This Monday, H.E. President Emmerson Dambudzo Mnangagwa received a courtesy call from Dr. Donald Kaberuka, the African Union (AU) High Representative for Financing the Union and the Peace Fund, who is currently conducting consultations with key stakeholders across the continent on progress in strengthening the African Union's financial sustainability.
During the discussions, H.E. President Mnangagwa commended Dr. Kaberuka for his tireless efforts to advance initiatives to restore the African Union’s financial autonomy and reduce dependence on external funding.
The President reaffirmed Zimbabwe’s support for ongoing institutional reforms designed to strengthen the AU’s capacity to sustainably finance its programmes, peace and security operations, and development agenda, and emphasized that a financially self-reliant African Union is critical to advancing the continent’s aspirations for greater unity, resilience, and ownership of its development priorities.
The meeting also underscored the importance of collective commitment by Member States in ensuring the successful implementation of mechanisms that promote long-term financial sustainability for the Union.
H.E Amb. Selma Malika Haddadi received on 16 June 2026, on behalf of H.E Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, Chairperson of the African Union Commission; H.E. Jakaya Kikwete, former President of the United Republic of #Tanzania and High Representative of the Chairperson of the African Union Commission for the Horn of Africa and the Red Sea.
A discussion on a wide array of issues was held on H.E Kikwete’s mandate, lauding his critical role in the AU’s efforts to silence the guns and promote Peace and political stability in the country.
Former President Jakaya Kikwete stressed that his endeavour in South Sudan is comprehensive with the view to addressing the challenges posed to the youngest African Nation.
H.E. the Deputy Chairperson @DCP_Haddadi emphasized the crucial role of the AU through the Office of the High Representative to support the transition process in South Sudan including preparations towards the conduct of elections, the drafting of a new constitution, the unification of forces and transitional justice. H.E the DCP wished him a successful mission ahead.
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The Chairperson of the African Union (AU) Commission, H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, welcomes the peace agreement between the United States of America and the Islamic Republic of Iran that was announced today by both the parties and the mediation team.
The Chairperson @ymahmoudali encourages all parties to remain committed to the full implementation of the agreement and to continue advancing efforts that promote lasting peace, stability, and cooperation in the Middle East and beyond.
I warmly congratulate the US & Iran for having reached a peace deal that provides for an immediate & permanent ceasefire, the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, as well as a framework for further negotiations. This represents a critical step towards the peaceful settlement of the conflict.
My deep appreciation goes to Pakistan, Qatar, Egypt, Saudi Arabia, Türkiye, and other regional countries, for the constructive role played in supporting the negotiations that led to the peace deal.
Following intensive talks, we are pleased to announce that the Peace Deal between the United States of America and Islamic Republic of Iran has been REACHED. Both sides have declared the immediate and permanent termination of military operations on all fronts, including in Lebanon.
The official signing ceremony will be on Friday, 19 June in Switzerland.
We would like to thank the United States of America and the Islamic Republic of Iran for their commitment to finding a diplomatic solution to the conflict. We would also like to extend our sincere appreciation to our brothers in this mediation effort, the great leadership of State of Qatar, for their support in reaching this agreement. I would also especially thank the visionary leadership of Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and Republic of Türkiye for their immense contributions in this regard.
With the agreement now in place, mediators will facilitate a series of meetings this week. These pre-implementation discussions will lay the foundation for the technical talks and the official signing ceremony.
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La nouvelle du décès de mon ancien collègue angolais Manuel Agusto me fait énormément de la peine. Nous nous étions vus la dernière fois à l’UA en février 2025. M.A était un diplomate engagé pour l’Afrique. Très sincères condoléances à la famille et à l’Angola.@angola_Mirex
Un jour sombre pour la diplomatie angolaise. Je perds un maître, un chef, un mentor et une grande figure de l'État. Un immense merci pour sa confiance et pour le privilège d’avoir servi à ses côtés au Ministère des Relations Extérieures. Repose en paix, MA.
Congratulations to #Zimbabwe on its election as the African Group's Non-Permanent Member of the United Nations Security Council (hashtag#UNSC) for the 2027–2028 term.
Zimbabwe will join fellow African members #Somalia (2025–2026), the Democratic Republic of the Congo #DRC (2026–2027), and #Liberia (2026–2027) in representing the continent's interests at one of the world's most important peace and security decision-making bodies.
As Africa strengthens its presence on the Council, the continent remains united behind the #EzulwiniConsensus and the #SirteDeclaration the African Union's longstanding common position calling for a reformed Security Council that includes at least two permanent African seats with full veto rights and five non-permanent seats. Africa is the only region without permanent representation on the Council despite being a central stakeholder in many of the issues before it.
