Senegalese President Macky Sall has taken over as African Union (AU) Chairperson. Meanwhile, President Cyril Ramaphosa is attending the gathering virtually and he is represented by International Relations and Cooperation Minister Naledi Pandor in Addis Ababa. President Ramaphosa participates in the 35th Heads of State Opening Ceremony:Meanwhile, the AU’s decision to grant Israeli diplomats observer status will come under the spotlight. South Africa and Algeria presented the motion questioning the AU’s decision to grant Israel an observer status within the AU ranks. President Cyril Ramaphosa’s expected to brief the summit on Africa’s plan to fight climate change.

Source: Ethiopian News February 05, 2022 18:53 UTC