In July 1962 in #DarEsSalaam#Tanzania, African women assembled to mobilise efforts to end colonialism, leading to the creation of the Pan African Women Organization a year before formation of the OAU & #AfricanWomensDay was proclaimed on 31st July 1962 #OurAfricaOurFuture
Speech by H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, Chairperson of the African Union Commission, @ymahmoudali at the Opening Ceremony of the 49th Ordinary Session of the AU Executive Council.
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8th #MYCM
Opening Remarks by H.E. Dr. Gedion Timothewos, @GHessebon, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Federal Democratic Republic of #Ethiopia at the 49th Ordinary Session of the Executive Council
@MFAEthiopia 8th #MYCM
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At the Extraordinary Session of the @AfricanUnion Assembly on Africa's Health in Accra, #Ghana, hosted by H.E. @JDMahama , President of the Republic of Ghana, & chaired by H.E. @GeneralNeva , President of the Republic of Burundi & Chairperson of the African Union (AU), the Chairperson of the AU Commission, H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, @ymahmoudali, called for a decisive shift from commitments to implementation in advancing Africa's #health agenda.
In his keynote address, he underscored that the AU Roadmap to 2030 & Beyond is Africa's implementation compact, designed to end AIDS, eliminate preventable maternal & child deaths, combat communicable & non-communicable diseases, strengthen resilient health systems, & advance Universal Health Coverage.
Emphasising that Africa's health sovereignty depends on stronger domestic financing, local manufacturing of #medicines & #vaccines, robust regulatory systems, research & innovation, & sustained political leadership, he urged Member States to translate the Accra Declaration & national pledges into measurable action.
"Future generations will remember this Summit not for our speeches, but for whether we changed the trajectory of health in Africa."
The Extraordinary Session brings together African leaders & key partners to advance collective action towards ending AIDS & tuberculosis, improving maternal & child health, strengthening resilient health systems, & accelerating Universal Health Coverage across the continent.
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During bilateral talks on the sidelines of the AU Extraordinary Summit in Accra, I reiterated Ghanaâs call for the African Union to formally address the escalating xenophobic attacks on foreign nationals in South Africa. I am pleased that AU Commission Chairman Mahmoud Ali Youssouf has acknowledged the urgent need to table this matter for discussion at the next AU Summit.
In my meeting with a special envoy dispatched by President Cyril Ramaphosa to meet with me in Accra earlier in the week, I made Ghanaâs position clear to the envoy. We do not harbour ill will toward South Africa. However, we remain deeply concerned about the attacks and the significant capital losses suffered by people from various countries on the continent.
This undermines the very spirit of African solidarity and our collective efforts toward continental integration.
Sweeping this matter under the carpet will not resolve its root causes. That is why Ghana officially wrote to the AU Commission requesting that this issue be placed on the agenda for the next summit.
Placing this on the AU agenda gives South Africa a formal, constructive platform to share its perspective, and together, as a continent, work toward a lasting solution.
Let us remember that our strength as a continent lies in our unity. Ghana remains committed to working with all AU member states to find lasting solutions that protect the dignity, safety, and investments of every African, everywhere on our continent.
KEY DECISIONS OF THE 69TH ECOWAS SUMMIT OF HEADS OF STATE AND GOVERNMENT, HELD ON 19 JULY 2026 IN FREETOWN, SIERRA LEONE
H.E. BASSIROU DIOMAYE FAYE, PRESIDENT OF THE REPUBLIC OF SENEGAL, HAS ASSUMED THE CHAIRMANSHIP OF THE ECOWAS AUTHORITY OF HEADS OF STATE AND GOVERNMENT.
GENERAL BIRAME DIOP, FORMER MINISTER OF DEFENCE OF SENEGAL, FORMER CHIEF OF THE GENERAL STAFF OF THE SENEGALESE ARMED FORCES, AND FORMER ADVISER TO THE UNITED NATIONS SECRETARY-GENERAL, HAS BEEN APPOINTED PRESIDENT OF THE ECOWAS COMMISSION. HE WILL ASSUME OFFICE ON 1 SEPTEMBER 2026 AT THE ECOWAS COMMISSION HEADQUARTERS IN ABUJA, NIGERIA.
Africaâs next AU Youth Envoy will represent 1.4 billion people on a continent where 60% are under 25.
This is a chance to shape dialogue, influence policy and keep Africaâs youth at the heart of AU work from climate & free movement to digital transformation & economic integration.
Hear from young Africans first. Then apply.
https://t.co/0CQ8K5m0fr
Deadline: 9 July
The Call for Applications for the next #AUYouthEnvoy is officially OPEN!
Do you have the vision, passion, and leadership to represent over 400 million young Africans and help shape the future of the continent?
Here is your chance https://t.co/5XYlsRFrui
#AfricaYouthLead
Women played a vital role in the drafting and adoption of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights.
On Wednesdayâs #WomenInDiplomacy Day, discover some of their stories and join us in honouring their legacy in advancing human rights and gender equality: https://t.co/O1XYGW6QlA
Democratic Republic of Congo's Senate has adopted a bill to change the constitution which could open the door to a third term in office for President Felix Tshisekedi, days after a protest against the bill turned violent in the capital Kinshasa. https://t.co/e1N6fqeM7G
The Chairperson of the African Union (AU) Commission, H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, joined AU leaders, international partners, UN agencies, & regional organisations at the AU High Level Meeting on the #Ebola outbreak, convened & chaired by H.E. Evariste Ndayishimiye, President of the Republic of Burundi and Chairperson of the African Union.
The Summit served as a platform to mobilise urgent political commitment, financial resources, & operational support to strengthen Africaâs collective response to the outbreak & reinforce continental health security.
In his keynote address, Chairperson Youssouf @ymahmoudali underscored the importance of enhancing national & regional response plans, strengthening cross-border coordination, & scaling up preparedness, surveillance, & containment measures.
He called for sustained solidarity & collective action among Member States & partners to prevent further transmission of the disease & invest in resilient health systems across the continent.
The Chairperson expressed his condolences to the families & communities that have lost loved ones to the outbreak. He also commended the affected Member States, frontline health workers, & emergency response teams for their dedication, professionalism, and swift efforts to contain the spread of the disease.
Chairperson Youssouf further conveyed his appreciation to AU Member States, development partners, & humanitarian organisations for their solidarity & support, including financial contributions, & other assistance provided to the affected countries.
He reaffirmed the AUs commitment to working closely with all stakeholders to strengthen resilience, advance coordinated public health responses, & ensure that no Member State is left behind in addressing this shared challenge.
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@GeneralNeva@NtareHouse@MAEBurundi@willynyamitwe@AfricaCDC
It was great joining Njideka Akunyili Crosby â a gifted Nigerian-born, Los Angeles-based artist â to unveil our first portrait together. This piece reflects so many chapters of Michelle and my story, and weâre thrilled that it will be on display in the Hope and Change lobby at the Obama Presidential Center starting this Juneteenth.
As we enter #1448 wishing everyone a blessed Islamic new year. May it bring us peace, growth, and abundant blessings. Kullu am wa antum bi-khair! đ #Muharram