Latest in Tag: AU Highlight
Latest in Tag: AU
AU condemns coup in Burkina Faso
According to an official statement, Chairperson of the AU Commission Moussa Faki condemned the “unconstitutional change of government” in Burkina Faso.
Egypt’s Al-Sisi in Brussels for 6th EU-AU Summit
African-European summit will be held under title ‘Africa and Europe: Two Continents with a Common Vision until 2030’
AU suspends Burkina Faso’s membership after January coup
The 15-nation bloc’s Peace and Security Council said it voted “in favour of suspending Burkina Faso’s participation in all AU activities until constitutional order is effectively restored in the country.”
Egypt chairs AU meeting on combating terrorist financing
Session emphasizes importance of preparing national strategies to combat extreme thought
AU suspends membership of unrest-hit Sudan
In a press statement, the peace and security council of the AU, said Sudan’s membership has been suspended due to Monday’s “unconstitutional change of government”, which it said was an affront to the shared values and democratic norms of the continental body.
Ethiopia praises AU-led talks on GERD after harsh statement by Sudan
Khartoum affirms that Ethiopian efforts to disavow international agreements, treaties are irresponsible
Shoukry, AU official discuss developments in Ethiopia dam talks
Egypt’s Foreign Minister notes his country’s appreciation for Congolese efforts on GERD negotiations
Egypt chosen as AU Summit Bureau member for 3rd consecutive year
Egypt welcomed its nomination by its fellow North African countries, on Sunday, as the regional representative at the 2021 African Union (AU) Summit Bureau.
Egypt’s Shoukry participates in AU Executive Council meetings in run-up to African Summit
Egypt highlights keenness to take part in joint work to ensure Africa receives fair share of COVID-19 vaccine
Parliament backs Egypt’s candidate in AU Commission elections
Amani Abu Zeid is running for re-election as Infrastructure and Energy Commissioner. AU Commission elections to be held during AU’s 34th Ordinary Session
AU warns against disruption to Central African Republic elections
Central African Republic has been struck by violence since 2013 when Muslim Seleka rebels ousted then-president, prompting reprisals from Christian militias
AU expresses deep concern over situation in Central African Republic
AU Commission, Moussa Faki Mahamat, expressed deep concern over the evolution of the political and security situation in the Central African Republic
Egypt PM attends AU’s 13th extraordinary summit on AfCFTA
Madbouly participates in 2-day summit on behalf of President Al-Sisi
Tripartite legal-technical committee finalises GERD negotiation mechanism
During Wednesday meeting, Egypt, Ethiopia, Sudan will exchange views on disputed points over GERD
AU commends Egypt, WFP cooperation on rural community projects
The partnership between Egypt and the WFP, one of the programmes under the UN umbrella, has been in place for more than 50 years. In this time, the Egyptian government has worked to support sustainable development programmes, by meeting the immediate needs of the countries most vulnerable groups.
AU agency launches program to assist African MSMEs
As Africa faces socio-economic uncertainties brought by COVID-19, the AUDA-NEPAD MSMEs Academy aims to foster resilience
GERD parties to reboot AU-guided talks on Monday
New negotiations round has been postponed a week upon Sudan request, for further internal consultation
Egypt rejects unilateral actions on GERD affecting its Nile water rights: Al-Sisi
Egyptian President discusses GERD developments with his South African counterpart Ramaphosa
Ethiopia’s refusal of binding GERD deal disregards AU recommendation: Egypt officials
It is too early for parliament to discuss Ethiopian Dam, we should wait until negotiations finish, says Member of Parliament
AU Assembly Bureau urges GERD parties to finalise binding agreement on dam filling, operation
African Union Bureau welcomed agreement amongst GERD parties to work on a Comprehensive Agreement on Blue Nile River as soon as possible
AU calls for legally binding agreement on Ethiopian Dam
Egypt, Sudan, and Ethiopia agree to resume talks on GERD filling, operation during Tuesday’s mini-summit
AU mediation hopefully pushes towards GERD dispute settlement
Ethiopia’s claim of filling GERD in 2 weeks doesn’t add up after consensus on AU-led talks, says expert
Egypt concludes rotational chair of AU with good records
Political pundits believe Egypt restores its position in Africa, enhances sustainable development
Al-Sisi arrives to Addis Ababa to participate in 33rd AU summit
On Friday, Egypt won membership in the African Union’s (AU) Peace and Security Council for 2020-2022
Egyptian, Kenyen FMs discuss boosting bilateral relations at 36th AU summit
The meeting was on the sidelines of the 36th Ordinary Session of the African Union’s Executive Council on 6-7 February in Addis Ababa.
AU chairperson welcomes ceasefire agreement in Libya
Mahamat further called on “all stakeholders to concentrate their efforts towards the continuation of the peace process.”
South Africa to build on Egypt’s successful AU presidency in 2020: ambassador
Al-Sisi discussed GERD issue with his counterpart Ramaphosa during their recent meeting, says South Africa ambassador Mavimbela
AU lifts suspension on Sudan’s membership following civilian cabinet formation
Hamdok announced formation of his cabinet with first Sudanese female foreign minister
Egypt aims to enhance African countries’ business climate: MIIC
We coordinate with international partners to improve Africa’s infrastructure, says Nasr
Why AMF is a good idea and what can be done to get it going?
In our view the AU leaders should also use their meeting to reinvigorate their efforts to create an African Monetary Fund (AMF).