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The African Union Commission (AUC) and the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) jointly reaffirm their unwavering support to the Government and people of the Republic of South Sudan in their ongoing pursuit of peace, national unity, democratic governance, and sustainable development.

From 5 to 6 May 2025, the Chairperson of the African Union Commission undertook an official visit to Juba, in close coordination with IGAD, to engage with South Sudanese authorities and key stakeholders on the evolving political and security situation and the status of the peace process.

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.

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.

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