The 7th annual meeting of the Association of African Parliamentary Secretaries General (ASGPA) was held in Midrand, South Africa, with Najib El Khadi, Secretary General of Morocco's House of Representatives and President of ASGPA, presiding over the event. The meeting aimed to strengthen cooperation and collective action among African parliamentary administrations. El Khadi presented the first thematic axis, focusing on the role of secretaries general in the 21st century in Africa.
The meeting centered around three complementary thematic axes. The first axis, presented by El Khadi, examined the challenges faced by secretaries general in the digital transformation era and modern governance. Participants discussed adapting skills and qualifications, transformational and ethical leadership, and institutional change management. The second axis raised awareness about African Union treaties related to the 2026 theme: ensuring sustainable water supply and safe sanitation systems to achieve Agenda 2063 goals.
The third thematic axis explored the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on parliamentary work organization. Discussions focused on leveraging AI to modernize legislative processes, enhance access to information and parliamentary documents, and support research and institutional decision-making. This axis examined opportunities offered by AI to improve parliamentary efficiency.
The meeting brought together secretaries general from various African countries to share experiences and best practices. Participants aimed to enhance collaboration and coordination among African parliamentary administrations. The event provided a platform for discussing pressing issues affecting the continent.
The African Union's Agenda 2063 emphasizes the importance of sustainable water supply and sanitation systems. The meeting highlighted the need for parliamentarians to prioritize these issues. Participants recognized the significance of addressing these challenges to achieve the continent's development goals.
Morocco's House of Representatives plays a significant role in promoting cooperation among African parliamentary administrations. Under El Khadi's leadership, the ASGPA seeks to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of parliamentary institutions. The meeting demonstrated Morocco's commitment to supporting African parliamentary cooperation.
The 7th annual meeting of the ASGPA concluded with a renewed commitment to cooperation and collective action among African parliamentary administrations. Participants agreed to continue working together to address common challenges. The meeting's outcomes are expected to contribute to the development of more effective and efficient parliamentary institutions across Africa.
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- Moroccan Parliament leads the 7th annual meeting of the Association of African Parliamentary Secretaries General in South Africa.
