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President Ramaphosa in Egypt for 8th AU Mid-Year Coordination Meeting

The AU Mid-Year Coordination Meeting allows the leaders to assess progress on key projects

President Ramaphosa in Egypt for 8th AU Mid-Year Coordination Meeting

President Cyril Ramaphosa has traveled to Egypt to attend the 8th African Union Mid-Year Coordination Meeting. This gathering includes heads of state and government from the AU bureau, chairs of regional economic communities, and other significant individuals. The primary purpose of the meeting is to evaluate the advancement of major continental initiatives.

The heads of state and government will deliberate on the role of the AU Development Agency, NEPAD, in hastening regional and continental integration. They will also examine the advancement in the execution of the African Continental Free Trade Area. Additionally, leaders will be briefed on the progress of initiatives aimed at expediting infrastructure projects related to water and sanitation.

President Ramaphosa, serving as the Chair of the Southern African Development Community (SADC), is set to participate in the meeting in El-Alamein, Egypt. Accompanying him are officials including Ronald Lamola, Minister of the Department of International Relations and Cooperation; Khumbudzo Ntshavheni, Minister in the Presidency; and Parks Tau, Minister of Trade, Industry and Competition.

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