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Continental FrameworkAfrican Union

AU Framework Alignment

Social Protection Sector

Analyzing alignment with African Union instruments including Agenda 2063, the Maputo Protocol, and other continental frameworks.

Overall AU Alignment
62%
Instruments Analyzed
3

AU frameworks reviewed

Cross-Cutting Themes
5

Thematic areas covered

Gap Analysis Summary: Social Protection

Overall Alignment

64%Moderate Gap

AU Framework Alignment

62%Moderate Gap

UN Framework Alignment

65%Moderate Gap
0
Critical Gap
0
Significant Gap
3
Moderate Gap
0
Minor Gap
0
Fully Aligned

Key Findings

  • 0 instruments show full alignment with EAC frameworks
  • 3 total areas identified for improvement
  • AU alignment (62%) is weaker than UN alignment (65%)
2015Partial AlignmentModerate Gap
Agenda 2063: The Africa We Want
Agenda 2063
65%
Alignment Score

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

Aspiration 1: A prosperous Africa based on inclusive growth and sustainable development
Aspiration 2: An integrated continent, politically united
Aspiration 3: An Africa of good governance, democracy, respect for human rights
Aspiration 4: A peaceful and secure Africa
Aspiration 5: An Africa with a strong cultural identity
Aspiration 6: An Africa whose development is people-driven
Aspiration 7: Africa as a strong, united and influential global player

Relevant Articles for Social Protection

Aspiration 1Aspiration 6
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2003Partial AlignmentModerate Gap
Protocol to the African Charter on Human and Peoples' Rights on the Rights of Women in Africa
Maputo Protocol
58%
Alignment Score

The first legally binding international instrument to explicitly call for an end to female genital mutilation and to guarantee comprehensive rights to women including the right to take part in the political process, social and political equality with men, and reproductive health rights.

Monitoring Body

African Commission on Human and Peoples' Rights

Reporting Cycle

Every 2 years

Key Provisions

Article 2: Elimination of Discrimination Against Women
Article 3: Right to Dignity
Article 4: Rights to Life, Integrity and Security
Article 5: Elimination of Harmful Practices
Article 9: Right to Participation in Political and Decision-Making Process
Article 14: Health and Reproductive Rights
Article 17: Right to Positive Cultural Context

Relevant Articles for Social Protection

Article 13Article 14
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1990Partial AlignmentModerate Gap
African Charter on the Rights and Welfare of the Child
ACRWC
60%
Alignment Score

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

Article 3: Non-Discrimination
Article 4: Best Interests of the Child
Article 5: Survival and Development
Article 11: Education
Article 14: Health and Health Services
Article 16: Protection Against Child Abuse and Torture
Article 21: Protection Against Harmful Social and Cultural Practices
Article 22: Armed Conflicts

Relevant Articles for Social Protection

Article 14Article 20
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Cross-Cutting Themes

Social Security Coordination

Social Assistance

Life-Cycle Protection

Informal Economy Coverage

Shock-Responsive Systems