Statement of the Chairperson following the murder of George Floyd in the USA
ADDIS ABABA
The Chairperson of the African Union Commission Moussa Faki Mahamat strongly condemns the murder of George Floyd that occurred in the United States of America at the hands of law enforcement officers, and wishes to extend his deepest condolences to his family and loved ones.
Recalling the historic Organisation of Africa Unity (OAU) Resolution on Racial Discrimination in the United States of America made
He further urges the authorities in the United States of America to intensify their efforts to ensure the total elimination of all forms of discrimination based on race or ethnic origin.
Issued by:
The Spokesperson of the Chairperson of the Commission
Ebba Kalondo
KalondoE@africa-union.org
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