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The Chairperson of the African Union Commission (AUC), H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, today received the Letters of Credentials of the new Permanent Representative of the Federal Democratic Republic of #Ethiopia to the African Union, H.E. Amb. Lemlem Fiseha Minale.
The Chairperson @ymahmoudali congratulated Amb. Minale on her appointment and noted that her experience and leadership would further strengthen cooperation between Ethiopia and the African Union. He also commended Ethiopia’s continued support to the Union, welcomed the peaceful and orderly conduct of the recent electoral process.
The two sides exchanged views on regional and global developments, as well as key priorities before the Union. The Chairperson reaffirmed the Commission’s readiness to work closely with Ethiopia in advancing the AU’s objectives and responding to emerging continental challenges.
Amb. Minale commended the leadership of the Chairperson and reaffirmed Ethiopia’s strong commitment to supporting the African Union and its continental agenda. She underscored her Government’s readiness to continue working closely with the Commission and conveyed the greetings and best wishes of the Ethiopian leadership.
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It was a pleasure to welcome H.E. @NoncebaLosi , Ambassador of South Africa 🇿🇦 to Ethiopia and Permanent Representative to the @_AfricanUnion.
Our discussions focused on strengthening coordination and cooperation on key AU priorities while advancing our shared objectives under #Agenda2063.
We also exchanged views on preparations for the Mid-Year Coordination Summit in June 2026, underscoring the need for collective action and seamless coordination.
Our discussions also touched upon the financing of the Union as well as the overall institutional reform agenda.
I conveyed again the AUC gratitude for South Africa’s unwavering support to the AU and its objectives and principles.
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Deeply honored and humbled to be recognized among the best #HeForShe champions. My sincere gratitude to @UN_Women, all Permanent Representatives to the @_AfricanUnion, and the entire Diplomatic Community for this distinction. Together, let us continue advancing gender equality and women’s empowerment (#GEWE) across #Africa and beyond.
Congratulations @adoniaayebare on your deserved appointment as Minister of Foreign Affairs of Uganda! Your vast experience in Multilateral and Regional Affairs is a solid asset in your role for your country, for Africa and beyond! Mungu akusaidie!!
As we gather for the 2026 African Development Bank @AfDB_Group Annual Meetings here in Brazzaville 🇨🇬 – this high place of African memory and emancipation – I am deeply honored to represent H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf @ymahmoudali , Chairperson of the @_AfricanUnion Commission.
Today is not merely a date on the calendar. It is the heartbeat of our common destiny: Africa Day. A day that reminds us that pan-Africanism is not just a historical legacy, but a living responsibility, renewed by each generation and driven by leaders who refuse the fragmentation of our continent.
In these meetings, as we seek to address financing gaps, climate resilience, water security – and the AU theme of the Year 2026 – we do so guided by the spirit of Ubuntu: "I am because we are."
Our founding Fathers dreamed of a United, Peaceful, and Prosperous Africa. Today, the African Union Commission and the Bank, hand in hand with member states, we are determined to turn that dream into reality.
Happy Africa Day to every daughter and son of this majestic continent. Together, we are writing the next chapter of the Africa we want.
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J'ai eu l'honneur d'être reçue, aujourd'hui à Brazzaville, par S.E. M. Constant-Serge Bounda, ministre des Affaires étrangères de la République du Congo, en marge des Assemblées annuelles 2026 de la Banque africaine de développement (BAD).
Notre entretien a été l'occasion de réaffirmer notre engagement commun en faveur d'une Union africaine plus forte, mieux financée et pleinement souveraine.
Nous avons également abordé les réformes institutionnelles de notre organisation continentale, salué le rôle central et l'engagement constant de S.E. M. Denis Sassou Nguesso @SassouNGuesso_ , Président de la République du Congo, dont la sagesse, la vision panafricaine et l'action en faveur de la paix et de l'unité du continent continuent d'inspirer notre action collective.
Nous avons enfin échangé sur les préparatifs du Sommet de coordination à mi-parcours qui se tiendra en juin 2026.
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Congratulations for 80 years of success @flyethiopian, the result of the competence of its management & hardworking employees! Our 80 year old partnership has grown from strength to strength! To another century of soaring even higher carrying 🇪🇹n colours to new heights! ✈️
The African Union and the Republic of India are coming together for a landmark moment in South–South cooperation.
📍 New Delhi, India
📅 28–31 May 2026
IAFS‑IV will consolidate Africa–India relations and align cooperation with Agenda 2063 and the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) setting the agenda for a partnership that reflects the priorities, ambitions, and values of both regions.
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