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The African Union becomes a permanent member of the G20, India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi announces in opening remarks.
Modi embraced the Chairperson of the AU
@PR_AZALI
as he invited the president of Comoros to take his seat.
CONGRATULATIONS!!!
#Agenda2063
I welcome the
@_AfricanUnion
's entry into the
#G20
as full member.
This membership, for which we have long been advocating, will provide a propitious framework for amplifying advocacy in favor of the Continent and its effective contribution to meeting global challenges.
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Statement of the African Union on the reported ill treatment of Africans trying to leave
#Ukraine
:
#AfricansinUkraine
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Celebrating Taytu Betul Empress of
#Ethiopia
who together with her husband Emperor Menelik II led the army to battle at Adwa where they won one of the most important victories of any
#African
army against European colonialist aggression
#LegendaryBlackWomen
#AfricasWomensDay
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Celebrating Asli Hassan Abade from
#Somalia
who was the
#1stAfricanWoman
pilot
#LegendaryBlackWomen
#AfricasWomensDay
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#TeamAfrica
is celebrating with
#Zambia
! 🇿🇲
Muzala Samukonga, you're a true champion! Your bronze medal in the men's 400m is a massive win for our continent.
We call on African member states to invest in sports infrastructure to nurture the next generation of champions.
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Kenya's golden girl strikes again,Beatrice Chebet is an absolute sensation! She's clinched another gold medal in the 10,000m, making her a double Olympic champion in her debut Games!
This is history in the making for
#Kenya
and
#TeamAfrica
women's athletics.
📸 ESPN Africa
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[Read] AUC Chairperson
@AUC_MoussaFaki
urges authorities in
#Zimbabwe
to uphold the rule of law and protect human rights @
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MERCI CÔTE D’IVOIRE 🇨🇮
FÉLICITATIONS 🍾
CHAMPION
#AFCON2023
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Rwanda’s been selected to host the HQ of the African Medicines Agency by the Executive Council meeting in Lusaka. AMA will enhance capacity of state parties and RECs to regulate medical products, to improve Africa’s access to quality safe, and efficacious medical products
#AUMYCM
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Celebrating Derartu Tulu who was the
#1stAfricanWoman
to win an Olympic gold
#LegendaryBlackWomen
#AfricasWomensDay
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The false impression about Africa’s true size was reinforced through the use of maps designed centuries ago which distorted shapes and sizes and made areas far from the equator such as Europe and North America appear larger than they actually were
#AfricaDay
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Communiqué of the Chairperson of the AUC
@AUC_MoussaFaki
regarding the Israeli-Palestinian war.
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[Read] Statement on false reports attributed to the Chairperson of the African Union Commission
@AUC_MoussaFaki
@
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Empress Taytu Betul of
#Ethiopia
a true warrior who with
#EmperorMenelik
led army in
#BattleOfAdwa
winning one of most important victories of any African army against colonialist aggression Share with us female heroes from Africa’s liberation movement.
#OurAfricaOurFuture
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Statement of the Chairperson of the African Union Commission
@AUC_MoussaFaki
on the situation in
#Kenya
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Le Président de la Commission de l'Union Africaine
@AUC_MoussaFaki
condamne fermement les déclarations raciales sur des compatriotes Africains en
#Tunisie
.
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LETSILE TEBOGO, you’ve made history by becoming the FIRST AFRICAN to win Olympic 200m gold!
You have put
#Botswana
on the world map and raised the
#TeamAfrica
flag high in the most spectacular way
Let's continue to invest in our young athletes and watch Africa dominate the
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AU Commission Chairperson
@AUC_MoussaFaki
welcomes the Call by the Government of Tigray for peaceful resolution of the Ethiopian conflict :
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Celebrating
#AfricaDay
quote is from the speech by Aden Osman of
#Somalia
made at the founding of the
#AfricanUnion
on 25th May 1963 Read the full speeches made in 1963 on
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Déclaration de l'Union Africaine sur les mauvais traitements infligés aux
#Africains
qui tentent de quitter l'
#Ukraine
:
#AfricainsenUkraine
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Faith Kipyegon has done it AGAIN! She's shattered the Olympic record and secured her THIRD CONSECUTIVE GOLD MEDAL in the Women's 1500m!
History made!
#TeamAfrica
is celebrating with Kenya!
Faith, you are an absolute legend!
#Agenda2063
#Paris2024
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#Africa
will celebrate
#AfricaDay
on 25 May. On this day in 1963 Africa founded the Organisation of African Unity, OAU which brought the continent together. Since then, 25 May has been celebrated across the world, particularly in Africa to signify Africa’s identity and unity.
