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President Salva Kiir Mayardit this afternoon travelled to Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, to participate in the 38th Ordinary Assembly of the Heads of State and Government for the African Union.

The Summit held under the theme ‘Justice for Africans and People of African Descent Through Reparations’ will focus on advancing reparatory justice and fostering racial healing across the continent.

Press Secretary Lily Adhieu Martin Manyiel says while in Addis Ababa, President Kiir will hold several sideline meetings, with other leaders, including the UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres, to discuss the peace process in South Sudan, the Sudan’s refugees in the country and issues of climate change among others.

President Kiir’s participation in Summit demonstrates South Sudan’s commitment to regional cooperation, focusing on peace, security, and economic development for the African continent.