Pan-African Parliament Leadership adopts agenda and sets strategic direction for upcoming Ordinary Session

The Bureau of the Pan-African Parliament (PAP), alongside the Bureaux of Permanent Committees, Regional Caucuses, Women’s Caucus, and Youth Caucus, has adopted the agenda for the 4th Ordinary Session of the Sixth Parliament, set to officially open on 4 November 2024.
Meeting today at Parliament headquarters in Midrand, the leadership structure of the continental legislature emphasized the importance of collective leadership, strategic planning, and effective representation in advancing the continent's goals.
In his opening address, the President of the Pan-African Parliament, H.E. Chief Fortune Charumbira, highlighted the leadership's duty to ensure the programme of the Session aligns with the Parliament's mission and the expectations of African citizens. “The Bureau is obligated by the Rules of Procedure to consult with the Bureaux of Permanent Committees and Caucuses on the agenda for each session. This practice is vital for fostering collective leadership, institutional ownership of PAP’s programs, and ensuring coordination across all levels,” he remarked.
As part of the joint session, the Bureaux reflected on the mandate of the Pan-African Parliament to bridge continental governance with the needs of African citizens. The President further underscored this commitment, stating, “The Pan-African Parliament must reflect on its journey, evaluate its effectiveness, and assess whether its programs and activities align with the hopes, ideals, and aspirations of African citizens.”
Following a comprehensive review of the year’s remaining calendar and available resources, the leadership agreed that the upcoming Ordinary Session should focus on PAP’s five-year strategic plan, aiming for measurable outcomes that align with the African Union’s Agenda 2063, flagship projects, and seven key result areas, or “Moonshots.
This final Session of the year will run until 15 November 2024 and will be held under the African Union Theme for 2024: "Educate an African Fit for the 21st Century: Building Resilient Education Systems for Increased Access to Inclusive, Lifelong, Quality, and Relevant Learning in Africa."