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The
@_AfricanUnion
and United States of America forge closer collaboration on women’s economic empowerment and entrepreneurship @
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#AfricaDay
is observed annually on May 25 to commemorate the founding of the Organisation of African Unity (OAU) created on 25 May 1963. This year's Africa Day, we are celebrating Africa’s indigenous foods, their diversity and nutritional value
#YearofNutrition
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H.E. Mohamed Ould Ghazouani
#Mauritania
, is the African Union Chairperson 2024, taking over from H.E. Azali Assoumani
#Comoros
.
📋Bureau of the Assembly 2024:
- AU Chair –Mauritania
- 1st Vice –Angola
- 2nd Vice –Congo
- 3rd Vice –Ghana
- Rapporteur –Comoros
37th
#AUSummit
.
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The Chairperson of the African Union Commission calls for mutual respect between Ethiopia and Somalia:
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Statement of the Chairperson of the African Union Commission, H.E. Mr. Moussa Faki Mahamat
@AUC_MoussaFaki
, on the situation in
#Ethiopia
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[Read] 34th
@_AfricanUnion
Summit reelects Moussa Faki as Chairperson of the AU Commission and elects Dr. Monique Nsanzabaganwa from Rwanda as Deputy Chairperson of the AU Commission @
#AUSummit
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History teaches us that unity is strength & cautions us to submerge & overcome our differences in the quest for common goals, to strive, with all our combined strength, for a path to true African brotherhood & unity
#HaileSelassie
#Ethiopia
#AfricaDay
#OurAfricaOurFuture
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AU launches peace talks to end the conflict in the Tigray Region of Ethiopia :
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Its
#AfricaDay
and today we share some interesting facts from our 55 Member States
#Ethiopia
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What a champion!
Tamirat Tola made history today! Olympic gold and a new Olympic record for Ethiopia. This is the first men's marathon gold for Ethiopia since Sydney 2000.
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In 1963 independent African states & liberation movements met in Addis Ababa
#Ethiopia
to form Africa’s first post-independence continental institution The Organization of African Unity OAU whose Charter was adopted on May 25
#AfricaDay
1963
#OurAfricaOurFuture
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Today, we are joining
#Rwanda
and the world to commemorate the 29th anniversary of the 1994 Genocide Against the Tutsi.
#Kwibuka29
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#Africa_Day
is observed annually on 25 May, to commemorate the founding of the Organisation of African Unity (OAU), precursor of the African Union. The day provides an opportunity to recite the political & socio-economic achievements of African governments and African citizens.
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This
#AfricaDay
, help the
@_AfricanUnion
raise USD$1million for the
#AfricanUnionCOVID19ResponseFund
. Go to to understand more about the fund and give a little.
#COVID19
#AfricaResponds
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This
#AfricaDay
we share quotes from speeches made at the founding of the
#AfricanUnion
on 25th May 1963. This extract is from the speech by
#KwameNkrumah
of
#Ghana
Read the full speech made in 1963 on
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Its
#AfricaDay
and today we share some interesting facts from our 55 Member States
#Uganda
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🚨🚨WE ARE HIRING‼️
The
@_AfricanUnion
offers you the opportunity to pursue a career in a rewarding and challenging work environment with great learning and development possibilities.
Want to know more?
Check out the
#AUCareers
website
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Nhopi is a delicious Zimbabwean porridge like dish made mainly with pumpkin, butter squash, mealie meal, and peanut butter. Its perfect for breakfast, lunch or brunch. Share with us your favourite dish from
#Zimbabwe
#AfricaDay
#YearOfNutrition
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Déclaration du Président de l'Union Africaine, le Président S.E
@MackySall
et du Président de la Commission de l'UA S.E
@AUC_MoussaFaki
sur la situation en
#Ukraine
:
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Today marks the start of the 30th commemoration of the 1994 genocide against the Tutsi.
We pay tribute to the victims of the Genocide, honour the resilience of the survivors, and reflect on Rwanda's transformation journey through unity and reconciliation.
#Kwibuka30
Join us
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🌍 Africa Climate Summit 2023 is here! 🗓️ From Sept 4-6, Nairobi hosts this crucial event co-hosted by Kenya and the African Union Commission. Join for global climate action under the theme "Driving Green Growth and Climate Finance Solutions." 🌿🌏
Livestream: Opening -
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In 1963 independent African states & liberation movements met in Addis Ababa
#Ethiopia
to form Africa’s first post-independence continental institution The Organization of African Unity OAU whose Charter was adopted on May 25
#AfricaDay
1963
#OurAfricaOurFuture
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Congratulations to Tsige Duguma on securing the silver medal and making history as the first
#Ethiopian
to win the indoor 800m title. This is a huge win for you and for Team Africa.
