{"id":438573,"date":"2025-03-28T15:01:14","date_gmt":"2025-03-28T12:01:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sonna.so\/en\/?p=438573"},"modified":"2025-03-28T15:01:14","modified_gmt":"2025-03-28T12:01:14","slug":"auc-chairperson-h-e-mahmoud-ali-youssouf-and-susan-thompson-buffett-foundation-vp-discuss-strengthening-africas-health-agenda","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sonna.so\/en\/auc-chairperson-h-e-mahmoud-ali-youssouf-and-susan-thompson-buffett-foundation-vp-discuss-strengthening-africas-health-agenda\/","title":{"rendered":"AUC Chairperson H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf and Susan Thompson Buffett Foundation VP Discuss Strengthening Africa\u2019s Health Agenda"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong><em>Addis Ababa, SONNA<\/em><\/strong>\u2013 The Chairperson of the African Union Commission (AUC), H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, held a high-level meeting with Dr. Senait Fisseha, Vice President of Global Programmes at the Susan Thompson Buffett Foundation, to explore ways of deepening collaboration in advancing Africa\u2019s health sector.<\/p>\n<p>The discussions centered on strengthening partnerships to improve healthcare access, enhance maternal and reproductive health services, and bolster disease prevention efforts across the continent. Both leaders reaffirmed their commitment to sustainable health interventions that align with the AU\u2019s Agenda 2063 and global development goals.<\/p>\n<p>H.E. Youssouf commended the Susan Thompson Buffett Foundation for its impactful work in Africa and emphasized the importance of strategic alliances in addressing pressing health challenges. \u201cCollaboration with key partners like the Buffett Foundation is critical to achieving equitable and resilient health systems in Africa,\u201d he stated.<\/p>\n<p>Dr. Fisseha highlighted the Foundation\u2019s dedication to supporting African-led health initiatives. \u201cBy working closely with the AU, we can amplify efforts to ensure women, girls, and vulnerable populations have access to quality healthcare,\u201d she said.<\/p>\n<p>The meeting underscored the need for increased investment in health infrastructure, innovation, and policy frameworks to drive long-term progress. Both parties agreed to enhance coordination in implementing programs that improve health outcomes continent-wide.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-438575\" src=\"https:\/\/sonna.so\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/GnH9FDjXwAAzUts-300x199.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"199\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sonna.so\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/GnH9FDjXwAAzUts-300x199.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/sonna.so\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/GnH9FDjXwAAzUts-1024x681.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/sonna.so\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/GnH9FDjXwAAzUts-768x511.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/sonna.so\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/GnH9FDjXwAAzUts-330x220.jpeg 330w, https:\/\/sonna.so\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/GnH9FDjXwAAzUts-420x280.jpeg 420w, https:\/\/sonna.so\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/GnH9FDjXwAAzUts-615x410.jpeg 615w, https:\/\/sonna.so\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/GnH9FDjXwAAzUts-860x572.jpeg 860w, https:\/\/sonna.so\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/GnH9FDjXwAAzUts.jpeg 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/> <img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-438577\" src=\"https:\/\/sonna.so\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/GnH9FDmWgAA56XP-300x210.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"210\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sonna.so\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/GnH9FDmWgAA56XP-300x210.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/sonna.so\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/GnH9FDmWgAA56XP-1024x718.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/sonna.so\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/GnH9FDmWgAA56XP-768x538.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/sonna.so\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/GnH9FDmWgAA56XP-860x603.jpeg 860w, https:\/\/sonna.so\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/GnH9FDmWgAA56XP.jpeg 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Addis Ababa, SONNA\u2013 The Chairperson of the African Union Commission (AUC), H.E. 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