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AUC Chairperson this afternoon received Donald Kaberuka, AU Special Envoy on Sustainable Financing for the Union & Financing for Peace in Africa

March 09, 2026
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The Chairperson of the African Union (AU) Commission, Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, this afternoon received Donald Kaberuka, AU Special Envoy on Sustainable Financing for the Union & Financing for Peace in Africa, for consultations on advancing the reform agenda of the AU.

The discussions formed part of the Chairperson’s ongoing consultations, in line with the guidance of the AU Assembly at its 39th Ordinary Session, on strengthening institutional reforms & ensuring the effective implementation of the Union’s mandate.

International Women’s Day: African Union Celebrates Women of the Union with Pledge to Strengthen Inclusion and Dignity for All

March 09, 2026
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The African Union Commission (AUC), through its Women, Gender and Youth Directorate (WGYD), commemorated the International Women’s Day 2026, under the theme “Honouring Women of the African Union: Voices, Work and Community,” recognising the diverse contributions of women across all levels of the institution. The celebration, held at the AU headquarters in Addis Ababa, highlighted the vital roles women play in sustaining the Union’s work, from leadership and policy development to administration, security, cleaning and other essential services.

The African Union Commission Deputy Chairperson co-hosted a High-Level Dinner focused on promoting equitable access and strengthening local manufacturing of health products across Africa

March 05, 2026
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The African Union Commission (AUC), the World Bank Group (WBG) and the African Development Bank (AfDB) convened a high-level technical workshop and a High-Level Dinner in Addis Ababa on 16 February 2026 to strengthen collaboration on expanding equitable access to essential medical products and accelerating local manufacturing across Africa in line with aspirations of Agenda 2063.

Message of H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf Chairperson of the AU Commission on the Occasion of International Women’s Day 2026

March 08, 2026
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8 MARCH 2026

Excellencies,
Dear Esteemed Colleagues

Today, 8 March 2026, we at the African Union join the global community in commemorating International Women’s Day — an opportunity to celebrate the achievements of women and girls across our continent and to reaffirm our commitment to gender equality and women’s empowerment.

The Story of Africa Continues. Meet the AU Media Fellowship Cohort 3.0 Fellows, the voices shaping Africa’s narrative

March 06, 2026
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African media plays a powerful and transformative role in strengthening citizen and diaspora awareness, engagement, and ownership of the African Union and its development agenda. Through accessible, people-centred storytelling, African journalists and content creators bring continental policies closer to the people, bridging the gap between institutions and communities, deepening public understanding, promoting accountability, and advancing Agenda 2063.

Pan African University Graduates 27 New Doctors at 11th PAUGHSS Ceremony in Yaoundé

March 06, 2026
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The Pan African University Institute of Governance, Humanities and Social Sciences (PAUGHSS) has conferred doctoral degrees upon 27 graduates at its 11th Graduation Ceremony, held at the University of Yaoundé II-SOA, on March 5, 2026. The graduates, representing 20 African Union Member States, completed the PhD Programme in Governance and Regional Integration — the flagship academic programme of the institute.

African Court on Human and Peoples’ Rights Launches New Website at Opening of 2026 Judicial Year and Launch of 20th Anniversary

March 03, 2026
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The African Court on Human and Peoples’ Rights (AfCHPR) has officially launched its revamped website, www.african-court.org on the margins of the Solemn Ceremony marking the Opening of its 2026 Judicial Year and the commencement of its 20th Anniversary commemoration at its Seat in Arusha, United Republic of Tanzania.

The Solemn Ceremony was graced by His Excellency John Dramani Mahama, President of the Republic of Ghana, as Guest of Honour.

Ministers of Trade Adopt a Common Position in Maputo Ahead of Fourteenth WTO Ministerial Conference

February 26, 2026
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MAPUTO, MOZAMBIQUE: H.E. Mrs. Francisca TATCHOUOP BELOBE, Commissioner for Economic Development, Trade, Tourism, Industry and Minerals (ETTIM) of the African Union Commission, participated in the Consultative Meeting of African Ministers responsible for Trade, convened in Maputo, Republic of Mozambique, from 24 to 26 February 2026. The Meeting was organized to consolidate and politically anchor the African Common Position ahead of the Fourteenth WTO Ministerial Conference (MC14), scheduled to take place in Yaoundé, Republic of Cameroon, from 26 to 29 March 2026.

African Union and Nutrition International strengthen partnership to accelerate nutrition security across Africa

February 13, 2026
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Today, The African Union (AU) and Nutrition International have signed a second memorandum of understanding (MoU), reaffirming their shared commitment to accelerate progress on nutrition security across Africa and tackle malnutrition in all its forms. Under the auspices of His Majesty King Letsie III of Lesotho and the AU Nutrition Champion, the MoU was signed in Addis Ababa by H.E. Amb.

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