Keep shining and making us proud!
#Agenda2063
#Paris2024
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The African Union Commission Chairperson strongly condemns the mass killing of Palestinians queuing for humanitarian aid :
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The vision of Haile Selassie was for Africa to speak in one voice in addressing its challenges. See how the vision has been translated into action, bringing together
#Africa
's 55 States & the united global representation.
#OurAfricaOurFuture
#KnowTheAU
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Kiswahili is spoken by over 200 million Africans & is widely used countries in the Great Lakes region in Eastern, Central & Southern Africa and even in the middle east.
#WorldKiswahiliLangauageDay
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Its
#AfricaDay
and today we share some interesting facts from our 55 Member States
#Algeria
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An
@_AfricanUnion
staff member shared personal views on this handle, contrary to AU staff rules. The now deleted tweet does not reflect the AU position, and is viewed as a serious breach of conduct. The incident is being investigated internally.
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Statement by H.E. Mr.
@AUC_MoussaFaki
Mahamat, Chairperson of the
@_AfricanUnion
Commission, on the 26th Commemoration of the Genocide Against the Tutsi in
#Rwanda
#Kwibuka26
- under the theme "Remember-Unite-Renew” @
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Africa’s Women’s Day is observed annually across the continent to recognise and affirm the role of women’s organising in achieving the political freedom of Africa and advancing the social and economic status of women. The first Pan-African Women’s conference was held in July 1962
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Le Président de la Commission de l’Union Africaine félicite le Président Félix Tshisekedi pour sa réélection à la Présidence de la République Démocratique du Congo (RDC) :
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Watch the adoption of a historic declaration and hear high-level statements from leaders shaping the future of Africa and global partnerships.
#AfricaClimateSummit
🔴
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Canada's Prime Minister
@JustinTrudeau
pledges $10M towards capacity building at
#AfricanUnion
Commission to advance gender equality, trade, security & integration. "As I have seen in my cabinet, having many women in leadership positions leads to better decisions." 33rd
#AUSummit
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Statement on the Prospects for Peace in
#Ethiopia
by H.E. Olusegun Obasanjo High representative of the Chairperson of the AUC
@AUC_MoussaFaki
for the Horn of
#Africa
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What a thrilling race!
Ndori Bayapo, Tobogo Letsile , Pelela Anthony, & Kebinatshipi Busang have secured a SILVER medal for Botswana in the 4x400 relay!
This incredible achievement showcases the depth of talent in Botswana and brings immense pride to
#TeamAfrica
.
#Paris2024
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Melkam Addis Amet 2016🌻!
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#TeamAfrica
continues to celebrate Biniam Girmay’s historic Green Jersey win at the Tour de France. While the homecoming celebrations have ended, the victory continues to inspire us all.
Let's keep the momentum going and support cycling across the continent!
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#SouthAfrica
, you've done it again! Silver medallists in the Men's 4x100m relay.
Teamwork makes the dream work, congratulations to Bayanda Walaza, Bradley Nkoana , Shaun Maswanganyi and. Akani Simbine
Keep flying the flag high for Africa!
#Agenda2063
📸 credit Supersport
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AUC Chairperson
@AUC_MoussaFaki
congratulates President Paul Kagame on election victory, commends
#Rwandan
free and fair polls
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"Gender equality is always on the agenda, it is always a top priority for both the AU and the EU"
@PaulKagame
31st
#AUSummit
#Mauritania
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[Read] Statement of the
@_AfricanUnion
Commission Chairperson, H.E.
@AUC_MoussaFaki
Mahamat, on the meeting with Foreign Affairs Minister of
#Ethiopia
@DemekeHasen
@
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Statement of the Chairperson
@AUC_MoussaFaki
on the status of AU Special Representative for Somalia :
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AUC Chairperson
@AUC_MoussaFaki
welcomes the commitment of the two parties to the restoration of peace in Ethiopia @
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🚨The AU & Rwanda have signed the Host Country Agreement on the headquarters of the African Medicines Agency (AMA).
The Agreement was signed by
@RwandaHealth
, Dr Sabin Nsanzimana, & AU Commissioner for
@AU_HHS
H.E. Minata Samate.
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South Africa, Sierra Leone, Lesotho, Burundi, and Namibia signed the agreement establishing the African Continental Free Trade Area today at the 31st
#AUSummit
. Eswatini and Chad deposited their instruments of ratification of the
#AfCFTA
in
#Nouakchott
#Mauritania
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The Chairperson of the AUC
@AUC_MoussaFaki
expresses shock at violent treatment of African migrants at Morocco-Spain border leading to deaths and injuries, calls for an immediate investigation.
