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.
The AU offers exciting opportunities to get involved in determining continental policies and implementing development programmes that impact the lives of African citizens everywhere. Find out more by visiting the links on right.
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This report highlighted the achievements,challenges occurred and comments made by the technical experts on the topic as follows, Digital Transformation Strategy (DTS) for Africa, Digital Health Strategy and Digital Agriculture Strategy.
This afternoon, H.E. @ymahmoudali, Chairperson of the African Union Commission, convened a strategic consultation with Ambassadors of the five permanent members of the UN Security Council and the A3+ (Algeria, Sierra Leone, Somalia) in Addis Ababa. The deliberation focused on reinforcing Africa’s role in promoting peace, security, and sustainable development.
The Chairperson underscored the imperative of enhanced multilateral cooperation to address common challenges and affirmed the AU Commission’s commitment to institutionalising this dialogue platform.
The Chairperson of the African Union Commission, H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, this morning held consultations with the Ambassadors of Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger accredited to the African Union.
The meeting provided an opportunity to exchange views on the political situation in their respective countries and explore avenues for renewed engagement towards the restoration of constitutional order, in line with AU norms and shared commitments.
3rd African Implementation and Partnership Conference on Water (PANAFCON3)
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Flag-raising of the African Union (AU) symbol alongside the flags of countries and organisations at national, regional, continental and international levels is a highly significant action as it promotes the vision, missions, programs and flagship projects of the African Union, as well as the Africa Agenda 2063, reinforcing the importance of collaboration and shared goals among nations.
As Africa works to strengthen peace and stability in an evolving landscape, it is also advancing a dynamic agenda of development priorities.
Opening Remarks at the High-Level Side Event of the World Health Assembly on ‘’The Future of Domestic Financing for Health is Now – Africa’s Pathway to Sustainable Health Systems’’
By H.E Amb. Amma Adomaa Twum-Amoah
Commissioner for Health, Humanitarian Affairs and Social Development
Date: 22 May 2025
This morning, the Chairperson of the AU Commission, H.E. @ymahmoudali, held a productive engagement with the Ambassadors of the Arab Group who are based in Addis Ababa. The discussion highlighted the enduring political, historical, and cultural bonds between Africa and the Arab world, & the shared commitment to reinvigorating African-Arab cooperation in pursuit of common interests.
Fostering a spirit of hope and collaboration among Africans.
The African population worldwide and the international community join the African Union (AU) today, in commemorating the Africa Day, observed annually on the 25th of May. This year, the Day is celebrated within the context of the AU theme of the year 2025: “Justice for Africans and People of African Descent through Reparations”.
The Chairperson of the African Union Commission, H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, extends his warmest congratulations to the Government and people of the State of Eritrea on the joyful occasion of their Independence Day.
This historic day not only commemorates the triumph of Eritrea’s liberation but also stands as a powerful testament to the resilience, courage, and unwavering spirit of its people. The decades-long struggle for self-determination marked by immense sacrifice and steadfast perseverance culminated in the birth of a proud and sovereign nation.
