By Burnett Munthali
Malawi’s Vice President, Dr. Jane Ansah, touched down in Angola on Saturday night to participate in a series of high-profile African Union meetings that are expected to influence regional cooperation and development priorities.
She landed at Dr. António Agostinho Neto International Airport in Icolo e Bengo province, where she was welcomed by Minister of Foreign Affairs Dr. George Chaponda, Malawi’s Ambassador to Angola Margaret Constance Kamoto, and several officials who had gathered to receive her.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs reports that Dr. Ansah will represent Malawi at the 7th African Union–European Union Summit, an important platform where leaders from both continents will assess their partnership and explore ways to enhance collaboration in key areas such as security, governance, economic progress, migration, and global cooperation.
During her stay, Dr. Ansah is also expected to engage with various partner nations to discuss Malawi’s strategic response to ongoing national pressures, including shortages of food, fuel, fertilizer, foreign exchange, and essential medical supplies. These discussions will form part of Malawi’s broader diplomatic efforts to strengthen support systems amid global and regional challenges.
This year’s summit carries special significance as it marks 25 years of cooperation between the AU and EU—an evolving partnership that has shaped policy dialogue and development initiatives across Africa.
Meeting proceedings will be jointly led by Angolan President João Lourenço and European Council President António Costa. Their leadership will be complemented by the participation of European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and African Union Chair Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, underscoring the summit’s high-level representation.
Held under the theme “Promoting peace and prosperity through effective multilateralism,” the gathering aims to reinforce constructive engagement and deepen joint commitments as both continents navigate complex political and economic realities.
