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The ICRC delegation to the AU works with the AU to promote the implementation of IHL, tackle humanitarian issues and promote our activities: @ICRC_Africa

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linkhttps://www.icrc.org/en/document/icrc-delegation-african-union calendar_today17-02-2017 08:04:40

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.Bruce Mokaya calls for African Union Member States to join the TPNW to eliminate nuclear weapons and bolster peace and security. He highlights the catastrophic humanitarian consequences of nuclear weapon use and the urgency of a nuclear-free world. #NuclearBan

.<a href="/BruceMokayaICRC/">Bruce Mokaya</a> calls for African Union Member States to join the TPNW to eliminate nuclear weapons and bolster peace and security. He highlights the catastrophic humanitarian consequences of nuclear weapon use and the urgency of a nuclear-free world.
#NuclearBan
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The African Conference on the Universalization & Implementation of the TPNW is discussing: - Risks of nuclear weapons use & humanitarian consequences - Africa's security concerns - Role of African states in universalizing & implementing the TPNW #NuclearBan

The African Conference on the Universalization &amp; Implementation of the TPNW is discussing:

- Risks of nuclear weapons use &amp; humanitarian consequences
- Africa's security concerns 
- Role of African states in universalizing &amp; implementing the TPNW

#NuclearBan
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1/ ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡นGreetings from Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, where the African Conference on the Universalization and Implementation of the #TPNW took place today. This crucial event not only addressed the dangers of nuclear weapons but also emphasized Africa's key role in tackling #nuclearisks.

1/ ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡นGreetings from Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, where the African Conference on the Universalization and Implementation of the #TPNW took place today.

This crucial event not only addressed the dangers of nuclear weapons but also emphasized Africa's key role in tackling #nuclearisks.
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๐€๐Ÿ๐ซ๐ข๐œ๐š๐ง ๐”๐ง๐ข๐จ๐ง ๐ƒ๐š๐ฒ. This day of ๐Ÿ— ๐’๐ž๐ฉ๐ญ๐ž๐ฆ๐›๐ž๐ซ will always be full of memories but also of expectations. Remembering not only the first steps of this long-held political project of African unity, but also memory of the achievements made on the road to this

๐€๐Ÿ๐ซ๐ข๐œ๐š๐ง ๐”๐ง๐ข๐จ๐ง ๐ƒ๐š๐ฒ.
This day of ๐Ÿ— ๐’๐ž๐ฉ๐ญ๐ž๐ฆ๐›๐ž๐ซ will always be full of memories but also of expectations. Remembering not only the first steps of this long-held political project of African unity, but also memory of the achievements made on the road to this
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๐ŸŽ“ ๐Ÿ“š Protecting education in armed conflict is a humanitarian imperative. In a recent briefing to the African Union Peace and Security Council, Bruce Mokaya highlighted education's vital role in building peace and development. ๐Ÿ”—Read more ๐Ÿ‘‰ ms.spr.ly/6012mzstM

๐ŸŽ“ ๐Ÿ“š Protecting education in armed conflict is a humanitarian imperative.

In a recent briefing to the African Union Peace and Security Council, <a href="/BruceMokayaICRC/">Bruce Mokaya</a> highlighted education's vital role in building peace and development.

๐Ÿ”—Read more ๐Ÿ‘‰ ms.spr.ly/6012mzstM
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๐Ÿ“ขMedia Advisory Commemoration of the 75th Anniversary of the Four Geneva Conventions and Launch of the international humanitarian law Caucus icrc.org/en/news-releasโ€ฆ

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Spotlighting armed conflicts in Africa, we created a photo exhibition that highlights the plight of Sudanese women & children displaced by armed conflict are now living in shelters in Chad. DIRCO South Africa ICRC Sudan ICRC Africa #Chad

Spotlighting armed conflicts in Africa, we created a photo exhibition that highlights the plight of Sudanese women &amp; children displaced by armed conflict are now living in shelters in Chad. <a href="/DIRCO_ZA/">DIRCO South Africa</a> <a href="/ICRC_Sudan/">ICRC Sudan</a> <a href="/ICRC_Africa/">ICRC Africa</a> #Chad
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๐Ÿ“ขAnnouncement!! Commemoration of the 75th Anniversary of the four Geneva Conventions and Launch of the #IHL Caucus #GC75 #GenevaConventions

๐Ÿ“ขAnnouncement!!
Commemoration of the 75th Anniversary of the four Geneva Conventions and Launch of the #IHL Caucus

#GC75
#GenevaConventions
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The one set of rules we all agree on. 75 years on, at a defining historical moment when we are witnessing extreme human suffering from more than 120 armed conflicts globally, itโ€™s time to renew commitment to the letter & principles of the Geneva Convention. #IntlLaw #NZforPeace

The one set of rules we all agree on. 75 years on, at a defining historical moment when we are witnessing extreme human suffering from more than 120 armed conflicts globally, itโ€™s time to renew commitment to the letter &amp; principles of the Geneva Convention. 
#IntlLaw #NZforPeace
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Happening Now!! Commemoration of the 75th Anniversary of the Geneva Conventions. #GenevaConventions #GC75 The one set of rules we all agree on

Happening Now!!
Commemoration of the 75th Anniversary of the Geneva Conventions.
#GenevaConventions
#GC75
The one set of rules we all agree on
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At the #GC75 commemoration! We've heard inspiring calls to action for stronger compliance with IHL, emphasizing its crucial role in preserving human dignity. Deepened understanding of the intricate link between IHL and peace and analyzed IHL in the African context.

At the #GC75 commemoration! We've heard inspiring calls to action for stronger compliance with IHL, emphasizing its crucial role in preserving human dignity. Deepened understanding of the intricate link between IHL and peace and analyzed IHL in the African context.
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The Launch of IHL Caucus!! The IHL Caucus is officially launched! This platform, comprised of dedicated African diplomats, will champion enhanced compliance with International Humanitarian Law. By fostering dialogue and collaboration. #GenevaConventions #GC75

The Launch of IHL Caucus!!
The IHL Caucus is officially launched! This platform, comprised of dedicated African diplomats, will champion enhanced compliance with International Humanitarian Law. By fostering dialogue and collaboration.
#GenevaConventions
#GC75
ICRC Africa (@icrc_africa) 's Twitter Profile Photo

We recently supported the Hawassa Physical Rehabilitation Center in #Ethiopia to build a dormitory, ensuring patients traveling long distances can access care in comfort.

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"Sudan has recorded the highest level of displacement in the world, this year. We are talking about 10 million having been displaced from their homes." Bruce Mokaya skynewsarabia.com/video/1742890 ICRC Sudan ICRC Africa ICRC

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๐Ÿค The 9th Humanitarian Coordination Forum, with UNOCHA African Union Liaison Office as secretariat & UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency + Plan International as co-chairs, focused on collective action to support African Union's humanitarian efforts across Africa. Updates: โœ”๏ธ Year 1 review โœ”๏ธ Sudan situation ๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฉ โœ”๏ธ Workplan/Priorities

๐Ÿค The 9th Humanitarian Coordination Forum, with <a href="/UNOCHAAU/">UNOCHA African Union Liaison Office</a> as secretariat &amp; <a href="/Refugees/">UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency</a>  + <a href="/PlanGlobal/">Plan International</a> as co-chairs, focused on collective action to support African Union's humanitarian efforts across Africa. 
Updates: โœ”๏ธ Year 1 review โœ”๏ธ Sudan situation ๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฉ โœ”๏ธ Workplan/Priorities