Zambia Strengthens AU Ties as Ambassador Muchanga Assumes Role
H.E. Amb. Albert Muchanga, Zambia’s newly appointed Permanent Representative to the African Union (AU), this morning presented his letters of accreditation to H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, Chairperson of the African Union Commission.
During the ceremony, Chairperson Youssouf praised Amb. Muchanga for his prior service within the AU Commission, noting that his institutional experience will contribute significantly to the ongoing AU reform processes.
He also commended Zambia’s steadfast support to the Union, highlighting the country’s hosting of the AU ECOSOCC Secretariat and the Africa CDC Regional Office, as well as its constructive role in regional diplomacy as host of COMESA and active member of SADC.
The Chairperson further paid tribute to President Hakainde Hichilema for his leadership in the AU Reform Group and proactive engagement on key continental priorities, including the fight against cholera outbreaks and initiatives to end child marriage.
In his remarks, Amb. Muchanga congratulated the Chairperson on his leadership and reaffirmed Zambia’s full support for the AU reform agenda, emphasising the country’s commitment to advancing continental cooperation and development.
