Luanda – Angola ruling MPLA party on Wednesday praised the country’s president João Lourenço diplomatic initiatives for the pacification in Africa, with emphasis on the eastern region of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and the fight against terrorism and unconstitutional changes of government in the continent.
In a message on the 2nd anniversary of the Day of Peace and Reconciliation in Africa marked on January 31, the MPLA's Political Bureau highlights President João Lourenço's commitment to the socio-economic and political-cultural development of the region.
"For Angola in particular, January 31has a special significance, marked by the designation of President João Lourenço as Champion for Peace and Reconciliation in Africa," reads the message.
The message reaffirms support to the Angolan government to strengthen cooperation with African countries, seeking consensus on the continent's major issues, with an emphasis on effective peace.
It considers that the date represents a collective commitment to peace and social cohesion at national, regional and continental levels.
"The MPLA Political Bureau welcomes this occasion, wishing for times to come marked by actions that promote the development of the "Cradle of Humankind Continent", breaking down existing obstacles," the message said.
The Day of Peace and Reconciliation in Africa was established following the Declaration of the 16th Extraordinary Session of the Assembly of Heads of State and Government of the African Union (AU) on Terrorism and Unconstitutional Changes of Government in Africa held in May 2022 in Malabo, Equatorial Guinea.
CNA-Angola
The National Adjudication Committee (CNA-Angola) for the 2024 SADC Journalism Prize welcomed the date and highlighted the commitment of the Head of State, João Lourenço, who two years ago was "honourably designated a champion for peace and reconciliation in Africa".
As a SADC member organization, the CNA-Angola SADC Journalism Prize 2024 applauds and salutes the vital role that President João Lourenço is playing in building bridges, overcoming challenges and promoting cohesion among African nations.
It calls on Angolan journalists to continue to fulfill their basic role of disseminating information that promotes mutual understanding, tolerance and peace, the premises for building a harmonious and prosperous future for the African peoples. MCN/VIC/AMP
