The Chairperson of the African Union Commission, H.E. Moussa Faki Mahamat, has extended his heartfelt congratulations to H.E. Taye Atske-Selassie, who has been appointed as the new President of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia.
The appointment was made during a joint session of the House of Peoples Representatives and the House of Federation in Addis Ababa on October 7, 2024.
According to a press statement issued on Monday by the Spokesperson to the Chairperson, Ebba Kalondo, the AU Chairperson also commended outgoing President H.E. Sahlework Zewde for her “historic and impactful leadership” during her six-year tenure as Ethiopia’s first female president.
Mahamat reaffirmed the African Union Commission’s ongoing support for Ethiopia as it continues its journey toward “deepening democracy and sustainable development.” This message of support highlights the AU’s commitment to assisting Ethiopia in its socio-political and economic development efforts.
Ozioma Samuel-Ugwuezi
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