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Le Président de la Commission de l’Union africaine, S.E. M. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, est arrivé à Bamako, en République du Mali, pour une visite officielle de deux jours destinée à renforcer le dialogue et la coopération entre l’Union africaine et le #Mali. À son arrivée, le Président de la Commission @ymahmoudali a été accueilli par S.E. M. @AbdoulayeDiop8, Ministre des Affaires étrangères et de la Coopération internationale de la République du Mali. Les deux responsables ont ensuite eu un entretien consacré aux questions d’intérêt commun. Au cours de son séjour, le Président de la Commission doit être reçu par S.E. le Général Assimi Goïta, @GoitaAssimi, Président de la Transition et Chef de l’État de la République du Mali. Lire @ au.int/fr/pressreleas…

The Chairperson of the African Union (AU) Commission, H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, has arrived in Bamako, the Republic of #Mali, for a two-day official visit aimed at strengthening engagement between the AU & Mali. Upon arrival, the Chairperson @ymahmoudali was received by H.E.  @AbdoulayeDiop8, Minister of Foreign Affairs & International Cooperation of the Republic of Mali. He subsequently held discussions with the Minister on issues of mutual interest. The Chairperson is expected to meet with H.E. General Assimi Goïta, @GoitaAssimi, President of the Transition and Head of State of the Republic of Mali tomorrow. Read @ au.int/en/pressreleas…

Message of Condolences of the AU Commission Chairperson on the Passing of His Highness Sheikh Hamad Bin Khalifa Al Thani, Father Emir of the State of Qatar. The Chairperson of the African Union (AU) Commission, H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, expresses his profound sadness at the passing of His Highness Sheikh Hamad Bin Khalifa Al Thani, Father Emir of the State of #Qatar . On behalf of the AU Commission, the Chairperson @ymahmoudali extends his sincere condolences to His Highness the Amir, the Government and the people of the State of Qatar, and to the bereaved family. “His Highness Sheikh Hamad Bin Khalifa Al Thani will be remembered as a visionary leader whose wisdom and statesmanship transformed Qatar into a prominent global actor. His legacy is defined by his unwavering commitment to dialogue, mediation and diplomacy, and by his belief in the power of peaceful solutions to address regional and global challenges,” the Chairperson said. The Chairperson further noted that “across Africa, the late Father Emir will be remembered as a valued partner who championed peace, development and South-South cooperation, while fostering strong and enduring relations between the State of Qatar and the African continent.” “Qatar’s contributions to global peace and stability, including its important role in mediation and facilitating dialogue among parties in conflict, reflect a deep commitment to multilateralism and the peaceful resolution of disputes,” he added. The African Union stands in solidarity with the State of Qatar during this time of mourning and prays that Almighty Allah grants the late Father Emir eternal peace and comforts his family and the people of Qatar. Read @ au.int/en/pressreleas…

H. E Ambassador Selma Malika Haddadi, Deputy Chairperson of the @_AfricanUnion Commission will be participating in the High-Level Political Forum (#HLPF) 2026 in New York. This engagement highlights the #AU's commitment to sustainable development and collaborative efforts in tackling global challenges. Stay tuned for updates on key discussions and initiatives! #Agenda2063 #Agenda2030 #TheAfricaWeWant #SDGs.

As part of his ongoing consultions in line with his mandate, H.E. Amb. @AShingiro , Special Envoy of the Chairperson of the African Union (AU) Commission for Gabon & Equatorial Guinea, this week met with H.E. Teodoro Obiang Nguema Mbasogo, President of Equatorial Guinea in Mongomo, and with H.E. President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema of the Republic of #Gabon in Libreville. The discussions with the leaders focused on the AU's efforts to strengthen dialogue, promote good neighborly relations, & deepen cooperation between the two sisterly countries, reaffirming the Union's commitment to African-led, peaceful solutions to regional issues. Read @ au.int/en/pressreleas… @ymahmoudali

