Susan Steffen

DG Pan-African Affairs, Global Affairs Canada

[Development Canada @CanadaDev]

Sec. of State Randeep Sarai wrapped visits to UK & #Nigeria, including the Global Partnerships Conference. He announced investments in humanitarian & development initiatives in Nigeria & West Africa, advancing gender equality & inclusive economic growth. https://t.co/TvmP4PtxMi

[Development Canada @CanadaDev]

During his visit to #Nigeria, Secretary of State Randeep Sarai visited the Centre for Women in Governance and Decision Making and the Nigerian Women Hall of Fame—highlighting women’s leadership, youth inclusion and shared Canada–Nigeria values for inclusive development.

[Anita Anand @AnitaAnandMP]

Today, I met with @MeneWamkele, Secretary-General of the African Continental Free Trade Area, to discuss how Canada can support the implementation of the world’s largest free trade area on the African continent. This will advance inclusive growth and create new opportunities for Canadian businesses to trade and invest across Africa.

[Anita Anand @AnitaAnandMP]

Canada is gravely concerned by the escalating crisis in Sudan. Starvation is being used as a weapon, civilians are being targeted, and women and girls face widespread violence. Today, we’re announcing over $120 million to deliver urgent, life-saving support to those affected. Humanitarian aid must reach those in need—safely and without obstruction. Canada calls for an immediate ceasefire and a path to lasting peace.

[Christine Lagarde @Lagarde]

. @MarkJCarney was once a rock star central bank governor.

In his current role as 🇨🇦 Prime Minister, he is working to reinvent multilateralism.

I was delighted to write a piece for
@TIME reflecting on why he is one of the world's most influential people https://t.co/WJ3QuSTDjI

[AECF - Powering Africa's Growth through SMEs @AECFAfrica]

Call for applications for ETCF now open!

We are inviting enterprises to apply for funding under the Energy Transition Challenge Fund (ETCF).

If your business is driving access to clean energy for households, businesses, and institutions in Nigeria, this is your chance to scale your impact.

Apply now and join us in powering inclusive growth through clean energy.

Learn more and apply on our website: https://t.co/Pp92MoYxye

[Randeep S. Sarai @randeepssarai]

Réunion productive avec le président du @AfDB_Group, Dr Sidi Ould Tah. Le Canada voit la Banque comme
partenaire clé pour avancer notre stratégie pour l’Afrique, axée sur le développement durable, la diversification du commerce et la croissance industrielle sur le continent.

[Foreign Policy CAN @CanadaFP]

Global Affairs Canada works every day to shape a more peaceful, prosperous, and sustainable world for Canadians. 🇨🇦🤝🌎

[Foreign Policy CAN @CanadaFP]

Minister Anand spoke yesterday with @shegunbakari. They discussed opportunities to grow bilateral economic ties between Canada and Benin, enhance multilateral cooperation on economic priorities and regional security, and strengthen the relationship between the two countries.

[Intra-African Trade Fair IATF @iatf2027]

Lagos! The #IATF2025 Roadshow is coming June 30th

Get Africa’s biggest trade fair insights, power packed panels & connections that fuel growth.

Building across Africa? Start here.
Register now: https://t.co/EfjnLjqXt6

#IATF2025 #NigeriaRoadshow #IntraAfricanTrade

[Mark Carney @MarkJCarney]

J’ai rencontré le président @CyrilRamaphosa avant le @G7 de demain.

Comme présidents du G7 et du G20, le Canada et l’Afrique du Sud ont des défis et des occasions similaires. Le système fondé sur des règles étant menacé, la coopération internationale importe plus que jamais.

[Mark Carney @MarkJCarney]

I met with President @CyrilRamaphosa ahead of the @G7 tomorrow. 

As G7 and G20 presidents, Canada and South Africa are leading in the face of similar challenges and opportunities. With the rules-based system under threat, international cooperation is more important than ever.

[Brookings Global @BrookingsGlobal]

From fashion to music, Africa’s creative industries are rapidly expanding their global reach and presenting a significant opportunity for economic growth on the continent, @landrysigne argues in @ProSyn. https://t.co/9kJiG1ZSLQ

[Rob Oliphant @Rob_Oliphant]

One of the pillars of Canada's Africa Strategy, which I’m proud to have launched in March, is the African Trade Hub.

Today, I joined Minister @MSidhuLiberal and African Heads of Mission to introduce the Trade Hub and discuss our shared economic priorities.

[African Union @_AfricanUnion]

Le Président de la Commission de l’Union africaine engage un dialogue avec les représentants des États membres sahéliens sur la transition politique.

Le Président de la Commission de l’Union africaine, S.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, a tenu ce matin des consultations avec les Ambassadeurs du Burkina Faso, du Mali et du Niger accrédités auprès de l’Union africaine.

Cette rencontre fut une occasion d’échanger sur la situation politique dans leurs pays respectifs et d’explorer des pistes de réengagement en vue du rétablissement de l’ordre constitutionnel, conformément aux normes de l’Union africaine et aux engagements communs.

Dans le cadre des efforts continus de la Commission pour promouvoir le dialogue et soutenir des solutions pacifiques, le Président a transmis des lettres aux Ministres des Affaires étrangères des trois pays, les invitant à Addis-Abeba pour de nouvelles consultations. Ces discussions visent à définir une feuille de route consensuelle et assortie d’un calendrier pour un retour à la gouvernance constitutionnelle.

L’Union africaine reste engagée à travailler avec tous les États membres dans un esprit de solidarité, de coopération et de respect des principes stipulés dans l’Acte constitutif de l’Union africaine.

Lire @ https://t.co/Cnc25KVo1s

[African Union @_AfricanUnion]

African Union Commission Chairperson Engages with Representatives of Sahelian Member States on Political Transition

Addis Ababa – The Chairperson of the African Union Commission, H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, this morning held consultations with the Ambassadors of #Burkina_Faso , #Mali, and #Niger accredited to the @_AfricanUnion.

The meeting provided an opportunity to exchange views on the political situation in their respective countries and explore avenues for renewed engagement towards the restoration of constitutional order, in line with AU norms and shared commitments.

As part of the Commission’s continued efforts to encourage dialogue and support peaceful solutions, the Chairperson conveyed letters to the respective Ministers of Foreign Affairs of the three countries, inviting them to Addis Ababa for further consultations. These discussions aim to identify a consensual and time-bound roadmap for a return to constitutional governance.

The African Union remains committed to working with all Member States in the spirit of solidarity, cooperation, and respect for the principles enshrined in the AU Constitutive Act.

Read @ https://t.co/evb77vnLTr

[Prime Minister of Canada @CanadianPM]

In this new, fast-evolving world, Canada is committed to building new relationships with the United States and like-minded countries that believe in international co-operation and the free and open exchange of goods, services, and ideas. https://t.co/x5HGK3JVqX #ThroneSpeech

[Prime Minister of Canada @CanadianPM]

To build a united Canada, the government will advance reconciliation, restore balance to the immigration system, and protect our cultures, identity, nature, and the rights and freedoms of all Canadians. https://t.co/9Q8gsIlaXl #ThroneSpeech

[Prime Minister of Canada @CanadianPM]

Guided by a new fiscal discipline to spend less, the government will balance its operating budget and catalyse new investments to create better jobs and higher incomes for Canadians. https://t.co/60WgPORodq #ThroneSpeech

[Prime Minister of Canada @CanadianPM]

By removing barriers and catalysing projects of national significance, the government will build one united Canadian economy and unleash a new era of growth to make Canada’s economy the strongest in the G7. https://t.co/HYIXz9t74N #ThroneSpeech