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AUC Chairperson had a constructive engagement with H.E. President Salva Kiir Mayardit, in Juba, South Sudan

May 05, 2025
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Chairperson of the AU Commission, H.E. @ymahmoudali, arrived in Juba, Republic of South Sudan, this morning. He had a constructive engagement with H.E. President Salva Kiir Mayardit at the State House this afternoon. During his visit, he also held discussions with H.E. Amb. Monday Simaya Kumba, Minister of Foreign Affairs & International Cooperation, & senior members of the Cabinet.

Speaking Notes for Honourable Minister Steenhuisen (MP) at Launch of the CAADP Strategy and Action Plan (2026-2035) and the Kampala Declaration

- His Excellency, Honourable Moses Vilakati, AU Commissioner for Agriculture, Rural Development, Blue Economy and Sustainable Environment, African Union Commission,
- Honourable Chair of the AU Commission: Hon. Frank K. Tumwebaze, Minister of Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fisheries, Uganda, and the chair of the extraordinary session of the Specialized Technical Committee on Agriculture, Rural Development, Water and Environment (ARDWE),
- Honourable Ministers.
- Honourable Nardos Bekele-Thomas CEO, AUDA -NEPAD
- Representatives of the Development Partners.

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May 05, 2025
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Hon Minister Steenhuisen at Launch of CAADP Strategy and Action Plan (2026-2035)
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Opening Remarks by H.E. Moses Vilakati, AUC Commissioner ARBE, at Launch of the CAADP Strategy and Action Plan (2026-2035) and the Kampala Declaration

• Your Excellency, Hon. John Steenhuisen, Minister of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development of the Republic of South Africa.
• Your Excellency, Hon. Kyakulaga Fred Bwino, Minister of State for Agriculture, representing Hon. Frank Tumwebaze, Minister for Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fisheries of Uganda and the Chair of the Specialized Technical Committee (STC) on Agriculture, Rural Development, Water and Environment.
• Minister of Agriculture of the Republic of Eswatini Hon Mandela Tshawuka
• Your Excellency Mme Nardos Bekele, CEO, AUDA-NEPAD

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May 05, 2025
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Opening Remarks by H.E. Moses Vilakati, AUC Commissioner ARBE, at Launch of the CAADP Strategy and Action Plan (2026-2035) and the Kampala Declaration
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AU Commission Chairperson condemns attack on MSF Health Facility in South Sudan

May 04, 2025
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Addis Ababa, 4 May 2025: The Chairperson of the African Union Commission, H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, has learned with shock and dismay the recent bombing of the Médecins sans frontières (MSF) health facility in Old Fangak town, Fangak County in Jonglei State, South Sudan on Saturday, 3 May 2025.

The Chairperson unreservedly condemns this attack in its strongest terms, describing this as a flagrant breach of International Humanitarian Law, having resulted in the loss of lives and property as well as a denial of the right of access to healthcare and protection of civilians.

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Communique by the African Union on the attack of Port Sudan

May 04, 2025
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Addis Ababa, Ethiopia- 4 May 2025: The African Union has learned with deep concern and dismay of the recent violent attack on Port Sudan, a strategic city that has remained one of the few relatively stable zones in the Republic of the Sudan amid ongoing conflict.
The African Union strongly condemns this attack, which represents a dangerous escalation in the ongoing conflict and a direct threat to the lives of civilians, humanitarian access, and regional stability.

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Following his inauguration in Libreville this afternoon, H.E. Brice Oligui Nguema, the President of the Republic of Gabon had a family photo with H.E. @ymahmoudali, Chairperson of the AU Commission

May 03, 2025
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Following his inauguration in Libreville this afternoon, H.E. Brice Oligui Nguema, the President of the Republic of Gabon had a family photo with H.E. @ymahmoudali, Chairperson of the AU Commission; H.E. @SahleWorkZewde, former President of Ethiopia; & H.E. Louise @LMushikiwabo, Secretary General of the @OIFrancophonie

AUC Chairperson has arrived in Libreville ahead of the inauguration of H.E. President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguem as President of the Republic of Gabon

May 02, 2025
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The Chairperson of the African Union Commission, H.E. @ymahmoudali, has arrived in Libreville ahead of the inauguration of H.E. President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguem as President of the Republic of #Gabon, scheduled for 03 May. He was warmly received at the airport by H.E. Mr. Régis Onanga Ndiaye, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Gabon.

Official Statement on International Labour Day by H.E. Amb. Amma Adomaa Twum-Amoah, Commissioner for Health, Humanitarian Affairs and Social Development, African Union Commission

May 01, 2025
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The International Labour Day marks a pivotal moment to celebrate tremendous efforts and contributions of workers across the globe. It is an important day to recognise the crucial role that workers play in building and sustaining our economies, our communities and our societies. In the same vein, it is also a moment to cast our eyes back to reflect on the struggles, sacrifices and challenges that workers faced in the past and continue to face at present.

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