Chairperson of the African Union Commission Marks African Anti-Corruption Day 2026. On the occasion of the 2026 African Anti-Corruption Day, H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, the Chairperson of the African Union Commission reaffirmed the Commission's unwavering commitment to advancing integrity, transparency and accountability as indispensable pillars for achieving Agenda 2063: The Africa We Want. Recalling the words of former United Nations Secretary-General Kofi Annan, "If corruption is a disease, integrity and transparency are the essential remedies for the rebirth of our continent," the Chairperson underscored that the fight against corruption is central to Africa's development, peace, security and social justice. The Chairperson @ymahmoudali noted that the 2026 theme, "Scaling up the Promotion of Integrity and Anti-Corruption Actions Across Africa," reflects the African Union's vision of democratic governance founded on shared values. He stressed that continental integration requires trust among Member States, and that such trust can only be sustained through integrity, transparency and robust systems of accountability. H.E. Mr Youssouf commended the African Union Advisory Board Against Corruption (AUABC) for its continued leadership in promoting and implementing the African Union Convention on Preventing and Combating Corruption (AUCPCC). He emphasized, however, that legal and institutional frameworks alone are insufficient and called for a broader cultural transformation that embeds ethics, integrity and accountability across African societies. Reaffirming the African Union Commission's support for Member States, the Chairperson encouraged the adoption and implementation of national integrity and ethics strategies, while calling for stronger multilateral cooperation to accelerate asset recovery and harmonize anti-corruption efforts across the continent. The Chairperson reiterated that combating corruption remains a strategic priority for the African Union. He pledged the Commission's continued support for the work of the AUABC and called upon governments, institutions, civil society, the private sector and citizens to work collectively in promoting integrity and strengthening anti-corruption actions. "The promotion of integrity and the fight against corruption are a shared continental responsibility. By scaling up our collective efforts, we can safeguard Africa's resources, strengthen public trust and accelerate the realization of Agenda 2063 for the benefit of present and future generations," the Chairperson said. Read @ au.int/en/pressreleas…

From policy to implementation. The #IEA2026 will showcase African-led innovations in digital learning, AI, robotics, STEM, TVET and higher education while strengthening partnerships to accelerate the implementation of CESA 2026–2035 and CTVET-34. #DecadeofEducation #Agenda2063

🛡️🤝#PressRelease: @_AfricanUnion Convened South–South Parliamentary Dialogue on Security Sector Oversight 📄 Read more: peaceau.org/en/article/afr… #SecuritySectorReform #SecuritySectorGovernance #SouthSouthCooperation

H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, Chairperson of the African Union AU) Commission, today received Ms. @KateForbes_IFRC, President of the @ifrc. They discussed strengthening AU–IFRC cooperation in advancing #humanitarian action & community resilience across Africa. The Chairperson @ymahmoudali commended Ms. Forbes' longstanding commitment to humanitarian service & welcomed the strong partnership between the AU and IFRC under their Memorandum of Understanding. They also reviewed cooperation on humanitarian response, the AU Disaster Law Initiative, & IFRC's support to the African Humanitarian Agency. Against the backdrop of growing humanitarian challenges driven by conflict, climate change & other disasters, they agreed to strengthen joint advocacy, including coordinated messaging on the protection of disaster-affected populations & humanitarian workers. On the #Ebola outbreak, they underscored the importance of community engagement & risk communication, while commending affected governments, AU Member States & partners for their swift response. The Chairperson underscored the need for sustained international support, alongside increased mobilisation of African public, private sector & philanthropic resources for humanitarian action. Read @ au.int/en/pressreleas…

AU Special Envoy to Madagascar, H.E. Mohamed @AmbMedIdriss, was received yesterday by H.E. President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema of the Republic of #Gabon, together with the UN Special Representative, during a joint AU–UN mission to Libreville. The visit provided an opportunity to draw lessons from Gabon's successful political transition and exchange views on supporting a peaceful, inclusive and successful transition in #Madagascar. Read @ au.int/en/pressreleas…

On the sidelines of the 2026 African Caucus Meeting in Banjul, I held a productive bilateral meeting with H.E. Sering Modou Njie, Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation and Gambians Abroad @GambiaMoFA of the Republic of The Gambia 🇬🇲. Our discussions reaffirmed the shared commitment of the African Union and The Gambia to advancing regional integration, strengthening multilateral cooperation, and supporting the African Commission on Human and Peoples’ Rights (@achpr_cadhp ), hosted by The Gambia, in fulfilling its mandate to promote and protect human rights across the continent. I underscored the importance of continued collaboration in advancing the aspirations of Agenda 2063 and building a more integrated, peaceful, and prosperous Africa. #AfricanCaucusGMB #Agenda2063 #AfricanUnion #TheGambia #RegionalIntegration #Multilateralism #ACHPR #AfricaTogether

