African diaspora sixth region high council launches in Maputo, Mozambique

Global African Diaspora Representatives, in collaboration with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Cooperation of the Republic of Mozambique, proudly announce the launch of the  of the African Union African Diaspora Sixth Region High Council.

This historic momentous occasion took place on 11 July 2023, in Maputo, Mozambique, coinciding with the celebration of the 20th anniversary of Article 3Q of the amended Constitutive Act of the African Union.

The launching ceremony was presided over by the esteemed Minister of Foreign Affairs and Cooperation of the Republic of Mozambique started with a warm welcome statement by the Maputo City Council on behalf of the Mayor of Maputo.

The Pan African Rootssynergy Maputo Roundtable was organized from  July 10 -13th 2023.

The African Union African Diaspora Sixth Region High Council aims to strengthen collaboration and promote development initiatives between Africa and the Diaspora. This Council recognizes the significance of harnessing the collective power and resources of the African Diaspora.-to drive socio-cultural and economic progress, poverty eradication, education and scientific research, healthcare, digital & technological advancement and sustainable development within both Africa and the Diaspora. Reparatory Justice for the crimes against Africa and African People in context of the Trans-Atlantic slavetrade, slavery and colonialism, as well the ‘Right to Return’ importance.

CEOAFRICA gathered that during the event, a significant milestone was achieved, as participants also established the African Diaspora Sixth Region Development Agency (ADDA). This Agency will serve as a vital vehicle for driving development initiatives in both Africa and the Diaspora. By fostering collaboration and leveraging resources from various stakeholders, this Agency will play a pivotal role in advancing socio-cultural and economic progress, poverty eradication, education, and healthcare, scientific, digital, technological and sustainable development within the African diaspora community. The presented Draft Legal Framework on behalf of the AU ECOSOCC in context of the 20 reserved seats for the Diaspora has provided opportunities for further exchanges with African Diaspora High Council’s Representatives.

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