/en/PeaceFund

WHY: Since its revitalization in 2018, the AU Peace Fund has achieved major milestones, including reaching the $400 million initial endowment target through contributions from AU Member States and partners. However, as peace and security challenges intensify, greater commitments and diversified funding sources are required to sustain the Fund’s long-term effectiveness.

This platform will recognize leading contributors to the Peace Fund, reinforcing the importance of sustained financial commitments.

For more information:

Mr. Mikaïla Issa| Communication Expert l African Union Peace Fund Secretariat l African Union Commission | E-mail: AbramaneM@africa-union.org

Ms. Doreen Apollos | Information and Communication Directorate | African Union Commission | E-mail: ApollosD@africa-union.org | Addis Ababa, Ethiopia