Overview

The African Union is a continental organization made up of 55 member states, created to promote unity, peace, and sustainable development across Africa. It serves as a platform for regional integration, collective diplomacy, and homegrown solutions to Africa’s challenges. The AU aims to strengthen economic ties, foster good governance, and support innovation as the continent faces rapid change and opportunity. It also places a crucial role in conflict resolution and peacekeeping efforts, working to ensure stability and security across the continent.

Topic 1: Advancing Technological Infrastructure in Africa

At this conference, the first topic will be Advancing Technological Infrastructure in Africa. Technological advancement is key to unlocking Africa’s development potential, but many countries still face a lack of digital infrastructure, unreliable internet access, and limited research investment. Delegates will address how to expand broadband, improve STEM education, and attract private-sector innovation. How can the AU foster regional digital integration and tech equity? Should a continental framework be created to guide national tech development plans? A unified push for digital growth could transform education, health, and entrepreneurship across Africa. 

Topic 2: Combatting Infectious Diseases

Additionally, the second topic will be Combatting Infectious Diseases, which is an issue that unfortunately still plagues the continent. Infectious diseases like malaria, HIV/AIDS, and Ebola continue to threaten public health in many AU member states. Weak healthcare systems, vaccine inequity, and insufficient emergency coordination exacerbate these risks. Delegates must explore how to strengthen regional disease surveillance, expand access to medicines, and invest in healthcare infrastructure. How can the AU lead continent-wide preparedness initiatives? What partnerships with global health bodies are most effective? Delegates must propose African-led solutions that prioritize resilience, equity, and rapid response capabilities.

More information will be released in the coming months!