Title: African leaders committed to an integrated, prosperous and peaceful Africa
Introduction :
The 43rd Ordinary Session of the African Union, being held in Nairobi, capital of Kenya, was marked by a series of inspiring speeches from African leaders. These speeches highlighted the importance of regional integration, peace and sustainable development in Africa. In this article, we will come back to the main points raised by these committed leaders, highlighting their determination to build a united and prosperous Africa.
The African Union’s commitment to continental integration and conflict resolution:
Moussa Faki, Chairperson of the African Union Commission, highlighted in his speech the organization’s commitment to regional integration and conflict resolution. He recalled the progress made in the implementation of Agenda 2063 and called for increased collaboration among African countries to achieve common goals.
International cooperation for sustainable development:
Amina M., Deputy Secretary General of the United Nations, hailed the efforts of the African Union in promoting integration and sustainable development in Africa. She stressed the importance of international cooperation to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals and called for increased support for African initiatives. The United Nations is committed to supporting the African Union in its efforts to build an integrated, prosperous and peaceful continent.
Economic integration to reduce poverty:
The President of Kenya, William Ruto, highlighted the importance of African integration for economic growth and poverty reduction. He hailed the establishment of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) and highlighted its potential to boost intra-African trade. Kenya even undertakes to abolish the entry visa for visitors, thus contributing to continental integration.
The promotion of peace and education:
Comoros President Azali emphasized the importance of peace and conflict resolution in Africa. He called for a frank and sincere dialogue between the parties in conflict and underlined the key role of education in the development of the continent. In particular, he stressed the need to train 17 million additional teachers by 2030 to meet the needs of primary and higher education.
Conclusion :
The first part of the 43rd Ordinary Session of the African Union reaffirmed the commitment of African leaders to regional integration, peace and sustainable development in Africa. These inspiring speeches demonstrated the importance of cooperation and solidarity among African countries to overcome common challenges. The continuation of the session will deepen these crucial questions and put in place concrete initiatives for a united, prosperous and peaceful Africa