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The Chairperson of the African Union Commission
@AUC_MoussaFaki
strongly condemns the racial statements on fellow Africans in
#Tunisia
.
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[Read] The Chairperson of the
@_AFricanUnion
Commission
@AUC_MoussaFaki
welcomes proclamation of the final results of
#Ethiopia
’s general elections held 21 June 2021. @
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The Chairperson of the AU Commission
@AUC_MoussaFaki
appoints former President H.E. Olusegun Obasanjo of
#Nigeria
as High Representative for the Horn of
#Africa
@
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Judith Yodit Imru of
#Ethiopia
one of the founders of
#PanAfricanWomensOrganisation
& diplomat who was active in supporting establishment of the OAU & the UN Economic Commission for Africa. Share with us female heroes from Africa’s liberation movements
#OurAfricaOurFuture
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In 2024, Africa puts education front and canter!
On this
#AfricaDay
, let's spotlight the incredible educational programs making a difference.
#YearofEducation
is all about equipping Africans with 21st-century skills.
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📢 The African Union calls for the urgent rescinding of travel bans placed on Member States following detection of the SARS-COV-2 Omicron variant
Read @
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Its
#AfricaDay
and today we share some interesting facts from our 55 Member States
#Ghana
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#AfricanCommoditiesStrategy
transforming
#Africa
from raw materials supplier for the world to using our resources for
#Africa
economic development watch the film here
#Agenda2063
#theAfricaWeWant
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#AfCFTA
@_AfricanUnion
Member States Signing Outcomes: 44 signed
#AfCFTA
, 27 signed Free Movement of Persons, 43 signed
#Kigali
Declaration. Learn more @
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#AfricaDay
celebrations to take place at the
@_AfricanUnion
Commission, 25 May 2018 with participation of
@PaulKagame
, Ethiopian PM Abiy Ahmed and
@AUC_MoussaFaki
.
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Statement of the Chairperson of the African Union Commission
@AUC_MoussaFaki
on the situation in
#Sudan
. @
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Celebrating
#AfricaDay
quote is from the speech by
#HaileSelassie
of
#Ethiopia
made at the founding of the
#AfricanUnion
on 25th May 1963 Read the full speeches made in 1963 on
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@Springboks
#RWCFinal
#TheAfricaWeWant
#Agenda2063
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Africa can only be prosperous through production of goods and services and most importantly, by ensuring integration of its market, as the first logic. Strategic security is also another key factor.- H.E. President
@KagutaMuseveni
, Champion of Regional Integration in Africa
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Statement from Chair of the
@_AfricanUnion
, president
@MackySall
and Chairperson of the AU Commission
@AUC_MoussaFaki
on the situation in
#Ukraine
:
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RECAP 📽️Debt is a burden and inequalities in the international financing architecture makes access to finance inadequate and expensive. Africa needs strong platforms where national development challenges are taken into consideration.
🎙️H.E.
@AbiyAhmedAli
@PMEthiopia
#AUSummit
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The African Union Commission Chairperson
@AUC_MoussaFaki
calls for calm in
#Kenya
amidst public protests
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Communiqué du Président de la Commission de l'Union Africaine sur la tension à l’Est de la République Démocratique du Congo :
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🇸🇸🇸🇸🇸🇸🇸🇸🇸🇸
SOUTH SUDAN HAS WON THEIR FIRST GAME IN MEN'S BASKETBALL AT THE OLYMPIC GAMES 🙌
#Paris2024
|
#CloserToYourChampions
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Communiqué de soutien du Président de la commission de l’Union africaine
@AUC_MoussaFaki
aux décisions de la
#CEDEAO
du 10 Août 2023 sur le
#Niger
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African Union
celebrating
#africanwomen
in leadership women ambassadors to
#AfricanUnion
@DlaminiZuma
special envoy for women peace & security
@AUBinetaDiop
commissioners & directors of
#AfricanUnion
pay courtesy call to
@SahleWorkZewde
1st female president of
#Ethiopia
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Today we celebrate Derartu Tulu, the First African Woman to win an Olympic gold medal
#LegendaryBlackWomen
#AfricasWomensDay
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The African Union African Academy of Languages is charged with promotion & development of African languages as a means for fostering continental integration & development & works to promote the use of
#Kiswahili
in Africa and beyond
#worldkiswahililangauageday
Learn more ACALAN
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Press release from the Chairperson of the African Union Commission on the situation in
#Gabon
:
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