Ghana is set to host the 27th Extraordinary Session of the Executive Council of the African Union (AU), dedicated to financing the Union, on Friday, November 13, 2026.
The meeting, which will take place at the Labadi Beach Hotel in Accra at 9 am, is being organised in collaboration with the African Union Commission under the patronage of President John Dramani Mahama.
According to a statement release by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Wednesday, November 11, the session will focus on strengthening the African Union’s financial independence, accountability and capacity to implement its continental priorities.
The statement noted that the financing of the Union remains a key part of ongoing institutional reforms aimed at reducing dependence on external funding and ensuring sustainable financial support for its programmes and peace support operations.
It further highlighted the role of Kenya’s President, Dr William Samoei Ruto, who also serves as the African Union Champion for Institutional Reform, in leading efforts to advance reforms towards strengthening the Union’s financial sustainability.
According to the ministry of Foreign Affairs the session is expected to bring together African Union Ministers of Foreign Affairs and Finance, the AU Commission leadership, representatives of AU organs and institutions, Regional Economic Communities and Regional Mechanisms, as well as United Nations and other international partners.
It was also stated that other stakeholders, including AU Special Envoys and High-Level Panels, are also expected to participate in the meeting.
Source: Abigail Ekua Arhin
