AU Commission Chairperson mourns Passing of the Former #Angola Minister of Foreign Affairs. The Chairperson of the African Union (AU) Commission, H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, has learned with deep sadness of the passing of H.E. Manuel Domingos Augusto, former Minister of External Relations of the Republic of Angola, distinguished diplomat, and a committed Pan-Africanist. The AUC Chairperson @ymahmoudali extends his heartfelt condolences, on behalf of the African Union Commission, to the Government and people of the Republic of Angola, as well as to the bereaved family, friends, and colleagues of the late diplomat. The African Union joins Angola in mourning this profound loss and pays tribute to H.E. Manuel Domingos Augusto’s enduring legacy of service to his nation and to Africa. May his soul rest in peace. Read @ au.int/en/pressreleases/2026…

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The @AfricanUnionUN together with the African Group, the United Nations African Ambassadors' Spouses Group (#UNAASG), and other partners hosted a vibrant Africa Day celebration in New York City, showcasing the continent's rich cultural heritage. The event drew a large presence , emphasizing unity and shared aspirations across Africa and beyond. After listening to the Message of AUC Chairperson, H. E Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, delivered by Ambassador Mohamed Fathi Edrees, Permanent Observer of the #AU to #UN, Keynote speakers included H. E. Mr. Milan Meetarbhan, PR of Mauritius 🇲🇺 to the @UN and current Chair of the African Group, Н.E. Mr. Samuel Yao Kumah, PR of Ghana 🇬🇭 to the UN, on behalf of the Representative of the Chairperson of the African Union Assembly of Heads of States (Burundi),H.E. Mr. Simon Cardy, Consul General of South Africa in New York (Chair of the Group of African Consuls General), followed by the Goodwill Messages by H.E. Ms. Amina J. Mohammed, UNDSG and Ms. Ana María Archila, Commissioner of the New York City Mayor's Office for International Affairs. The messages echoed the importance of cultural preservation, solidarity and sustainable development. Guests enjoyed the rich culinary diversity of typical African food, cultural performances, an Africa photo exhibition, and engaging exchanges celebrating Africa's potential. “Together, we stand united for progress, prosperity and development in our great continent ”. -Ambassador Edrees. #AfricaDay2026 #Agenda2063 #CulturalHeritage #UnitedForAfrica

🇫🇮&🇦🇴 as co-chairs of the working group on #LDC graduation held the final substantive meeting to discuss international support measures for LDCs yet to meet the criteria. The co-chairs will now prepare a report to highlight insights from the discussions over the past 2 months.

“At a time of increasing geopolitical fragmentation and declining trust in multilateral cooperation, strengthening solidarity and collective action has become indispensable for achieving the Sustainable Development Goals”. H.E. Amb.Francisco José da Cruz 🇦🇴 at Parliament of 🇫🇮#SDG.

Spouses of African Ambassadors Group hosted H.E. Ambassador Agnes Mary Chimbiri-Molande, Permanent Representative of Malawi 🇲🇼 for a moment of reflection at Angola 🇦🇴 Official Residence. Madame Graça da Cruz delivered the welcoming remarks.

“As a country of origin, transit, and destination, Angola 🇦🇴 views human mobility as a strategic issue that requires a balance between national sovereignty, international responsibility, and solidarity among States”. H.E. Domingos Custodio Vieira Lopes.

#LínguaPortuguesa: um idioma, muitos mundos. Na #ONU, diplomatas e convidados celebraram com a presença do secretário-geral, @antonioguterres. Evento reafirmou o português como mais que comunicação: é a ponte que conecta a história e o futuro de 300 milhões. @_CPLP @camoes_ip

👉Língua Portuguesa: Uma Conexão Global na #ONU! A semana de celebração encerrou-se com um encontro épico de culturas. Com a presença do chefe da #ONU, @antonioguterres, diplomatas e a vibrante diáspora, exaltaram a força de um idioma que une continentes. news.un.org/pt/story/2026/05…

The establishment of this working group is a milestone – and the successful conclusion of its work will take us a step closer to reaching the ambitious goals of the Doha Programme of Action. Angola and Finland are honoured to co-chair this important work, H.E. Amb Francisco José da Cruz #UNORLLs .

2/2 I congratulate Amb. da Cruz @MissionAngola & Amb. Kalkku @FinlandUN for their election as Co-Chairs of this important work, and thank Member States for their engagement. @UNOHRLLS stands ready to support this process.

“The challenges to eliminating discrimination and violence against women and girls are ongoing and require pragmatic and sustainable responses, including integrated actions of prevention, education and accountability to break the cycle of abuse and ensure effective equality for all women and girls”, 🇦🇴 Minister of Social Action, Family and Women's Promotion, H.E. Ana Paula do Sacramento Neto, #CSW70

A ministra da Ação Social, Família e Promoção da Mulher de #Angola, Ana Paula Sacramento, discursou na #CSW realçando um papel cada vez mais relevante da mulher liderando campos desde tomada de decisões públicas e governação. @AngolaOnu @MissionAngola news.un.org/pt/story/2026/03…

Angola 🇦🇴 Permanent Representative, H.E. Ambassador Francisco José da Cruz and @USGRabab_UN exchanged on the role of OHRLLS in the current context of multiple crises. Amb. Da Cruz reiterated his strong appreciation and political support for the UNOHRLLS mandate,

“Strengthening water governance, investing in resilient infrastructure and promoting integrated water-energy-food approaches remain the country´s strategic priorities”, Amb. Francisco José da Cruz.

Angola 🇦🇴 advocates for increased and complementary role of the General Assembly whenever the Security Council is unable to fulfill its obligations under the Charter.

The @AfricanUnionUN and the @MissionAngola co-hosted the 2nd Workshop in a series of the Angolan academic Leadership workshops ahead of the high-level HBCUs Leadership Meeting on the theme “The Future of #HBCU in Africa” to be held in Angola 🇦🇴 on June 17-19 , 2026. The first Session was launched by H.E Tete Antonio, Minister of External Relations of Angola 🇦🇴 and Chair of the Executive Council of the AU. Opening statements were delivered by the Secretary of State for Higher Education of the Republic of Angola, Mr Eugénio Adolfo Alves da Silva, the PR of Angola to the UN, Amb. Francisco Jose da Cruz, and welcome remarks by the Permanent Observer of the AU to the UN, Amb. Mohamed Edrees . Participants included, academicians, diplomats, students and experts who provided insights on the development of #HBCUs universities and its impact on cultural and education diplomacy. Underscoring the need to advocate for a strong education partnership between African universities and the HCBUs in line with the #Agenda2063 and #Agenda2030. #TheAfricaWeWant

“The partnership between Historically Black Colleges and Universities and #African higher education institutions carries profound historical and contemporary significance. #HBCUs have, for generations, served as bastions of academic excellence, producing leaders who have shaped the course of history. Their engagement with African educational institutions creates a bridge of knowledge, culture, and shared heritage that strengthens the bonds between the African diaspora and the motherland.” -CDA Mr. Salem Matug, on behalf of the Permanent Observer of the #AU to @UN, H.E. Amb. Mohamed Edrees , at the event “Future of #HBCU in Africa: A High-Level HBCU Leadership Meeting “, co-hosted by the @MissionAngola #Agenda2063