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The 15th Ordinary Session of the Summit of the African Union (AU) got underway in Kampala, Uganda, on Monday, under the theme: "Maternal, Infant and Child Health and Development in Africa".
The AU Commissioner for Social Affairs, Bience Gawanas, says it is “important for the AU, our leaders and the continent that the July summit should not just be an end in itself, but a means to an end... this summit will not aim for just another declaration.
"We are looking forward to an outcome that will make a real difference - not just another commitment."
President Jacob Zuma, who is currently on a working visit to Libya, is expected to attend the summit from next week when Heads of State and Government convene their session from 25-27 July.
Ugandan authorities have assured that country was ready to host a safe summit despite the recent al-Shahab-inspired suicide bombings that killed more than 70 people. - BuaNews
