AU Framework Alignment
Children Sector
Analyzing alignment with African Union instruments including Agenda 2063, the Maputo Protocol, and other continental frameworks.
AU frameworks reviewed
Thematic areas covered
Overall Alignment
AU Framework Alignment
UN Framework Alignment
Key Findings
- 0 instruments show full alignment with EAC frameworks
- 3 total areas identified for improvement
- AU alignment (72%) is weaker than UN alignment (78%)
A comprehensive instrument that sets out rights and defines universal principles and norms for the status of children in Africa. It is the regional complement to the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child.
Monitoring Body
African Committee of Experts on the Rights and Welfare of the Child (ACERWC)
Reporting Cycle
Every 3 years
Key Provisions
Relevant Articles for Children
Africa's blueprint and master plan for transforming Africa into the global powerhouse of the future. It is the continent's strategic framework that aims to deliver on its goal for inclusive and sustainable development.
Monitoring Body
African Union Commission
Reporting Cycle
Biennial
Key Provisions
Relevant Articles for Children
A ten-year strategy to guide actions at continental, regional and national levels towards the achievement of gender equality and women's empowerment in Africa.
Monitoring Body
AU Women, Gender and Youth Directorate
Reporting Cycle
Annual
Key Provisions
Relevant Articles for Children
Cross-Cutting Themes
Child Protection
Education
Health
Early Childhood Development
Participation