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Notice of the Fourth Ordinary Session of the Sixth Legislature of the Pan-African Parliament and Related Meetings

The Pan-African Parliament (PAP) has officially announced the Fourth Ordinary Session of the Sixth Legislature, which will take place from 28th October to 17th November 2024, in Midrand, Republic of South Africa. This session will be held under the 2024 African Union theme:"Educating an Africa Fit for the 21st Century: Building Resilient Education Systems for Increased Success in Inclusive, Quality, and Relevant Lifelong Learning in Africa."

This gathering will feature a wide array of activities, including pre-session workshops, the Ordinary Session itself, and post-session planning meetings. Below is an overview of key events:

A. Pre-Session Preparatory Meetings (28th October – 3rd November 2024)

Prior to the formal opening of the Fourth Ordinary Session, several pre-session workshops and meetings will be held. These are essential for ensuring that Members of the Pan-African Parliament (PAP) are prepared for the discussions and deliberations that will follow during the official session. The pre-session activities are scheduled as follows:

Meeting/Workshop

Date

Bureau Meeting

28th and 29th October 2024

Ambassadors' Meeting (Members of the PAP Bureau and the African Diplomatic Corps accredited to South Africa)

30th October 2024

Joint Meeting of the PAP Bureau, Bureauxes of Permanent Committees, and Caucuses

31st October 2024

Meeting of the Rules, Privileges, and Disciplinary Committee

29th and 30th October 2024

Meeting of the Monetary and Financial Affairs Committee

29th and 30th October 2024

Joint Workshop of the Committee on Trade, Customs, and Immigration; the Committee on Cooperation, International Relations, and Conflict Resolution; and the Committee on Justice and Human Rights

28th, 29th, and 30th October 2024

Workshop of the Committee on Education, Tourism, Culture, and Human Resources

28th, 29th, and 30th October 2024

Strategic Planning Workshop (For all Members of PAP)

1st and 2nd November 2024

Orientation Meeting for New Members

3rd November 2024

Strategic Planning Workshop

A key event in the pre-session period is the Strategic Planning Workshop, taking place from 1st to 2nd November 2024. This workshop is open to all Members of the Pan-African Parliament and aims to develop a five-year Strategic Plan for the PAP. This initiative is crucial for setting the Parliament’s direction and priorities over the next five years.

Note: All members attending pre-session meetings are required to arrive in Johannesburg at least a day before their respective meetings.

B. Fourth Ordinary Session of the Pan-African Parliament (4th – 15th November 2024)

The Fourth Ordinary Session of the Pan-African Parliament will run from 4th to 15th November 2024. The Opening Ceremony will take place on 4th November, and the session will conclude with a Closing Ceremony on 15th November 2024.

Key Highlights:

  • Swearing-in of New Members: New members from countries that have held elections during the inter-session period will be sworn in during the Opening Ceremony on 4th November 2024. An Orientation Workshop for these members will be held on 3rd November 2024.
  • Representation Requirements: As per Article 4(2) and 4(3) of the Protocol to the Treaty Establishing the African Economic Community Relating to the Pan-African Parliament, each member state is required to send five representatives to the PAP, one of whom must be a woman. This representation must reflect the diversity of political opinions within the member state’s parliament or legislative body.

All parliaments are requested to submit the CVs, three passport-size photographs, and an appointment letter for the designated members signed by the relevant authorities by 17th October 2024. A nomination form for new members is attached to this notice.

C. Post-Session Meetings (16th – 17th November 2024)

Following the close of the Ordinary Session, a Joint Planning Meeting will be held from 16th to 17th November 2024. The purpose of this meeting is to jointly develop an Annual Work Plan for 2025 for the Pan-African Parliament.

This meeting is for:

  • Members of the PAP Bureau
  • Bureauxes of Committees and Caucuses

Conclusion

The upcoming Fourth Ordinary Session of the Sixth Legislature of the Pan-African Parliament is a significant event that will bring together parliamentarians and stakeholders from across Africa to discuss critical issues under the African Union's 2024 theme. The session’s discussions will focus on developing strategies to strengthen education systems across the continent, making them more resilient and inclusive. Members are urged to prepare thoroughly for both the pre-session and post-session activities to ensure the success of the session.

We look forward to the participation of all members and the fruitful outcomes of the discussions and deliberations.

For further inquiries, please contact the PAP Secretariat.

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