President Joseph Nyuma Boakai, Sr., is set to attend the 38th Ordinary Session of the African Union (AU) Assembly in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. The summit will take place from February 14-16, 2025, under the theme “Justice for Africans and People of African Descent Through Reparations.” This gathering will bring together heads of state and government to discuss critical issues impacting Africa and to establish policy priorities for the coming year.
During the summit, President Boakai plans to participate in discussions on sustainable financing mechanisms for quality education and skills development across Africa. These discussions align with Liberia’s commitment to enhancing educational opportunities and promoting economic growth.
Accompanying President Boakai are senior government officials including Foreign Minister Sara Beysolow Nyanti, Minister of State Without Portfolio Mamaka Bility, and Economic Advisor Morley Kamara. Also part of the delegation are Grand Bassa County Senator Gbehzohngar M. Findley and Chairman on Executive, House of Representatives Honorable Sekou Kanneh. They will engage in various high-level meetings and side events during the summit.
This event marks President Boakai’s first attendance at an AU summit since taking office in January 2024. His participation highlights Liberia’s dedication to engaging actively in continental affairs and collaborating with other African nations to tackle shared challenges and promote sustainable development.
While attending the summit, President Boakai is scheduled for bilateral meetings with other African leaders focusing on regional security, economic cooperation, and climate change strategies.
In his absence from Liberia, Minister of State for Presidential Affairs Honorable Sylvester Grisgsby will chair the cabinet meetings in consultation with both the Vice President and President via telephone. The delegation is expected back in Liberia on February 17, 2025.
