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AUC Chairperson received H.E. Alejandro Ives Estivil Castro, Ambassador of Mexico to Ethiopia and Representative to the AU
The Chairperson of the AU Commission H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf received H.E. Alejandro Ives Estivil Castro, Ambassador of Mexico to Ethiopia and Representative to the AU. They discussed deepening Africa–Mexico ties, with shared priorities in agriculture, manufacturing, peacebuilding, & diaspora engagement, drawing on Mexico’s rich experience in the Latin America region and her cooperation with some of the AU member states.
AUC Chairperson held a productive meeting this morning with the WIPO Director General, Mr. Daren Tang
The Chairperson of the African Union Commission, H.E. @ymahmoudali, held a productive meeting this morning with the WIPO Director General, Mr. Daren Tang. The Chairperson emphasised that as Africa advances in innovation, creativity, & digital trade, WIPO’s support will be essential. He noted that the AU & WIPO can deepen their collaboration to unlock the continent’s full intellectual property potential through capacity building, youth-driven innovation, technology transfer, & value addition in the creative, agribusiness, & cultural industries.
African Union and World Health Organization renew strategic partnership to drive impact and strengthen health systems in Africa
The African Union (AU) and the World Health Organization (WHO) renewed their longstanding strategic partnership today with the signing of an updated Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on the sidelines of the 78th World Health Assembly in Geneva.
African Court on Human and People's Rights Elects New President and Vice President
Arusha, 2 June 2025: The African Court on Human & Peoples’ Rights (the Court/AfCHPR) has elected Honourable Justice Modibo Sacko of Mali as its President, and Honourable Lady Justice Bensaoula Chafika of Algeria as the Vice President.
The election took place today during the first day of the Court’s 77th Ordinary Session, being held at its seat in Arusha, United Republic of Tanzania.
African Union Commission Chairperson Extends Congratulations to the Italian Republic on the Occasion of its 79th Republic Day
The Chairperson of the African Union Commission, His Excellency Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, conveys warm congratulations to the Government and people of the Italian Republic on the auspicious occasion of the 79th anniversary of the founding of the Republic.
This significant milestone stands as a tribute to the enduring democratic traditions of the Italian Republic and its longstanding commitment to the principles of peace, multilateralism, and international cooperation.
AU Commission consolidates continental voice at the 8th Session of the Global Platform for Disaster Risk Reduction
AU Commission consolidates continental voice at the 8th Session of the Global Platform for Disaster Risk Reduction Several global agenda to expire in 2030, including the Sendai Framework
AUC Chairperson received Mr. Bill Gates, Chair of the Gates Foundation
This morning, H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, Chairperson of the African Union Commission, received Mr. Bill Gates, Chair of the Gates Foundation.
The visit aimed to strengthen collaboration between the AU and the Gates Foundation. Discussions centered on boosting Africa’s health systems, expanding local vaccine and medicine manufacturing, and enhancing food security.
H.E. Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al-Thani, Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the State of Qatar, received H.E. @ymahmoudali, Chairperson of the African Union Commission and his delegation, this evening in Doha.
H.E. Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al-Thani, Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the State of Qatar, received H.E. @ymahmoudali, Chairperson of the African Union Commission and his delegation, this evening in Doha. The meeting forms part of the AUC Chairperson’s ongoing consultations with key strategic partners to deepen cooperation and promote shared values in economic cooperation, preventive diplomacy and mediation.
The Chairperson of the African Union Commission Welcomes Appointment of Civilian Prime Minister in Sudan
The Chairperson of the African Union Commission, H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, takes note of the appointment of H.E. Dr. Kamil al-Tayeb Idris as Prime Minister of the Republic of Sudan.
The Chairperson commends this development as a step toward inclusive governance and expresses hope that it will contribute meaningfully to ongoing efforts to restore constitutional order and democratic governance in Sudan.