African Union Pledges Continued Support to South Sudan on Independence Day

(ADDIS ABABA) – The Chairperson of the African Union Commission, H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, has sent a message of congratulations to the Government and people of South Sudan in honour of the country’s 14th Independence Day, celebrated on 9 July 2025.

In his message, the AU Chairperson described the day as an important milestone in South Sudan’s long journey towards freedom, unity and national development. He praised the resilience and determination shown by the South Sudanese people since gaining independence in 2011, and reaffirmed the AU’s support for their continued efforts toward peace, stability and prosperity.

The African Union also expressed its commitment to strengthening cooperation with South Sudan in several areas, including regional integration, sustainable development and the advancement of Pan-Africanism. The Chairperson noted that these shared goals form the foundation for deeper ties between Juba and the continental body.

“The African Union remains firmly committed to working hand in hand with South Sudan to advance regional integration, promote sustainable development, and uphold the shared values of Pan-Africanism and unity,” the Chairperson said.