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Community-Led HIV Care Gives Malawi a Blueprint for Ending Mother-to-Child Transmission https://t.co/iodi9seDLb via @allafrica
Statement by the Chairperson of the African Union Commission on the Passing of Ambassador Konjit Sinegiorgis of #Ethiopia.
The Chairperson of the African Union Commission, H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, has received with profound sorrow the news of the passing of Ambassador Konjit Sinegiorgis, a distinguished diplomat, a pioneering figure in Ethiopia’s foreign service, and a steadfast Pan-Africanist who dedicated her life to the service of her country and the continent.
Ambassador Konjit Sinegiorgis built an exemplary career that spanned several decades. As one of Ethiopia’s earliest female ambassadors, she helped pave the way for generations of African women in diplomacy. Her service reflected her unwavering commitment to advancing Africa's interests and strengthening international cooperation, where she played a vital role in promoting the continent’s collective priorities. The Chairperson noted, “Ambassador Konjit Sinegiorgis embodied the highest ideals of African diplomacy, marked by integrity, excellence, and an unyielding commitment to our shared future.” He further emphasised that “her legacy will continue to inspire generations of African diplomats, particularly women, to serve with courage, distinction, and purpose.”
On behalf of the African Union Commission, the Chairperson @ymahmoudali extends his deepest condolences to the family of Ambassador Konjit Sinegiorgis, to the Government and people of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia, and to all Africans who mourn this great loss.
May her soul rest in eternal peace.
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@MFAEthiopia@PMEthiopia@AbiyAhmedAli
We are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Ambassador Konjit Sene Georgis, a distinguished and veteran diplomat. On behalf of the U.S. Embassy in Addis Ababa, we extend our condolences to her family, friends, and all Ethiopians. Ambassador Konjit was a prominent woman in the diplomatic world, representing Ethiopia with exceptional dedication. Her legacy will continue to inspire. Ambassador Konjit's career included significant time in the United States. She served at the Ethiopian Permanent Mission to the United Nations in New York and was a recipient of the prestigious Carnegie Fellowship at Columbia University in New York in 1963, where she deepened her expertise and built lasting connections between our two nations. #US_Ethiopia
On the occasion of Adwa Day, H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, Chairperson of the African Union Commission, commemorates the historic victory at the Battle of #Adwa of 2 March 1896.
“Adwa was a defining affirmation of African sovereignty, dignity, and unity,” the Chairperson @ymahmoudali stated. “It sent a powerful message that Africa would determine its own destiny.”
He emphasized that the spirit of Adwa continues to inspire the continent’s aspirations under Agenda 2063. “As we confront today’s challenges, we must remain united. Africa’s strength lies in its solidarity.”
The African Union Commission reaffirms its commitment to peace, integration, and shared prosperity across the continent.
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At the #PEPFAR Youth Special Session, I announced that PEPFAR is committing $20 million for a Youth Initiative to address HIV among youth.
Thanks to all those who participated in the Youth Special Session!
.@UNAIDS released an HIV/AIDS response sustainability primer with a new approach to help countries plan/implement sustainable
HIV/AIDS responses. To achieve/maintain our shared 2030 goal, we need political, programmatic & financial sustainability. ➡️https://t.co/KQmj544bHB
Health is a foreign policy imperative and the U.S. remains committed to strengthening #GlobalHealthSecurity. In this clip, @SecBlinken explains why @StateDept worked with Congress to create the Bureau of Global Health Security and Diplomacy.
.@Pandemic_Fund announces 2nd round of funding w/$500M envelope to help low/middle-income countries prepare for future pandemics. As the world continues to face multiple crises, #PandemicFund grants are increasingly critical to #GlobalHealthSecurity.
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The Deputy Prime Minister, Thulisile Dladla paid a visit to the PSI stall today as the country commemorates #WorldAIDSDay2023 at Gilgal Inkhundla under the theme "Let Communities Lead."
Great #WAD2023 event @StateDept with @DepSecStateMR, acting PEPFAR Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary Becky Bunnell, former U.S. AIDS Czar Sandy Thurman, (ret) Ambassador Jimmy Kolker and PEPFAR supply chain expert Adenike Adelanwa discussing the early days of the HIV/AIDS pandemic, U.S. global leadership in the response, partnership with PEPFAR-supported countries and ending HIV/AIDS as a public health threat by 2030.
As #WAD2023 approaches, I'm reminded of the 25 million lives that have been saved because of @PEPFAR. It's one of the many reasons I'm #ProudOfPEPFAR. Why are you #ProudOfPEPFAR?
Great to have joined this important meeting. I emphasized on the three urgent actions needed to protect children from pneumonia: 1- strengthening the role of community health workers, 2- widening access to pneumonia fighting vaccines and 3- scaling up oxygen supply for children.
Ending the HIV/AIDS as a public health threat advances #SDG3 and other #SDGs, like 4, 5 and 10. At the @UNAIDS High-level Event Celebrating HIV Progress to End AIDS and Advance the SDGs, @Winnie_Byanyima reminded us that there are 9 million people who are not on HIV treatment. This is a threat to health, development and security. We've made remarkable progress in ending HIV/AIDS as a public health threat, but we have more work to do. Working with our partners, through @PEPFAR, we can achieve our shared goal to end the HIV/AIDS pandemic by 2030.
CDC is tracking a new lineage of the virus that causes COVID-19. This lineage is named BA.2.86, and has been detected in the United States, Denmark and Israel. CDC is gathering more information and will share more about this lineage as we learn it.