Statement of the Chairperson of the African Union Commission.
The Chairperson of the African Union Commission, H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, expresses his profound solidarity with the Government and the people of the Bolivarian Republic of #Venezuela following the powerful earthquakes that struck the country.
The Chairperson @ymahmoudali extends his sincere condolences to the families of the victims and wishes a swift and full recovery to those who were injured. He also pays tribute to the courage and dedication of the emergency responders and all personnel working tirelessly to assist the affected communities.
In these difficult circumstances, the Chairperson reaffirms the solidarity of the African Union with the Government and the people of Venezuela. He expresses the hope that the ongoing relief, recovery and reconstruction efforts will enable the affected communities to overcome this tragedy as quickly as possible.
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The Chairperson of the African Union (AU) Commission, H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, this morning participated in the closing session of the 52nd Ordinary Session of the Permanent Representatives' Committee (#PRC).
In his keynote address, the Chairperson @ymahmoudali expressed his deep appreciation to the Permanent Representatives for the diligence, dedication & constructive spirit that characterised their deliberations, which resulted in significant progress on key matters before the Committee.
He also commended the Chair of the PRC, Amb. @willynyamitwe, for his able leadership & stewardship in guiding the Committee's work.
The Chairperson briefed the PRC on his recent consultations with the heads of the Regional Economic Communities (#RECs) & Regional Mechanisms (#RMs), underscoring the importance of strengthened coordination & enhanced complementarity in advancing Africa's integration, peace, security & development agenda.
On peace & security, Chairperson Youssouf acknowledged that the continent continues to face complex & evolving challenges. He nevertheless expressed confidence in the AU's collective capacity to address these challenges, noting the sustained commitment & political will demonstrated by Member States in support of African-led solutions to African challenges.
The Chairperson also updated the Committee on the recent virtual High-Level Summit on the Ebola outbreak, chaired by H.E. President Évariste Ndayishimiye of the Republic of #Burundi in his capacity as AU Champion. He noted that the Summit successfully mobilised political support & resources to strengthen the continental response.
He expressed gratitude to AU Member States for their solidarity & generous contributions to the affected countries, while commending the Government of the Democratic Republic of the Congo for its continued commitment & mobilisation of national resources to contain the outbreak.
Addressing global developments, the Chairperson observed that the disruption of maritime navigation through the Strait of Hormuz has had significant economic repercussions for African economies, particularly through its impact on global energy markets and supply chains. He expressed hope that the recently announced ceasefire agreement between the United States & Iran would contribute to easing regional tensions and restoring stability.
In his concluding, the Chairperson thanked the Permanent Representatives for the seriousness & commitment with which they continue to discharge their responsibilities. He encouraged them to sustain their efforts in advancing the Union's institutional reform agenda, including measures aimed at strengthening the AU's financial sustainability & enhancing the effectiveness of the Commission in delivering on its mandate.
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#Tunisia: Les défaites passent. Les leçons demeurent. Cette #FIFAWorldCup n’a pas souri à la Tunisie, mais elle n’efface ni son histoire, ni son talent, ni son potentiel. Courage aux Aigles de Carthage. Les jours difficiles forgent souvent les plus belles renaissances. L’Afrique reste fière de vous.
As the @_AfricanUnion SE 4 #CAAC, I am committed to concrete action to prevent grave violations against children, protect their rights, strengthen accountability, & ensure every child affected by conflict can live, learn & thrive in peace
Join me in that journey
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#FifaWorldCup: Je l'avais dit, les grandes équipes répondent présentes lorsque l’histoire les appelle. Les #Éléphants l’ont encore démontré avec une victoire pleine de maîtrise, de caractère et d’ambition. Félicitations à la #CotedIvoire pour cette qualification historique et pour la fierté qu’elle apporte à toute l’Afrique.
Deeply saddened by the news of the devastating major earthquakes in #Venezuela.
On behalf of the African Union and the people of #Burundi, I extend our heartfelt condolences to the Government and people of Venezuela, especially to the families who have lost loved ones.
My prayers are with the victims and their families, and I pray for a swift recovery for the injured and the safe return of those who are lost.
I send my encouragement to the brave rescue teams working tirelessly on the ground; may they be granted strength and safety in their vital mission.
We stand firmly in solidarity with all those affected during this difficult time. God will provide.
Through H.E. Eddy José Córdova Córcega, Ambassador of the Bolivarian Republic of #Venezuela to Ethiopia and the African Union, I extend my deepest condolences to the people of Venezuela following the devastating earthquake. My thoughts and prayers are with the victims, their families, and all those affected by this tragedy. We stand in solidarity with Venezuela during this difficult time.
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With #Egypt leading Group G and several African nations still firmly in the race for qualification, the continent continues to prove its place among the world’s best. The group stage is only one chapter. The real story is still being written. #FIFAWorldCup
65' a very important goal for Bafana Bafana which places South Africa second on the standings, Mexico top of the group
#BafanaPride#BafanaBafana#FIFAWorldCup
#SouthAfrica showed that heart, resilience, and belief can move mountains. With a perfect defensive display and a place in the next round secured for the first time ever, history has been written.
#BafanaBafana#FifaWorldCup#B4Africa
History made! The Our #SouthAfrica#BafanaBafana stand tall on the world stage, defeating #SouthKorea 1-0 with heart, discipline, and an unforgettable defensive masterclass. Maseko’s decisive strike will live long in South African football history. Congratulations to the entire team on a victory for the ages!
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#B4Africa
*🎉 HISTORY MADE! BAFANA BAFANA ARE THROUGH TO THE FIFA WORLD CUP ROUND OF 32! 🇿🇦⚽*
A memorable night for South African football as Bafana Bafana secure a place in the knockout stages of the FIFA World Cup for the first time.
The team has shown courage, determination and belief, making the nation proud on the world stage. 💚💛
South Africa stands united in celebration. Congratulations, Bafana Bafana — the journey continues!
#BafanaPride #HistoryMade #RoadToTheRoundOf32 #FIFAWorldCup2026 #OneNationOneTeam
#FifaWorldCup: #Morocco 4-2 #Haiti.
Quel match, quelle victoire ! Du talent. De l’art. De l’audace. Les Lions de l’Atlas ont offert un véritable spectacle et confirmé, une fois de plus, qu’ils comptent parmi les grandes nations du football mondial.
Quatre buts, du caractère et une qualification brillamment acquise. Félicitations au #Maroc pour cette magnifique démonstration !
#AtlasLions
Burundian President Évariste Ndayishimiye, speaking on behalf of the African Union and the Republic of Burundi, has extended warm fraternal congratulations to Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed and the Prosperity Party following their victory in the Ethiopian parliamentary elections.