Ethiopia
H.E. Moussa Faki Mahamat bids farewell to H.E. Mass Axi Gye, Ambassador of the Gambia.
Open Session on the Inaugural Launch of the Africa Amnesty Month for the Surrender and Collection of Illicit Weapons
MEDIA ADVISORY
Open Session on the Inaugural Launch of the Africa Amnesty Month for the Surrender and Collection of Illicit Weapons
Invitation to representatives of the media
What: The African Union Peace and Security Council (AUPSC), at its 716th Meeting, will hold an Open Session on the Inaugural Launch of the Africa Amnesty Month for the Surrender and Collection of Illicit Weapons.
The Chairperson of the African Union Commission Applauds the People of Angola for a Peaceful Election
Addis Ababa, 28 August 2017: The Chairperson of the African Union Commission (AUC), H.E. Moussa Faki Mahamat is delighted to note that the 23 August 2017 General Election marked an important milestone in the history of Republic of Angola. Once again, the people of the Angola have demonstrated their resolve for continuous search for democratic and participatory governance in their country.
African Union Kwame Nkrumah Awards for Scientific Excellence (AUKNASE) Continental Award 2017 Edition
INTRODUCTION
The African Union Nutrition Champion calls for increased investment in the Nutrition Sector across the Continent
Addis Ababa, 22 August 2017- The King of the Kingdom of Lesotho, His Majesty King Letsie lll has called on African leaders to invest in nutrition in order to address the chronic hunger and malnutrition challenges across the Continent. King Letsie who the current African Union Nutrition Champion made the remarks during a courtesy call on the AU Chairperson H.E. Moussa Faki Mahamat.
Pan-African Youth Empowerment Conference
INVITATION TO MEDIA REPRESENTATIVES
WHAT: Pan-African Youth Empowerment Conference
WHEN: 22-24 August 2017
WHERE: African Union Commission, Addis Ababa – Ethiopia
WHO: The African Union Commission and SOS Children’s Villages
International
African Union Commission and the Republic of South Sudan successfully conclude Working Session on the Draft Legal Instruments of the Hybrid Court for South Sudan.
Addis Ababa, 14 August 2017 –Following a weeklong working session which saw the AUC and representatives of the South Sudanese Government work together to critically review the draft legal instruments on the Hybrid Court of South Sudan (HCSS), both sides acknowledged that the finalization of the legal instruments was a significant part of the process towards establishing the Hybrid Court for South Sudan.
Africa Humanitarian Week :Panel Discussion on Protection of Civilians
Media Advisory
Panel Discussion on Protection of Civilians
INVITATION TO MEDIA REPRESENTATIVES
WHAT: Panel Discussion on Protection of Civilians
WHEN: 18th August 2017
WHERE: African Union Commission, New Conference Centre, Conf. Room-2
Time : 8:30 A.M 1:00 P.M
Goal:
The goal of the Panel Discussion is to mobilise stakeholders (Member States, civil society, etc.) to enhance respect for IHL and IHRL in furtherance of protection of civilians in situations of conflict.
Objectives:
African Union Congratulates President-Elect, Uhuru Kenyatta
Addis Ababa, 14 August 2017: The Chairperson of the African Union Commission (AU) Moussa Faki Mahamat congratulates President Uhuru Muigai Kenyatta and his Vice President William Ruto on their successful re-election following the 8 August 2017 General Elections in Kenya.