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Remark by H.E. Amma A. Twum-Amoah Commissioner for Health, Humanitarian Affairs and Social Development, African Union Commission

H.E. Amma A. Twum-Amoah

Commissioner for Health, Humanitarian Affairs and Social Development,

African Union Commission

Excellencies,

Distinguished Guests,

Ladies and Gentlemen,

It is an honour to join you for this important roundtable on Building Shared Health Security: An Investment Agenda for Africa and Europe.

This conversation comes at a defining moment.

Dates: 
June 11, 2026
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Communiqué of the African Union Commission on the Escalation of Tensions in the Middle East

June 11, 2026
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The African Union (AU) Commission expresses its deep concern over the renewed escalation of hostilities between the United States of America and the Islamic Republic of Iran, despite ongoing diplomatic efforts aimed at reducing tensions and advancing a peaceful resolution.

The Commission believes that these developments risk further destabilising an already fragile situation and threaten international peace and security.

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The Chairperson of the AU Commission Wishes African Teams Success at the 2026 FIFA World Cup

June 10, 2026
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As the FIFA World Cup 2026 kicks off today, the Chairperson of the African Union (AU) Commission, H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, extends his best wishes and strong support to the ten African nations representing the continent on football’s biggest stage, expressing confidence that they will inspire and excel.

“This record level of African participation reflects the continued rise of African football and the talent, resilience, and determination of its players. It is a moment of continental pride, uniting Africans across all regions in shared hope and celebration,” said H.E. Youssouf.

Statement by Commissioner Moses Vilakati, on the Occasion of the AU High Level Mission to the Republic of Malawi Supporting Accelerated Implementation of the CAADP Kampala Declaration.

H.E. Moses Vilakati

COMMISSIONER FOR AGRICULTURE, RURAL DEVELOPMENT, BLUE ECONOMY AND SUSTAINABLE ENVIRONMENT

AFRICAN UNION COMMISSION

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AU High Level Mission to the Republic of Malawi Supporting Accelerated Implementation of the CAADP Kampala Declaration

Dates: 
June 01, 2026 to June 03, 2026
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AUC Chairperson this afternoon chaired the Coordination Committee Meeting comprising the Chief Executives of the regional Economy Communities (RECs), Regional Mechanisms (RMs) & @NEPAD_Agency & @AfCFTA

June 09, 2026
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The Chairperson of the African Union (AU) Commission, H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf this afternoon chaired the Coordination Committee Meeting comprising the Chief Executives of the regional Economy Communities (RECs), Regional Mechanisms (RMs) & @NEPAD_Agency & @AfCFTA , in preparation for the 8th AU Mid-Year Review in El-Alamein, Egypt.

The RECs, RMs & AUDA-NEPAD & AFCFTA expressed appreciation to the Chairperson for sustained engagement, coordination & leadership in advancing continental priorities.

AUC Chairperson this evening received H.E. Gedion Timothewos, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia

June 09, 2026
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The Chairperson of the African Union (AU) Commission, Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, this evening received H.E. Gedion Timothewos, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia.

They discussed the ongoing AU institutional reforms, with particular emphasis on sustainable financing of the Union.
The Chairperson expressed his gratitude to H.E. William Ruto for his leadership as AU Reform Champion and briefed the Minister on progress achieved to date under his stewardship.

AUC Chairperson met with Special Representative of the UNSG for the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Head of MONUSCO, and UNSG’s Special Envoy for the Great Lakes Region

June 09, 2026
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The Chairperson of the African Union Commission, H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, met with Mr. James Swan, Special Representative of the United Nations Secretary-General for the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Head of MONUSCO, and Mr. Huang Xia, United Nations Secretary-General’s Special Envoy for the Great Lakes Region. Their discussions focused on the situation in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo and the broader Great Lakes region.

CALL FOR PAPERS AU ECHO 2026 EDITION The Year of Water Sustainability THEME: “Assuring Sustainable Water Availability and Safe Sanitation Systems to Achieve the Goals of Agenda 2063”

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AU ECHO 2026 EDITION
The Year of Water Sustainability
THEME: “Assuring Sustainable Water Availability and Safe Sanitation Systems to Achieve the Goals of Agenda 2063”

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Prof. Jeffrey Sachs Engages with Africa Group Ambassadors to the UN on Key Development Issues

June 05, 2026
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Prof. Jeffrey D. Sachs, President of the United Nations (UN) Sustainable Development Solutions Network, and a prominent advocate for sustainable development, recently held crucial discussions with the Africa Group constituted of Representatives of African States to the UN. The meeting took place on June 2nd, 2026, at the Permanent Observer Mission of the African Union (AU) to the UN, in New York, in the presence of H.E Amb. Mohamed Fathi Edrees.  

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