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The African Union Commission Chairperson Welcomes Sudan’s UNSC Peace Initiative, Calls for Comprehensive Dialogue and International Support

December 30, 2025
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The Chairperson of the African Union Commission, H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, welcomed the peace initiative presented by the Transitional Government of Sudan to the United Nations Security Council. The AUC Chairperson described the initiative as a comprehensive and forward-looking framework that demonstrates a profound understanding of the severe crisis confronting Sudan and its people, as well as a sincere commitment to ending hostilities, halting violence, alleviating humanitarian suffering, and upholding Sudan’s unity, sovereignty, and territorial integrity.

Statement by AUC Commissioner ARBE During Multistakeholder Workshop on Strengthening Research, Extension and Development (R E—E-D) Through Subregional Organisations

Distinguished Representatives of Regional Economic Communities, Heads of Subregional Research Organisations, Leaders of Farmer Organisations, Development Partners, Members of the Private Sector, Ladies and Gentlemen,

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December 22, 2025
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African Union Convenes High-Level Dialogue to Strengthen Africa’s Research, Extension and Development Systems for Resilient Food Systems

December 22, 2025
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The African Union Commission (AUC) has convened a high-level Multistakeholder Workshop on Strengthening Research, Extension and Development (R-E-D) through Subregional Organisations in Kampala, Uganda. The meeting, which was held 22-23 December 2025, brough together continental, regional, and national institutions to advance Africa’s transition toward resilient, digitally enabled, and market-responsive food systems.

The Chairperson of the African Union Commission rejects any recognition of Somaliland and reaffirms the African Union’s unwavering commitment to the unity and sovereignty of Somalia

December 26, 2025
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The Chairperson of the African Union Commission, H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, has taken note, with deep concern, of recent developments relating to Somaliland.

In this regard, the Chairperson of the Commission unequivocally reaffirms the longstanding and consistent position of the African Union, grounded in the principles enshrined in the Constitutive Act of the African Union, in particular the respect for the intangibility of borders inherited at independence, as affirmed by the 1964 decision of the Organization of African Unity.

African Road Safety Observatory Concludes Three-Day Transitional Steering Committee Meeting in Cape Town

December 26, 2025
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Cape Town , South Africa – 24 December 2025 – The African Road Safety Observatory (AfRSO), under the auspices of the African Union Commission (AUC), has successfully concluded a three-day meeting of its Transitional Steering Committee (TSC) in Cape Town, South Africa, from 16 to 18 December 2025. The meeting was hosted in collaboration with the Road Traffic Management Corporation (RTMC), under the Department of Transport (DoT) of South Africa.

Chairperson of the African Union Commission Congratulates the Somali People on the Municipal Elections in Mogadishu

December 26, 2025
English

The Chairperson of the African Union Commission, H.E Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, takes note of the municipal elections held in Mogadishu on 25 December, 2025 and congratulates the Somali people on the calm and orderly conduct of the process. The holding of these elections constitutes an important initial step in Somalia’s ongoing efforts to advance democratic governance across the country.

Season's Greetings by H.E. Amb Selma Malika Haddadi AUC Deputy Chairperson

December 26, 2025
English

Season’s Greetings!

As the year draws to a close, a time for reflection and renewed purpose,
I extend my warmest wishes to all of you.

This festive period offers an opportunity to reaffirm our shared commitment
to unity, cooperation, integrity, solidarity, and service.

With hope and confidence, I wish you a year ahead filled with happiness,
peace, and prosperity.

Amb. Selma Malika Haddadi
Deputy Chairperson
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Statement of the Chairperson of the African Union Commission on the Tragic Loss of Senior Libyan Military Officials

December 24, 2025
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The Chairperson of the African Union Commission, H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, has learned with deep sorrow of the tragic accident that claimed the lives of the Chief of the General Staff of the Libyan Army, Lieutenant General Mohammed al-Haddad, and four of his accompanying officers while returning from an official trip from Ankara.

African Union Holds CAADP Workshop in Accra to Strengthen Agricultural Investment Planning and Accountability Across the Continent

December 18, 2025
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The African Union Commission (AUC), in collaboration with the African Union Development Agency–NEPAD (AUDA-NEPAD) and the Regional Economic Communities (RECs), has convened a Peer-to-Peer Learning and Exchange Workshop on NAIP/RAIP Review and Biennial Review (BR) Indicator Development from 16–18 December 2025 in Accra, Ghana.

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