The Chairperson of the African Union (AU) Commission, H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, the Deputy Chairperson H.E. @DCP_Haddadi delivered remarks at a meeting of the AU Staff Association, during which they commended AU staff for their dedication, professionalism, & continued commitment to advancing the mandate of the Organisation in service of African citizens.

They reaffirmed the importance of strengthening staff welfare & institutional capacity, including through sustainable approaches & broader staff support mechanisms. They underscored the need for continued engagement with Member States in pursuit of sustainable solutions that safeguard the effectiveness & long-term stability of the Commission, including in relation to the implementation of the Skills Audit and Competency Assessment (SACA).

The meeting provided an opportunity for constructive dialogue between Management & the staff. Staff members expressed appreciation for the reforms undertaken thus far in the interest of staff welfare & institutional efficiency, while reaffirming their commitment to contributing to the success of the Organisation.

The Chairperson encouraged staff to continue working in a spirit of solidarity, professionalism, & collective responsibility to ensure the effective delivery of the African Union’s priorities and programmes.