ampala AU Summit ends with a call to build a stronger Africa
The 15th Summit of the African Union Heads of State and Government has today ended in Kampala with a call to member countries to double their efforts in ensuring that the continent will, in 5 years time, become prosperous and strong enough to be a better trading partner with the G-8 countries. The 3-day Summit was attended by the host President Yoweri Museveni and his wife Janet Museveni drew over 35 Heads of State and Government from across Africa as well as well wishers from several areas outside the continent including the President of Mexico Mr. Felipe Calderon.The Chairperson of the African Union and President of Malawi, Dr. Bingu wa Mutharika, in his closing remarks, noted that the future of the world lies in Africa. He reiterated his optimism that once Africa addresses the food security issue, the continent will in 5 years feed the world."That is not exaggerated, it is a reality. Africa is the future of the world," he stressed