Africa: Statement By H.E. the Chairperson of the African Union Commission On Escalation of Conflict in the Middle East

Africa: Statement By H.E. the Chairperson of the African Union Commission On Escalation of Conflict in the Middle East

The Chairperson of the African Union Commission, H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf strongly condemns the missile and drone attacks carried out by the Islamic Republic of Iran against the sovereign territories of Bahrain, Qatar, the United Arab Emirates, Kuwait and the Saudi Arabia. These actions constitute a clear violation of sovereignty and territorial integrity and risk…

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Africa: Statement By H.E. the Chairperson of the African Union Commission On Escalation of Conflict in the Middle East

Africa: Kenya Champions AU Commission Budget Oversight in Continental Reform Drive

Nairobi — Kenya will advance fresh reform proposals at the African Union (AU) level aimed at strengthening budget accountability within the African Union Commission, including enhanced oversight by the Pan-African Parliament. Speaking during his annual Diplomatic Address to Heads of Mission and International Organisations at State House, Nairobi, President William Ruto said Kenya remains committed…

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Africa: Statement By H.E. the Chairperson of the African Union Commission On Escalation of Conflict in the Middle East

Africa: Chairperson of the African Union Commission Condemns the Deadly Attack in Woro, Kwara State, Nigeria

The Chairperson of the African Union Commission, H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, has learned with deep shock and profound sorrow of the terrorist attack carried out on Tuesday, 3 February 2026, in the village of Woro, in Kwara State, during which at least 162 innocent civilians tragically lost their lives. The Chairperson of the Commission condemns…

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Africa: Statement By H.E. the Chairperson of the African Union Commission On Escalation of Conflict in the Middle East

Africa: Communiqué of the 1327th Meeting Held On 26 January 2026 On Consideration of the Half-Year Report of the Chairperson of the AU Commission On Elections in Africa – July to December 2025 and Outlook for 2026

COMMUNIQUE Adopted by the Peace and Security Council (PSC) of the African Union (AU) at its 1327th meeting held on 26 January 2026 on Consideration of the Half-Year Report of the Chairperson of the AU Commission on Elections in Africa: July to December 2025 and Outlook for 2026. The Peace and Security Council, Keep up…

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