International Relations Minister Ronald Lamola is in Ghana, leading South Africa’s delegation at an African Union (AU) meeting on the bloc’s funding.
Ministers are discussing ways to reduce the AU’s reliance on external donors and strengthen its financial independence.
Ministerial Spokesperson Phindile Kunene says the meeting is very important for South Africa and the continent.
“Minister Ronald Lamola is leading the South African delegation at the extraordinary session of the AU Executive Council taking place today in Accra, Ghana. The session’s focus is on financing the AU and its priorities. This is urgent, as our continent has seen a sharp decline in extending our funding in recent years. A reality that has deprived Africa’s development and peace efforts of resources at a time when they are needed most. Decision brings together ministers of foreign affairs and finance, along with Africa’s development and multilateral finance institutions.”
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