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REMINDER Online Registration for Journalists to the Second Africa Climate Summit (ACS2)

Theme: “Accelerating Global Climate Solutions: Financing for Africa's resilient and Green” Development.

The Information and Communication Directorate (ICD) of the African Union Commission (AUC) hereby announces that the online registration for journalists interested to cover the Second Africa Climate Summit scheduled to take place from 8-10 September 2025 in Addis Ababa, the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia has been launched on the AU website. 

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AU, UNESCO, and University of Johannesburg Partner to Contextualise Journalism Training for African Journalist

August 12, 2025
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To strengthen African journalism in a rapidly changing media environment, the African Union (AU), UNESCO, and the University of Johannesburg are joining forces to contextualise global journalism training resources for African realities.

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The Chairperson of the African Union Commission Message on the occasion of the Independence Day of the Republic of the Congo

August 15, 2025
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The Chairperson of the African Union Commission, H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, conveys his warmest congratulations to the Government and the people of the Republic of the Congo as they celebrate the anniversary of their Independence Day.

This historic day stands as a powerful reminder of the Republic of the Congo’s unwavering commitment to freedom, national sovereignty, and African unity. It is also a moment to celebrate the country’s vital contributions to the African Union’s goals of peace, development, and regional integration.

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8th Session of the Specialized Technical Committee (STC) on Finance, Monetary Affairs, Economic Planning and Integration

September 29, 2025 to October 03, 2025
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The African Union Commission will convene the 8th Session of the Specialized Technical Committee (STC) on Finance, Monetary Affairs, Economic Planning and Integration, under the theme: “Bridging Africa’s Health Financing Gap in a Changing Geo-Economic Context: Challenges and Potential Solutions.”

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African Union Joins Third G20 Sherpa Meeting to Advance Africa’s Priorities Ahead of the G20 2025 Leaders’ Summit

July 24, 2025
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In preparation for the upcoming G20 Leaders’ Summit in November 2025, the African Union (AU) delegation participated in the Third G20 Sherpa Meeting under South Africa’s Presidency, held on 25 - 27 June under the theme “Solidarity, Equality, Sustainability.” The meeting, which marks the midway point of South Africa’s historic G20 Presidency, brought together Sherpas to review progress, reflect on key global challenges, and shape the path forward towards the Leaders’ Declaration.

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The African Union Commission (AUC), African Capacity Building Foundation (ACBF) and AUDA-NEPAD, has successfully launched the Africa Think Tank Platform Call for Proposals.

July 24, 2025
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The African Union has launched a new round of funding under its Africa Think Tank Platform (ATTP) , inviting consortia of African research institutions to compete for multi-year grants worth up to 10 million US dollars each. The initiative aims to strengthen evidence-based policymaking and reinforce institutional capacity across the continent.

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Statement by H.E. Amb Selma Malika Haddadi, Deputy Chairperson of the African Union Commission at the Launching Ceremony of the AU State of Volunteerism in Africa Report

Excellencies,
Distinguished Guests,
Colleagues,
Ladies and Gentlemen,

On behalf of the Chairperson of the African Union Commission, H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, and on my own behalf, I extend heartfelt greetings to all the young people across our continent and in the diaspora as we mark this year’s International Youth Day.

This day calls us to recognize the extraordinary power of youth to turn aspiration into action—especially where change is needed most. Africa’s renewal begins with young people who do not wait, but lead with ingenuity and resolve.

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High Level Ministerial Conference Concludes with Commitments Towards the Triple Elimination of HIV, Heptitis B and Syphilis in Africa by 2030

July 29, 2025
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The African Union Commission (AUC) in collaboration with the Ministry of Health of the Republic of Uganda, the World Health Organization (WHO), UNAIDS, UNICEF, Africa CDC, AUDA-NEPAD, the National Organization for People Living with Hepatitis B, and other partners successfully concluded the HIGH-LEVEL CONFRENCE ON THE TRIPLE ELIMINATION OF HIV, HEPATITIS B AND SYPHILIS IN AFRICA.

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