Inspirational Speeches by African Leaders at the 43rd Ordinary Session of the African Union in Nairobi
The first part of the 43rd Ordinary Session of the African Union, held in Nairobi, capital of Kenya, was marked by a series of inspiring speeches from African leaders committed to promoting integration, peace and sustainable development on the continent. These speeches highlighted the importance of regional cooperation, conflict resolution and the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals in Africa.
Moussa Faki, Chairperson of the African Union Commission, opened the session by highlighting the supra-national organization’s commitment to continental integration and conflict resolution. He highlighted the progress made in the implementation of Agenda 2063 and called for increased collaboration among African countries to achieve common goals.
The UN Deputy Secretary General, Madam Amina M., also commended the efforts of the African Union and stressed the importance of international cooperation to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals. She recalled the commitment of the United Nations to support the African Union in its efforts to build an integrated, prosperous and peaceful continent.
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. He also announced that Kenya will soon abolish the entry visa for visitors, thus contributing to continental integration.
Finally, the President of Comoros, Azali, concluded the series of speeches by emphasizing the importance of peace and conflict resolution in Africa. He called for sincere dialogue between the warring parties and highlighted the key role of education in the development of the continent.
This first part of the 43rd Ordinary Session of the African Union bears witness to the commitment of African leaders to regional integration, peace and sustainable development in Africa. The inspirational speeches highlighted the importance of cooperation and solidarity among African countries to overcome common challenges.
The session will continue with other speakers during the second part, and an official closing will mark the end of this 43rd ordinary session of the AU. African leaders will continue to work together to build an integrated, prosperous and peaceful continent, by implementing concrete initiatives and promoting regional cooperation.
Integration, peace and sustainable development remain at the heart of the African agenda, and the second part of the session will delve deeper into these crucial issues. The continent continues to move towards a brighter future, and regional cooperation will play a key role in achieving this common goal