In personFree
Member State delegation
Ministers of Foreign Affairs, Ministers of Finance and members of official Member State delegations.
African Union · Executive Council
27th Extraordinary Session of the Executive Council
Dedicated to Financing the Union
About the session
A Union that funds its own future
Financing the African Union is central to the ongoing institutional reform process. In Accra, Ministers of Foreign Affairs and Ministers of Finance come together to agree measures that strengthen the financing of the Union and of the Peace Fund, reduce dependence on external financing and ensure predictable funding for the Union's programmes and peace support operations.
On the agenda
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Financing the Union
Predictable, sustainable funding for AU programmes.
- 02
The Peace Fund
Africa's own resources for peace and security.
- 03
Accountability
Financial discipline and transparency across the Union.
AU Theme of the Year 2026
Year of Water Sustainability
Assuring sustainable water availability and safe sanitation systems to achieve the goals of Agenda 2063.
Participants
Who will be in the room
A ministerial session that brings the Member States together with the institutions and partners that carry the Union's work.
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Member StatesMinisters of Foreign Affairs and Ministers of Finance of Member States - AU CommissionLeadership of the AU Commission
- InstitutionsAU organs and institutions
- RegionsLeadership of the RECs / RMs
- Special mandatesAU Special Envoys and High-Level Panels
- PartnersUnited Nations, international partners and other stakeholders
Registration
Who are you registering as?
Everyone registers, whether you are joining us in Accra or following online. Registration is free. Pick the pass that matches your role and your confirmation will arrive by email.
Registration closes
Registering a delegation or a team?
Choose your pass below and select group registration on the form. Add everyone in one go and each person receives their own confirmation and badge.
Attending in person
In personFree
AU organs & RECs/RMs
The AU Commission, AU organs, Specialised Agencies, Regional Economic Communities and Mechanisms.
In personFree
Partners & observers
The United Nations, international partners, Special Envoys and invited stakeholders.
In personFree
Media
Journalists, photographers and crews covering the opening ceremony.
Joining online
OnlineFree
Online participation
Follow the full session from wherever you are. Your private livestream link arrives by email as soon as you register.
How it works
- 1
Register
Choose your pass and fill in the short form, for yourself or your whole group.
- 2
Review
AUC Protocol and Security review in-person requests.
- 3
Confirmation
Your QR badge, or your livestream link, arrives by email.
- 4
On the day
Bring your QR code and ID to Labadi Beach Hotel, or join online.
Venue
Labadi Beach Hotel, Accra
- Friday, 13 November 2026
- 09:00–17:00 GMT (local time)
- No. 1 La Bypass, Labadi, Accra, Ghana
Please arrive early to allow time for security screening and badge collection.
FAQ
Good to know
Who needs to register?
Everyone. Whether you are attending in person in Accra or following online, please register using the pass that matches your role.
Is there a fee?
No. Registration is free for every pass.
Can I register my whole delegation or team at once?
Yes. Choose your pass in the Registration section on this page and select group registration on the form. Add each member of your delegation or team; everyone receives their own confirmation and badge.
Does registering guarantee in-person access?
In-person passes are reviewed by the AUC Protocol and Security services, and you will be notified by email once approved. Online registrations are confirmed straight away.
How do I get my badge or livestream link?
Both are sent to the email address you register with. On the day, bring your QR badge and the passport or ID you registered with.
What can media cover?
Accredited media are invited to cover the opening ceremony. Any further access will be communicated by the AUC Information and Communication Directorate.
When does registration close?
Wednesday, 11 November 2026 at 23:59 GMT.
Who can I contact?
For media enquiries, contact Mr. Gamal Eldin Ahmed A. Karrar, Senior Communication Officer, Information and Communication Directorate, AU Commission, at GamalK@africanunion.org. For general enquiries, write to DIC@africanunion.org.
