The Chairperson of the African Union Commission, H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, today received H.E. Dr. Delese Mimi Darko, Director General of the African Medicines Agency (AMA), following her assumption of duty.

Their meeting reaffirmed AMA’s central role in strengthening Africa’s health security and advancing the continent’s pharmaceutical and regulatory ambition. They exchanged views on enhancing regulatory systems, supporting local production, and promoting the scientific development of traditional and herbal medicines.

The Chairperson highlighted the steady increase in Member State ratifications of the AMA Treaty and highlighted the Agency’s importance in ensuring the quality, safety and efficacy of medical products for Africa’s citizens

The Chairperson welcomed AMA’s progress and reiterated the AUC’s commitment to advancing robust, inclusive and high-quality health systems across the continent.