🚀 Calling young innovators & women entrepreneurs across Africa!
The UNITAR TICAD9 Programme is your chance to build skills, get mentorship, and connect with partners from Japan and Africa. Turn your ideas into action.
Register today! 👇
https://t.co/0DUkhgJTMV
Only 15–18% of Africa’s merchandise trade takes place within the continent, despite the immense opportunity the AfCFTA presents.
Remarkably, women drive nearly 70% of this intra-African trade.
The inaugural #HerAfCFTA Regional Conference in Abuja brought together policymakers, the private sector, and the @UN to identify practical pathways for expanding intra-African trade while strengthening women’s leadership and participation in unlocking the full potential of the AfCFTA.
Proud that Nigeria convened this important continental dialogue.
Thank you, @AhunnaEziakonwa, and congratulations to Hon. @Joduwole, @fmitiofficial, @hm_womenaffairs, and H.E. @MeneWamkele for advancing Africa’s trade and development agenda.
The world's challenges are too complex to address without the leadership, expertise and perspectives of women.
On #WomenInDiplomacy Day, I celebrate and salute my sisters in diplomacy, who are shaping more inclusive, peaceful and sustainable futures for generations to come.
Registration is now open for the AfCFTA Digital Trade Forum 2026.
Join policymakers, businesses, innovators and digital trade stakeholders in Lagos as we explore how digital solutions can support the implementation of the AfCFTA and advance a connected African market.
1–2 July 2026
Lagos, Nigeria
https://t.co/KgThIabl1L
#ADTF26 #AfCFTA #DigitalTrade #CreatingOneAfricanMarket
𝟐𝟓 𝐝𝐚𝐲𝐬 𝐥𝐞𝐟𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐲. The African Union Youth SRH Ambassadors Initiative, an initiative of the 𝐀𝐟𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐧 𝐃𝐞𝐦𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐩𝐡𝐢𝐜 𝐃𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐝 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐒𝐞𝐱𝐮𝐚𝐥 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐑𝐞𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦𝐦𝐞, is now open for applications.
If you are a young African aged 18–35 with a commitment to SRH advocacy, a strong digital presence, and the drive to mobilise peers and communities, this platform is for you.
𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐜𝐥𝐨𝐬𝐞 𝟏𝟕 𝐉𝐮𝐥𝐲 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔.
🔗 https://t.co/jVixYf1VWE
For more information: https://t.co/Z4ur3gdKX1
#EnergizeAfrica #A2DSRH #AfricanYouth #YouthLeadership #Agenda2063
Some of the most transformative development solutions begin as ideas, nurtured by vision, enabled by innovation, and scaled through partnership.
Great connecting with @toyosirise to discuss the potential of Nigeria’s innovation ecosystem, particularly the opportunities emerging from AI and other frontier technologies to accelerate sustainable development, expand opportunities for young people, and drive more inclusive growth.
Our conversation highlighted the need to connect talent, technology, policy, and investment to ensure innovation delivers both economic value and tangible impact for people and communities.
@UNDPNigeria looks forward to exploring areas of collaboration in support of @NigeriaGov’s development aspirations.
A New Chapter Begins
Africa's next Youth Envoy could be among the millions of young leaders, innovators, entrepreneurs, activists, and changemakers shaping communities across the continent and the diaspora today.
The African Union will soon launch the call for applications for the next AU Youth Envoy.But before the next chapter begins, we want to hear from you.
1. What issues should the Office champion on behalf of Africa's youth?
https://t.co/UXkknjHqws can the Office better serve young people across the continent and the diaspora?
Your ideas, experiences, and aspirations matter, share your thoughts in the comments using #AUYouthEnvoy
Stay informed. Stay engaged. Stay ready.
Stay tuned.
Are you part of a youth-focused organization?
Here's your chance to shape global health policies.
The WHO Youth Council amplifies youth voices and strengthens youth contributions to health systems. Apply now to be a part of the 3rd term of the Council, running from 2026 to 2028.
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Message of the AU Commission Chairperson on the Occasion of the Hijri New Year 1448 AH.
As Muslims across Africa and around the world mark the beginning of the Hijri New Year 1448 AH, the Chairperson of the African Union (AU) Commission extends his greetings and best wishes for peace, good health, and prosperity.
The Hijra stands as a timeless reminder of faith, compassion, and the pursuit of justice; values that continue to inspire our collective efforts towards peace, unity, and human dignity, said the Chairperson.
May this new year bring renewed hope, harmony, and progress to our communities, our continent, and the world.
@ymahmoudali
Read @ https://t.co/wSyVkR3Tkk
🎉Congratulations @ahunnaeziakonwa on your appointment as @UN Special Adviser on Africa
Your leadership over 8 years helped elevate Africa’s voice, unlock partnerships & inspire a generation to think bigger. Your impact will endure far beyond this chapter
https://t.co/kiD0qqb2Aj
Despite important progress, 138 million children remain in child labour worldwide, including nearly 54 million in hazardous work.
Every child deserves to learn, play, grow and live a life free from violence.
Let’s recommit to #EndChildLabour in all its forms.
Don't seek advice from people who just echo your desires; instead, listen to those who have the COURAGE to tell you the HARD TRUTHS you actually need to hear.
#mondaymotivation
A Gift of Peace
Ten years on, Muhammad Ali still speaks—through a painting of the United Nations headquarters he once created.
Everyday, as I pass by it, I am reminded that peace is forged by those who refuse to accept violence as the final word.
Read my op-ed on @AJEnglish: https://t.co/jYmAFqFiBx
🌙✨ Eid Mubarak! ✨🌙 🤍🐑
تَقَبَّلَ اللهُ مِنَّا وَمِنْكُمْ
Taqabbalallāhu minnā wa minkum.
May Allah accept from us and from you.
#eidmubarak#eidcollection#EidAlAdha
Great meeting with HE Tariq
Al Gurg, CEO @DubaiCares. l thanked him for his steadfast commitment to advancing on SDG 4, particularly in crisis contexts.
We must transform our learning systems to the new realities to ensure future generations are equipped to fulfill their full potential.
A resounding congratulations to His Excellency, @atiku Abubakar on this powerful stride forward under the African Democratic Congress(ADC) banner.
At this defining moment in our national journey, Nigeria cannot afford political experiments or leadership on-the-job training.
stagnation and toward measurable prosperity, inclusion, and strength.
Congratulations, Your Excellency. The task ahead is immense, but the vision is clear!
Our deep economic distress and escalating security challenges require a leader who already understands the complex levers of statecraft and economic stabilization.
Through the #AAConnect movement, we stand firmly behind a vision that shifts Nigeria away from