Promoting Africa’s growth and economic development by championing citizen inclusion and increased cooperation and integration of African states.
Promoting Africa’s growth and economic development by championing citizen inclusion and increased cooperation and integration of African states.
Agenda 2063 is the blueprint and master plan for transforming Africa into the global powerhouse of the future. It is the strategic framework for delivering on Africa’s goal for inclusive and sustainable development and is a concrete manifestation of the pan-African drive for unity, self-determination, freedom, progress and collective prosperity pursued under Pan-Africanism and African Renaissance.
H.E President William Samoei Ruto (PhD), President of the Republic of Kenya and the African Union Champion on Institutional Reform. H.E. Ruto was appointed during the 37th Assembly of Heads of State and Government in February 2024 to champion the AU Institutional Reform process taking over from the H.E Paul Kagame, President of the Republic of Rwanda who led the implementation of the reform process since 2016.
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The African Union Commission, through the Office of the Special Envoy on Women, Peace and Security (OSE-WPS), on 27 June 2025, successfully concluded a three-day high-level workshop designed to revitalize how Africa monitors and implements its Women, Peace and Security (WPS) commitments through the Continental Results Framework (CRF).
The Chairperson of the African Union Commission, H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, extends warm congratulations and best wishes to the government and people of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) as they celebrate their 65th Independence Day.
This historic occasion marks the liberation of the Congolese people from colonial rule and the birth of a sovereign nation with immense potential. The DRC’s rich cultural heritage, vast natural resources, and resilient people remain a cornerstone of Africa’s development and unity.
On the auspicious occasion of Seychelles’ Independence Day, the Chairperson of the African Union Commission, H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, extends his warmest congratulations to the Government and the people of the Republic of Seychelles.
This day marks a momentous milestone in the national history of Seychelles- a celebration of sovereignty, cultural pride, and the enduring spirit of unity and resilience that defines the Seychellois people. It is also a reminder of the diverse identities and rich heritage that strengthen the bonds of our African Union family.
The forum with over 300 participants including Government representatives from the 49 African ClimSA participating countries, Regional Economic Communities (RECs), 6 Regional Climate Centres (RCCs), and counterparts from the Caribbean and Pacific region. The
The Bureau of the African Ministerial Conference on Meteorology (AMCOMET) convened on 24th June on the margins of the Joint ClimSA and SEWA Forum, bringing together key stakeholders to assess recent developments in the meteorology sector and reaffirm commitments to strengthening weather, water, and climate services across Africa.
The Chairperson of the African Union Commission, H.E. Mr. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, warmly welcomes the signing of the peace agreement between the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and the Republic of Rwanda.
This historic development marks a significant milestone in the collective efforts to restore peace, stability, and cooperation in the Great Lakes region. The Chairperson commends the leadership and political will demonstrated by H.E. President Félix Tshisekedi of the DRC and H.E. President Paul Kagame of Rwanda in prioritizing dialogue and regional solidarity over conflict.
H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, Chairperson of the AU Commission, met with H.E. Amb. Jonathan Pratt, Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary @AsstSecStateAF, on the margins of the DRC–Rwanda Peace Agreement signing in Washington, DC.
They welcomed the peace accord and reaffirmed the importance of AU–US cooperation. The Chairperson conveyed the shared priorities of AU Member States, including equitable trade under AGOA & support for AU-led peace operations.
The Chairperson of the AU Commission, H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, yesterday joined the US Secretary of State, H.E. Marco Rubio, H.E. M. Al-Khulaifi, Minister of State of the State of Qatar, & H.E. Robert Dussey, Foreign Minister of Togo, in witnessing the signing of a peace agreement between the foreign ministers of the Democratic Republic of the Congo and the Republic of Rwanda, held in Washington D.C.
On this special day, I extend my warmest congratulations to the Government and people of the Republic of Djibouti as you mark your Independence Day.
This anniversary is not only a celebration of sovereignty but also a powerful reminder of Djibouti’s enduring resilience, unity, and strategic contribution to peace and stability in the region.
May this day inspire continued progress, prosperity, and pride for all Djiboutians, at home and abroad.
Happy Independence Day!
Abuja, Nigeria
“Can Africa Rise in a Fractured World?”
It is a great honour to be here in Abuja, the vibrant heart of West Africa, for this year’s AfreximBank Annual Meeting, a gathering of vision, purpose, and ambition for the African continent. I wish to extend, on behalf of the Chairperson of the African Union Commission, H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, the African union’s deepest appreciation to AfreximBank for your enduring commitment to Africa’s development and your bold leadership in the face of adversity.
