- Proposed budget rises 34%, driven by new institutions and Somalia mission
- Member states face pressure to meet contribution targets amid fiscal strain
Lagos, Nigeria – The African Union has proposed a $814 million budget for 2026—an increase of 34% from the previous year—as it looks to expand its institutional footprint and reduce its reliance on foreign donors. The proposal was presented Monday during a joint session of the Permanent Representatives’ Committee Subcommittees and the Committee of Fifteen Ministers of Finance (F15).
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