Pleased to receive Mr. Walter Parrs, Deputy Chief of Mission at the U.S. 🇺🇸 Mission to the African Union (@US_AU ), at the African Union Headquarters. I extended my congratulations to Mr. Walter Parrs and to the people of the United States on the occasion of the United States' Independence Day, celebrated annually on 4 July, as well as in recognition of the 250th anniversary of the nation's founding. Our discussions focused on recent developments in areas of mutual interest and on opportunities to further strengthen cooperation and partnership between the @_AfricanUnion and the United States. We reaffirmed our shared commitment to advancing peace and security, development and regional integration and prosperity. I look forward to building on this constructive engagement and further deepening our partnership. #AU #US #AUC #USA

Today, Ambassador Mohamed Fathi Edrees, Permanent Observer of the @_AfricanUnion to the @UN, highlighted ongoing structural challenges that hinder development, emphasizing the need for customized and coordinated solutions. He spoke while moderating a panel discussion at the High-Level Political Forum on African countries, least developed countries (#LDCs), landlocked developing countries (#LLDCs), and middle-income countries (#MICs), held on July 8, 2026, at the #UN headquarters, under the chairmanship of Mr. Lok Bahadur Thapa, President of the #ECOSOC . #Agenda2063 #Agenda2030 #TheAfricaWeWant

#HappeningNow: The @AU_ECOSOCC, in partnership with @CambPressAssess, officially opened the AI Capacity-Building Training for Civil Society Organizations in Nairobi, #Kenya 🇰🇪! The two-day training brings together nearly 60 #civilsociety and NGO leaders from 14 African countries to strengthen their understanding of artificial intelligence and its practical application in organizational management, fundraising, project implementation, stakeholder engagement, communications, and reporting. The opening ceremony marked the launch of an intensive training program designed to help civil society organizations responsibly integrate #AI into their work and improve the way they deliver programs and services. Speaking during the opening ceremony, Dr. Raj Chintaram, Project Coordinator, reflected on the journey from the call for applications to participant selection. He noted that the training attracted 1,253 applications from across #Africa, with 1,199 applicants meeting the eligibility requirements. He explained that the review process incorporated AI-assisted ranking to support fairness, consistency, and transparency, while the final cohort was selected through a rigorous, merit-based, gender-balanced process. #Tech #CapacityBuilding #Leadership #Agenda2063

This is your last call. Every African Union Youth Envoy leaves a legacy. As the Africa's Youth Envoy, @ChidoMpemba strengthened collaboration between AU institutions and youth-led organizations, and elevated the priorities of young people on continental and global platforms.

On the occasion of South Sudan's Independence Day, we extend our warmest wishes to the Government and people of the Republic of #SouthSudan. May the nation continue on its path towards lasting peace, unity, stability, and shared prosperity. Happy Independence Day! 🇸🇸 Read @ au.int/en/pressreleas… @ymahmoudali

S.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, Presidente da Comissão da União Africana, @ymahmoudali, reuniu-se com S.E. Prof. Miguel Bembe, Representante Permanente da República de #Angola junto da União Africana. O encontro permitiu trocar pontos de vista sobre os preparativos da Sessão Extraordinária da Assembleia dos Chefes de Estado e de Governo da União Africana sobre o Reforço dos Mecanismos de Prevenção e Resolução de Conflitos em África, que terá lugar em Luanda, nos dias 29 e 30 de agosto de 2026, bem como sobre outras questões de interesse continental. @ au.int/pt/pressreleas…

H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, Chairperson of the African Union Commission, @ymahmoudali, met with H.E. Prof. Miguel Bembe, Permanent Representative of the Republic of #Angola to the African Union. They exchanged views on preparations for the Extraordinary Session of the AU Assembly on Strengthening Conflict Prevention and Resolution Mechanisms in Africa, to be held in Luanda on 29–30 August 2026, as well as on other issues of continental interest. Read @ au.int/en/pressreleas…

Chairman of #Sudan's Transitional Sovereign Council, H.E. Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, on Wednesday received the African Union (AU) Commission Chairperson's Special Representative for #Sudan, Ambassador Mohamed Belaiche, in Khartoum to discuss the political & security situation, AU-led mediation efforts, & the reopening of the AU Liaison Office. Amb Belaiche conveyed the AU Commission Chairperson's commitment to continued engagement with all Sudanese stakeholders in support of an inclusive, Sudanese-owned process to restore constitutional governance & advance lasting peace & stability. Sudan's Minister of Foreign Affairs, H.E. Mohieddine Salem, also attended the meeting. Read @ au.int/en/pressreleas…

The AU Commission, through @AU_DARBE, in partnership with @ACBF_Official and with the support of the Azerbaijan International Development Agency, is convening a one-day High-Level Training Workshop on the African Carbon Market for Ambassadors and Diplomats accredited to the AU.