Following the success of the Model African Union Bayreuth Conference in 2022, we are pleased to announce the 2025 edition of the conference, focusing on a critical and timely topic:

"Africa and the Shifting Geopolitical Landscape: Tackling Insecurities and Seizing Opportunities in a Multipolarizing World."

This conference, taking place from April 23-27, 2025, at the University of Bayreuth (Germany), will explore Africa’s role in the evolving global order. It will examine both the challenges posed by shifting geopolitical dynamics and the opportunities emerging for the continent. Thought leaders, policymakers, and experts from Africa and beyond will participate and enrich the overall experience of the event.

The theme of this year’s conference is particularly relevant, as Africa navigates significant internal geopolitical changes amid a shifting global order marked by the rise of multiple power centers and the decline of unipolar or bipolar dominance. The formation of the Alliance of Sahel States (AES) and growing competition from global players such as the EU, China, Russia, and the U.S. are expected to impact Africa’s political and security landscape. However, these dynamics also present opportunities to reshape international cooperation and enhance Africa’s global standing.

Join the BAYMAU25 Conference as a Delegate

Enhance your leadership and diplomatic skills by participating as a delegate in one of the following Specialized Technical Committees (STCs):

• STC on Finance, Monetary Affairs, Economic Planning, and Integration
• STC on Education, Science, and Technology
• STC on Gender and Women’s Empowerment

Why Apply?

As a delegate, you will represent a member state of the African Union, engaging in high-level debates, negotiating with peers, and drafting resolutions on critical African policy issues. This experience will help you develop diplomacy, public speaking, and international relations skills while immersing yourself in diverse perspectives shaping the African Union.

Delegate Responsibilities:

• Represent your assigned country and advocate for its policies.
• Participate in committee sessions, negotiate resolutions, and collaborate with fellow delegates.
• Conduct in-depth research on political, social, and economic issues affecting Africa.

What You’ll Gain:

• Strengthened leadership and communication skills.
• Deeper insight into regional politics and international relations.
• A network of like-minded individuals passionate about Africa’s future.

Apply by April 06, 2025, to be part of BAYMAU25 as a delegate.

🔗 APPLY HERE: https://forms.gle/iBufNpetdGv2FfGw6

What to Expect from the Conference

BAYMAU25 is an exceptional opportunity to engage with African political, economic, and security issues while developing key skills in diplomacy, negotiation, and policymaking. Whether as a delegate or an attendee, this conference offers a unique platform for learning, discussion, and networking.

The conference will simulate Specialized Technical Committees (STCs) of the African Union and the Pan-African Parliament, encouraging African youth to engage in policymaking. Resolutions from these discussions will be forwarded to the African Union. In addition, the conference will feature:

·       Panel discussions and workshops with academics, PhD students, and activists from Africa and Europe.

·        Q&A sessions with distinguished guests, including: H.E. Ambassador Salah S. Hammad (Head of the AGA Secretariat) and H.E. Stella Mokaya Orina (Ambassador of Kenya to Germany)

·       Cultural events, including an art exhibition, movie screenings, and a gala night.

·       Opportunities to network and engage in meaningful discussions with fellow attendees.