Africa: AUC-Esti Commissioner, H.E. Prof. Gaspard Banyankimbona, in China to Deepen AU-China Partnership At Innovation for Sustainable Development Conference

Africa: AUC-Esti Commissioner, H.E. Prof. Gaspard Banyankimbona, in China to Deepen AU-China Partnership At Innovation for Sustainable Development Conference

The African Union Commissioner for Education, Science, Technology and Innovation, H.E. Prof. Gaspard Banyankimbona, is leading a six-person delegation to Wuhan, China, from November 19-21, 2025, to participate in the China-Africa Innovation for Sustainable Development Conference. The delegation includes representatives from the Education, Science, Technology, and Innovation Department; the Economic Development, Tourism, Trade, Industry, and…

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Africa: AUC-Esti Commissioner, H.E. Prof. Gaspard Banyankimbona, in China to Deepen AU-China Partnership At Innovation for Sustainable Development Conference

Africa: AUC Chairperson Received H.E. Gedion Timothewos, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia

The Chairperson of the African Union Commission, H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, this morning received H.E. Gedion Timothewos, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia. They discussed the evolving regional landscape & the imperative for the AU & Regional Economic Communities to continue playing a central role in preventive diplomacy, conflict prevention,…

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Africa: AUC-Esti Commissioner, H.E. Prof. Gaspard Banyankimbona, in China to Deepen AU-China Partnership At Innovation for Sustainable Development Conference

Africa: Statement By the Chairperson of the African Union Commission On the Passing of H.E. Raila Amolo Odinga

The Chairperson of the African Union Commission (AUC), H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, has learned with profound sadness of the passing of H.E. Raila Amolo Odinga, former Prime Minister of the Republic of Kenya, and a distinguished statesman of the African continent. On behalf of the African Union, its organs and institutions, the Chairperson extends his…

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Africa: AUC-Esti Commissioner, H.E. Prof. Gaspard Banyankimbona, in China to Deepen AU-China Partnership At Innovation for Sustainable Development Conference

Africa: AUC Chairperson Attended a State Banquet At State House Kenya Hosted By H.E. President William Ruto

The Chairperson of the African Union Commission, H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, attended a State Banquet at @StateHouseKenya hosted by H.E. President @WilliamRuto , marking the 30th Anniversary of COMESA. The dinner was also graced by H.E. Presidents Azali Assoumani of Comoros, Emmerson Mnangagwa of Zimbabwe, Prime Ministers Russell Dlamini of Eswatini, & Mustafa Madbouly of…

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Africa: AUC-Esti Commissioner, H.E. Prof. Gaspard Banyankimbona, in China to Deepen AU-China Partnership At Innovation for Sustainable Development Conference

Africa: AUC Chairperson Received H.E. Ruslan Nasibov, Ambassador of the Republic of Azerbaijan

Last week, the Chairperson of the African Union Commission, H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, received H.E. Ruslan Nasibov, Ambassador of the Republic of Azerbaijan to Ethiopia & Permanent Representative to the AU. They exchanged on strengthening Africa-Azerbaijan relations. The Chairperson commended Azerbaijan’s constructive diplomacy and efforts toward peace, including in its region. Ambassador Nasibov congratulated the…

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Africa: AUC Chairperson Had a Constructive Engagement With H.E. Dr. Akihiko Tanaka, President of Jica On the Sidelines of the Ticad9 Summit

Africa: AUC Chairperson Had a Constructive Engagement With H.E. Dr. Akihiko Tanaka, President of Jica On the Sidelines of the Ticad9 Summit

Today in Yokohama, Japan, the AUC Chairperson H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf had a constructive engagement with H.E. Dr. Akihiko Tanaka, President of @jica_direct_en on the sidelines of the #TICAD9 Summit. He commended JICA’s strategic partnership with the AU & its investments in Africa’s key economic & social sectors. The Chairperson & Dr. Tanaka reaffirmed their…

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Africa: AUC-Esti Commissioner, H.E. Prof. Gaspard Banyankimbona, in China to Deepen AU-China Partnership At Innovation for Sustainable Development Conference

Africa: AUC Chairperson Received UN Deputy Secretary-General H.E. Amina J. Mohammed

The AU Commission Chairperson, H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, received UN Deputy Secretary-General @AminaJMohammed today at AU HQ in Addis Ababa this afternoon. Their exchange reaffirmed commitment to the AU-UN Framework Agreement on enhanced partnership in peace & security, focusing on preventive diplomacy, mediation, peace operations, & sustainable development. They also reviewed regional security dynamics &…

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African Union Commission Chairperson Mourns the Passing of H.E. Muhammadu Buhari, Former President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria

African Union Commission Chairperson Mourns the Passing of H.E. Muhammadu Buhari, Former President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria

The Chairperson of the African Union Commission, H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, has learned with profound sorrow of the passing of H.E. Muhammadu Buhari, former President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, who died today at the age of 82. On behalf of the African Union Commission and the wider African Union family, the Chairperson conveys…

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Africa: Keynote Address H.E. President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, on the Occasion of the Panel Discussion on “Women In Leadership: Driving Innovation, Catalyzing Investments and Shaping Policy”.

Africa: Keynote Address H.E. President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, on the Occasion of the Panel Discussion on “Women In Leadership: Driving Innovation, Catalyzing Investments and Shaping Policy”.

Luanda — I thank you for the opportunity to attend and share my views at this vital and timely conversation. The theme of this plenary, “Women in Leadership: Driving Innovation, Catalyzing Investments, and Shaping Policy”, echoes throughout the halls of power and boardrooms across Africa, the United States and across the world. It is relevant…

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Africa: AUC-Esti Commissioner, H.E. Prof. Gaspard Banyankimbona, in China to Deepen AU-China Partnership At Innovation for Sustainable Development Conference

Africa: AUC Chairperson Received H.E. Mr. Dammu Ravi, Vice Minister in the Ministry of External Affairs of the Republic of India

The Chairperson of the African Union Commission, H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, received H.E. Mr. Dammu Ravi, Vice Minister in the Ministry of External Affairs of the Republic of India, for a courtesy visit. Their exchange reaffirmed the strong and growing Africa-India partnership, with discussions focusing on preparations for the next Africa-India Summit. The Chairperson commended…

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