Addis Ababa Statement on Development Effectiveness

The Addis Ababa Statement on Development Effectiveness from the 3rd Africa Regional Meeting emphasizes the need for Africa to unlock domestic resources for development, achieve policy coherence, and move beyond traditional aid dependency. Key priorities include capacity development, South-South cooperation, and regional integration. The meeting highlighted the importance of a unified African voice in global negotiations and identified Rwanda as the champion to advance Africa’s interests. The statement underscores the need for accountable institutions, gender equality, and social protection in development efforts.