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Source: African Union (AU) | Feb 15, 2026

39th Ordinary Session of the Assembly of the African Union Concludes in Addis Ababa

Leaders underscored the importance of coordinated African positions in advancing continental priorities, including sustainable development financing, debt restructuring, climate action, food security, and digital transformation

The Thirty-Ninth Ordinary Session of the Assembly of the African Union (AU) concluded today at the AU Headquarters in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, following two days of high-level deliberations by African Heads of State and Government. The Session was held under the outgoing Chairmanship of H.E. João Manuel Gonçalves Lourenço, President…

Source: Presidency of the Arab Republic of Egypt | Feb 15, 2026

Egypt: President El-Sisi Meets Prime Minister, Minister of Electricity and Renewable Energy

President El-Sisi gave directives to meet the energy needs of both productive and service sectors, ensuring industrial continuity, attracting new investment, and meeting citizens’ consumption needs

Today, President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi met with Prime Minister Dr. Mostafa Madbouly, and Minister of Electricity and Renewable Energy Eng. Mahmoud Esmat. The Spokesman for the Presidency, Ambassador Mohamed El-Shennawy, said the President was briefed during the meeting on the Ministry of Electricity and Renewable Energy's plan to secure electricity supply…

Source: Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Liberia | Feb 15, 2026

Liberia and Seychelles Forge Historic Diplomatic Partnership at African Union Summit

The signing ceremony took place on the margins of the 39th Session of the African Union Assembly, in a spirit of optimism and solidarity

The Government of the Republic of Liberia and the Government of the Republic of Seychelles have officially established diplomatic relations, marking a significant step toward strengthening bilateral ties and advancing cooperation across multiple sectors. The signing ceremony took place on the margins of the 39th Session of the African…

Source: Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Diaspora, Republic of Seychelles | Feb 15, 2026

Seychelles: Minister Barry Faure pays courtesy call on Chairperson of the African Union Commission

The discussions focused on matters of mutual interest, including regional peace and security, sustainable development, climate change, ocean governance and the blue economy

Mr. Barry Faure, Minister for Foreign Affairs and Diaspora of the Republic of Seychelles, paid a courtesy call on H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, Chairperson of the African Union Commission, on February 11th at the African Union Headquarters. The Chairperson of the African Union Commission (AUC) welcomed the Minister and congratulated him…

Source: State House Uganda | Feb 14, 2026

Uganda: President Museveni Urges National Resistance Movement (NRM) Chairpersons to Promote Wealth Creation, Accountability and Service Delivery

During the meeting, President Museveni, who is also the National Chairman of the NRM, congratulated the leaders upon their victory in the recently concluded elections

President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni yesterday evening met with the National Resistance Movement (NRM) Chairpersons for districts, cities, municipalities, and divisions at State House Entebbe. During the meeting, President Museveni, who is also the National Chairman of the NRM, congratulated the leaders upon their victory in the recently concluded elections. The…

Source: Presidency of the Arab Republic of Egypt | Feb 14, 2026

Egypt: President El-Sisi Meets Prime Minister and Minister of Finance

The President reviewed a new social protection package aimed at supporting the most vulnerable and low-income groups, coinciding with the advent of the holy month of Ramadan

Today, President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi met with Prime Minister Dr. Mostafa Madbouly and Minister of Finance Ahmed Kouchouk. Spokesman for the Presidency Ambassador Mohamed El-Shennawy stated that the President reviewed a new social protection package aimed at supporting the most vulnerable and low-income groups, coinciding with the advent of the…

Source: Embassy of the People's Republic of China in the Republic of Liberia | Feb 14, 2026

Ambassador Yin Chengwu Meets with Minister of Local Government of Liberia, Hon. Francis Sakila Nyumalin

Yin briefed Hon. Nyumalin on the outcomes of the Fourth Plenary Session of the 20th CPC Central Committee and expressed his willingness to work together

On February 13, Yin Chengwu, Chinese Ambassador to Liberia, met with Hon. Francis Sakila Nyumalin, Minister of Local Government of Liberia. Yin briefed Hon. Nyumalin on the outcomes of the Fourth Plenary Session of the 20th CPC Central Committee and expressed his willingness to work together to earnestly implement the important consensus…

Source: Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Diaspora, Republic of Seychelles | Feb 14, 2026

Seychelles bolsters regional and bilateral ties at the African Union Executive Council

The discussions centered on deepening strategic partnerships, streamlining diplomatic protocols, and fostering regional solidarity within the Indian Ocean and the broader African continent

Mr. Barry Faure, Seychelles’ Minister of Foreign Affairs and the Diaspora, concluded a series of high-level bilateral meetings on the margins of the African Union (AU) Executive Council in Addis Ababa. The discussions centered on deepening strategic partnerships, streamlining diplomatic protocols, and fostering regional solidarity within the Indian Ocean and…

Source: African Union (AU) | Feb 14, 2026

African Union Renews Commitment to Finance Gender Equality at High-Level Breakfast Meeting

The meeting reaffirmed that Africa’s path to achieving Agenda 2063 is closely tied to unlocking the economic potential of its women and youth

The Women, Gender and Youth Directorate of the African Union Commission, in collaboration with the Republic of Ghana, convened a High-Level Breakfast Meeting on the margins of the 39th Ordinary Session of the Assembly of the African Union in Addis Ababa. Organised by H.E. John Dramani Mahama, President of the Republic…

Source: Embassy of the People's Republic of China in the Republic of Zambia | Feb 14, 2026

Zambian Ministry of Defence Held Medal Awarding Ceremony for the 28th Chinese Military Medical Experts Team to Zambia

Zambia is committed to continuing to strengthen cooperation with China in the field of military medical and health services and deepening the friendly relations between the two countries

On February 12, 2026, the Zambian Ministry of Defence held a ceremony to award the “International Friendship and Cooperation Medal” to the 28th Chinese military medical experts team to Zambia. Mr. Maambo Haamaundu, Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Defense, Brigadier GeneralLevi Muchemwa, Commandant of Mania Soko Medical Centre, Wang Sheng, Chargé d'Affairesof the Embassy of the People’s Republic of Chinainthe Republic of Zambia and Senior Colonel Bai Yunfeng, Defense Attaché,…

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