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AUC Commissioner Mataboge at Davos 2026 Declares Africa the Architect of its Energy and Digital Future

January 29, 2026
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The African Union Commission (AUC) delegation, led by H.E. Commissioner for Infrastructure and Energy, H.E.  Lerato D. Mataboge, has concluded a series of high-level engagements at the World Economic Forum (WEF) 2026. The delegation secured critical political and institutional support for a new model of African infrastructure anchored in sovereignty, bankability, and domestic resource mobilization.

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AUC Chairperson this morning conferred with the AU Deans of the Regions

February 05, 2026
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The Chairperson of the African Union Commission (AUC), H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, this morning conferred with the AU Deans of the Regions (Permanent Representatives of Zimbabwe, Uganda, Senegal, the DRC & the Saharawi Republic) to exchange views on the Union’s priorities, theme of the Summit, & the implementation of Agenda 2063, ahead of the 39th Ordinary Session of the Assembly of Heads of State & Government.

AUC Chairperson this morning received the Letters of Credence of H.E. Baak Valentino Wol, Ambassador of the Republic of South Sudan

February 05, 2026
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H.E. @ymahmoudali, Chairperson of the African Union Commission (AUC), this morning received the Letters of Credence of H.E. Baak Valentino Wol, Ambassador of the Republic of South Sudan to the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia & Permanent Representative to the AU.

The Chairperson welcomed Ambassador Wol & commended the people of #SouthSudan for their resilience, underscoring the country’s significant potential to achieve peace, stability, & sustainable development.

Chairperson of the African Union Commission condemns the killing of Libyan political figure Saïf al-Islam Gaddafi

February 04, 2026
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H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, Chairperson of the African Union Commission, has learned with deep concern of reports regarding the killing of the Libyan political figure, Saïf al-Islam Gaddafi, on 3 February 2026 in Zintan City.

The Chairperson strongly condemns this violent act, which risks further undermining efforts toward a credible and inclusive political transition in Libya.

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AUC Chairperson today received the Letters of Credentials of H.E. Mr. Adylbek Tultemirov, Ambassador of Kyrgyzstan

February 04, 2026
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H.E Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, Chairperson of the AU Commission, today received the Letters of Credentials of the Ambassador of Kyrgyz Republic to Ethiopia & the AU, H.E Adylbek Tultemirov.

He welcomed Kyrgyzstan’s growing engagement with the African Union and its interest in strengthening cooperation, including through dialogue within broader multilateral frameworks such as the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation.

African Union Commission and G20 Partners Commit to Advancing International Cooperation in Open Science

December 15, 2025
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The African Union Commission, in partnership with members of the G20, has reaffirmed its commitment to promoting an open, fair, and inclusive global environment for scientific and technological development. The collaboration brings together the African Union, South Africa, Brazil, and China, and was formalized during the recent concluded G20 meeting held in Johannesburg, South Africa.

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AUC Chairperson today received the Letters of Credentials of H.E. Ms. Olivia Owen, Ambassador of New Zealand

February 04, 2026
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H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, Chairperson of the AU Commission, today received the Letters of Credentials of H.E. Ms. Olivia Owen, Ambassador of New Zealand to Ethiopia & the AU.
He welcomed New Zealand’s long-standing partnership with Africa, notably in areas of technology, the green energy transition, & multilateral cooperation.

Mr. Youssouf & Amb. Owen reaffirmed their strategic partnership on sustainable development, renewable energy, particularly geothermal, peace & security, & technical cooperation.

AUC Chairperson received Amb Mohamed Idriss, his Special Envoy for Madagascar

February 04, 2026
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The Chairperson of the AU Commission, H.E. @ymahmoudali received @AmbMedIdriss , his Special Envoy for #Madagascar.

Amb. Idris briefed the Chairperson on progress on the situation in Madagascar to date, noting the commitment of the authorities in Antananarivo to remain on track towards an inclusive, credible political dialogue, with broad consultations ongoing.

He further reported encouraging economic indicators over the past three months & proposed the establishment of an inter-institutional contact group on Madagascar.

AUC Chairperson this afternoon met Mr. Zhang Huarong, Chairman of Huajian Group to explore AUC–Huajian cooperation in support of Africa’s industrialisation agenda

February 02, 2026
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The Chairperson of the AU Commission, H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf this afternoon met Mr. Zhang Huarong, Chairman of Huajian Group to explore AUC–Huajian cooperation in support of Africa’s industrialisation agenda.

They discussed strengthening local value chains, skills development, & technology transfer, as well as opportunities in green industries to help advance job creation, sustainable growth, & Africa’s economic resilience.

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