Advisor at Open Society Foundations - International Law, Humanitarian Diplomacy, Social & Economic Justice - African Policies & Politics. Personal views.
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Désiré Assogbavi retweeted
In partnership with @UNHumanRights, @NANHRI40, and @achpr_cadhp, we are launching a conversation on “Reimaging the Future of Human Rights in Africa—Securing Gains, Centering Human Dignity, Shaping Futures."
Why is now the moment to reimagine human rights?🧵👇
Désiré Assogbavi retweeted
The #USAfricaFuturesSummit had a clear message: Africa must not simply navigate a changing global order—it must help shape it.
We joined the AU, policymakers, and civil society to advance a U.S.-Africa relationship grounded in agency, mutual interests, and shared prosperity.
Désiré Assogbavi retweeted
Introduced by Ghana on behalf of the African Group, with backing from the African Union and Caribbean nations, the resolution was adopted by a decisive majority of countries.
Désiré Assogbavi retweeted
“Reparative justice is far broader: recognition of historical crimes, restitution of stolen heritage, reform of an unequal global financial system, climate justice, fair taxation, equitable trade, and the restoration of Africa’s full agency in global governance.” @Assodesire
Désiré Assogbavi retweeted
Shifting power. Rights under siege. Multilateralism on trial: What is really at stake at UNGA81, and what we should be demanding in New York. Here is my new piece: assodesire.com/2026/09/19/sh…
Désiré Assogbavi retweeted
A team from Amani Africa had the pleasure of welcoming Desire Assogbavi @Assodesire, Advocacy Advisor, Africa, and Huda Ibrahim, Advocacy Advisor, U.S., @OpenSociety. The discussion explored the challenges and opportunities for strengthening AU leadership in governance, conflict prevention and resolution, as well as our upcoming collaboration around the AU Summit.
Désiré Assogbavi retweeted
Mineral wealth does not create development on its own. Governance is what makes the difference. The Accra Strategic Gathering examined how institutional quality determines whether Africa’s critical minerals become drivers of conflict or foundations for peace and shared prosperity.
#CriticalMinerals
Inside the Accra Strategic Gathering on Governance, Critical Minerals and Conflict in Africa
assodesire.com/2026/07/28/in…
#CriticalMinerals
Désiré Assogbavi retweeted
U.S. - Africa Futures Summit: 7 Takeaways & What Must Happen Next assodesire.com/2026/08/29/u-… via @Assodesire
Désiré Assogbavi retweeted
Como parte de la agenda del Foro de Alto Nivel #CELACÁFRICA2026, la @_AfricanUnion y @OpenSociety liderarán un diálogo, para reforzar los lazos con la diáspora africana, sobre el desarrollo, justicia, memoria y solidaridad global.
📍 Hotel Hilton
🗓 20 de marzo
⏰️ 3:30 p.m.
Désiré Assogbavi retweeted
@Assodesire, Advocacy Advisor for Africa, @OpenSociety, has highlighted that Africa’s conflict landscape is expanding rapidly, shaped by a ‘continental conflict complex,’ exposing the limits of #APSA. He mentioned the nexus btwn Security, governance & development while coups & contested transitions are rising, underscoring the urgent need for African-led solutions and institutional reform.
Désiré Assogbavi retweeted
Confronting Instability in Africa, Rebuilding Agency in a Fractured World: Why Africa Must Rethink Its Peace Architecture Now
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Désiré Assogbavi retweeted
#HappeningNow: the @africa_amani, @AU_ECOSOCC, @LawyersofAfrica & @OpenSociety Citizens’ Dialogue on Human Rights, Justice, Governance and Peace in Africa!
📍Addis Ababa, #Ethiopia 🇪🇹
📺Tune in: us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi…
@Assodesire of @OpenSociety says that this Citizens’ Dialogue, convened on the margins of the 39th #AUSummit, will provide a platform for critical
reflection and forward-looking recommendations to strengthen #Africa’s institutional and normative
frameworks across #HumanRights, #justice, #governance and #peace.
Désiré Assogbavi retweeted
“#ReparativeJustice goes beyond financial compensation; it entails recognition of the harm suffered, restitution of looted cultural property, and the implementation of policies that address structural imbalances.” — @Assodesire of @OpenSociety
#AfricaDay2025 #JusticeForAfricans
Désiré Assogbavi retweeted
HAPPENING NOW: The side event on the sidelines of the #38thAUSummit on the 2025 @_AfricanUnion Theme of the Year, 'Justice for #Africans & People of #African Descent through #Reparations,' organized in collaboration with @OpenSociety, is currently underway. @TefesehetHailu, Researcher @africa_amani, & @Assodesire of #OSF have set the tone for discussions in their opening remarks.
Stay tuned!
Désiré Assogbavi retweeted
A courtesy call on Ambassador George Orina, Kenya’s ambassador to Ethiopia with my colleague @Assodesire .
Désiré Assogbavi retweeted
“The US proposal that Africa gets two seats on the UN Security Council without veto powers would relegate the continent’s 1.4 billion people to permanent 2nd-class citizens on a Security Council that allocates 60% of its agenda to Africa.”#UNCharterReform dailymaverick.co.za/opinioni…
Désiré Assogbavi retweeted
The #IDA (@WBG_IDA) for #Africa Heads of State Summit in #Nairobi happened TODAY and we were thrilled to be a part of it.🙌It's where leaders set priorities and worked together for a brighter future🌍#IDA21 #IDA21Summit #IDASummit #AfricaDevelopment @AcetforAfrica
Désiré Assogbavi retweeted
Our final panelist is Mr. Desire Assogbavi, Francophone Africa Director for ONE Campaign sharing on: The Role of Africa in the Pact for the Future. "Africa brings demography and Human resource. the global community benefits a lot with collaborating with African innovators".
Désiré Assogbavi retweeted
Join us at #ACS23 official venue @KICC_kenya from September 4th to 6th.
Connect with experts and leaders: Engage with policymakers, innovators and activists driving climate action in Africa
Register now: africaclimatesummit.org/
Africa Climate Summit is in partnership with
@Environment_Ke on behalf of the Government of Kenya and @_AfricanUnion
#africaclimatesummit23
