The African Union and Africa Leadership Foundation have signed a Memorandum of Understanding towards “Operationalizing joint programmes to enhance credibility in the management of elections and the advancement of good governance, peace and security in Africa”.
The MoU signing event took place on October 8 at the African Union headquarters in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.
It was performed by Ambassador Bankole Adeoye, AU Commissioner for Political Affairs, Peace and Security, on behalf of the Commission, and Dr. Olumide Ajayi, Executive Director of the ALF.
Speaking at the signing ceremony, Commissioner Adeoye emphasised the critical need for robust partnerships to entrench democratic governance, especially at a time when the abuse of constitutions and unconstitutional changes of government are rife.
Dr. Ajayi on his part said: “We are very determined to work with the AU through PAPS to ensure that we create a better environment through appropriate deployment of sound election observation management, analytics, research, capacity building framework and engagement with stakeholders.”
The MoU, which aims to strengthen cooperation between both institutions, is a mutual commitment to build on comparative advantages and complement efforts for more transparent and credible democratic societies in Africa.
ALF, is one of Africa’s foremost NGO that has been at the forefront of advocating and entrenching democratic and governance ideals that promotes peace and security in Africa.
