UK at the African Union

The UK has announced new rules to simplify trade and boost imports from developing countries in Africa, helping build resilient economies and boosting global growth. More trade, more investment - the best path to prosperity for all. #GoFarGoTogether

This #YouthSkillsDay, the 🇬🇧 UK celebrates young Africans driving economic growth through AI, digital and green innovation. Together, we’re investing in equipping youth with the skills to thrive in the future of work. #WorkLifeReady #GoFarGoTogether #WYSD2025

🇬🇧 UK Perm Rep @DarrenWelchFCDO and 🇬🇧 Deputy Perm Rep @AdamDrury were honoured to meet H.E #AUC Chairperson @ymahmoudali to discuss peace and security issues across the continent 🌍 Together in partnership, we will work for a more integrated, prosperous and peaceful Africa 🕊️

🇬🇧 UK was honoured to join @AUC_PAPS vital discussion on rehabilitating and reintegrating children affected by armed conflict. As highlighted by the moving contributions, the voices of victims must guide our efforts to end these violations and support recovery.

👇🏾📻Check out this podcast below with 🇬🇧 Ambassador @AdamDrury speaking health security with @AfricaCDC and @ASLM_News 🇬🇧is proud to partner with the #AU to bolster health security and non-proliferation efforts across the continent and respond to biological threats 🦠🏥

I welcome the deal agreed between the DRC government and AFC/M23 yesterday in Doha. This marks a significant step towards peace in eastern Congo. I am grateful to Qatari mediators, who made this agreement possible.

I welcome the news that the Government of DRC, through Qatari mediation, have agreed a Declaration of Principles with Alliance Fleuve Congo/M23. This is an important step towards peace.

Delighted to welcome guests with Ambassador Losi yesterday, as 🇬🇧 prepares to co-host the @GlobalFund’s Eighth Replenishment with 🇿🇦 in 2025. We’re working together for a successful replenishment, to tackle infectious diseases and strengthen global health security. #UKwithSA

Director @SarjohBah3 received Amb. Alison Blackburne, #UK Special Envoy to the Horn of Africa and Red Sea accompanied by Amb. @AdamDrury .They discussed progress made in #Somalia & efforts to continue supporting @aussom_ and agreed to foster #AU - #UK collaboration..1/2

🇬🇧 honored to listen and engage with the continent’s climate and nature priorities #AMCENat40 ☀️🌳 Important discussions on: 👉🏽adaptation financing 🏦 👉🏽land restoration🪾 👉🏽ocean & wildlife conservation 🌊 👉🏽common positions ahead of Africa Climate Summit 2 and COP30 🌍

At the opening of the 7th AU Mid-Year Coordination Meeting, the Chairperson of the AU Commission, H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf @ymahmoudali , expressed gratitude to President Teodoro Obiang Nguema Mbasogo for hosting the meeting in Malabo. He underscored that the Executive Council…

Exciting News! The West Africa Hub is now accepting nominations for The Earthshot Prize 2026! 🌍✨ @EarthshotPrize Know any climate heroes in 🇳🇬 making a difference? 🌱🌿 Submit their details by 3rd December! 🗓️ #EarthshotPrize #ClimateAction #ClimateInnovation #GoFarGoTogether

🗞 NEW: A new joint study by @AfricaCDC and the @UKHSA confirms the crucial role international health teams have played in outbreak response across Africa. It also highlights the need for more strategic, locally tailored, and sustainable approaches. A new roadmap will help…

Huge thanks @AUBinetaDiop for your leadership on Women, Peace and Security, both with @_AfricanUnion and over your illustrious career 🇬🇧 honoured to partner with you on driving the WPS agenda in Africa and 🌍 We look forward to continuing this important work with @Amb_Mulamula

🇬🇧Deputy Ambassador @LukeBullock was delighted to host @UNHumanRights Assistant Secretary-General Ilze Brands Kehris and international partners to discuss collaboration in support of @UN and @_AfricanUnion peace missions. Thanks to 🇪🇺🇩🇰🇩🇪🇮🇪🇯🇵🇸🇮🇸🇪🇨🇭for their valued insights 🌍

🔋 Not enough energy? Africa has more than enough sun and wind. @rkyte365 shows how renewables can power every home 🏠, business and school - with the right investment. #LCAW2025 #GoFarGoTogether

🌱 With #LCAW underway in London, meet Askema Engineering: a UK-supported Ethiopian startup turning discarded animal bones 🦴 into eco-friendly brake pads. Innovation like this shows how we can tackle the climate crisis together. #GoFarGoTogether

Clean energy vs farming? Not a zero-sum game. @rkyte365 busts the myth - solar panels can coexist with crops and grazing 🐄🌱. We can power up ⚡ - and feed our communities. #LCAW2025 #GoFarGoTogether

💡 Lights out? Not with renewables. @rkyte365 explains how clean energy, storage, and smart grids are lighting up Africa - day and night 🌙☀️. #LCAW2025 #GoFarGoTogether

💸 Renewables are too expensive? Think again. Solar ☀️ and wind are now the cheapest sources of new power in many parts of Africa. To mark #LCAW2025, @rkyte365 explains why clean energy isn’t a luxury - it’s a smart investment. #GoFarGoTogether