African Union Commission (AUC) Chairperson Nkosazana Dlamini Zuma said Africa’s “Agenda 2063” aims at realizing a continent that is integrated, peaceful and prosperous, driven by its own citizens and playing a dynamic role in the world.

During a welcome speech at the 27th ordinary African summit here, Zuma thanked summit host Rwandan President Paul Kagame and the people and government of Rwanda for their legendary hospitality.

“As this Summit therefore discusses peace and security and how to silence the guns, we draw inspiration that peace is possible, as shown by Burkina Faso, Central African Republic, and Madagascar, who are rebuilding their countries after a recent period of conflict and instability.”

“The men, women and children, the young people and elderly of Burundi, Eastern DRC, the Lake Chad Basin, Libya, Mali Somalia, and South Sudan deserve no less.”

“We are encouraged that after the recent problems in South Sudan, IGAD met yesterday, and we are sure that their decisions will give hope to the people and especially the civilians of South Sudan.”

Source: MENA