African Political Parties Summit Enters Second Day in Addis Ababa
The Second African Political Parties Summit in Addis Ababa is focusing on the role of political institutions in driving economic transformation and sustainable growth across the continent. Delegates are discussing strategies to move beyond electoral competition toward long-term policy continuity and institutional accountability.
Why it matters
Strengthening political parties as drivers of development is essential for addressing structural economic barriers and ensuring stability in African nations.
አማርኛ ትግርኛ Afaan Oromoo Af‑Soomaali Qafar Afa English Français عربي Politics Social Economy Sport Technology Environment Feature Videos About Us African Political Parties Summit Enters Second Day in Addis Ababa 🔇Unmute Addis Ababa, November 6, 2026 (ENA)— The Second African Political Parties Summit (APPS 2026), which brought together more than 1,000 delegates from across Africa in Addis Ababa, entered its second day today.
Ther discussions are focusing on positioning political parties as key drivers of economic transformation, inclusive development and sustainable growth.
Convened at the Adwa Victory Memorial under the theme “Governing for Growth,” the summit brings together leaders of governing and opposition political parties, heads of state, government officials, scholars and civil society representatives to explore how political institutions can better respond to Africa’s development priorities.
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