The Chairperson of the African Union Commission, H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, expresses profound sorrow and heartfelt condolences to the Government and people of Ethiopia following the tragic landslides in the Gamo Zone that have claimed many lives and displaced thousands of families after days of heavy rainfall.

The Chairperson extends deepest sympathies to the bereaved families and wishes a swift recovery to those injured, while expressing solidarity with all communities affected by the disaster. H.E. Mr. Youssouf also pays tribute to the emergency responders, humanitarian workers, and local volunteers who are working tirelessly to rescue survivors and provide assistance to those in need.

The African Union Commission stands with Ethiopia during this period of national mourning and reaffirms its support for the ongoing relief and recovery efforts.

The Chairperson also expresses concern over the wider impact of severe flooding across the region and underscores the importance of investing in disaster risk management, early warning systems, and climate resilience to better protect communities from the increasing threat of extreme weather

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