The President welcomed all members present to the meeting who attended virtually.
The President invited the two new members from the North and Southern African regions to introduce themselves. The Secretariat informed the Chairperson that Ms Nguvitjita Zatjirua, the Acting Executive Director for NIPAM and VP of Southern Africa was not available to attend the meeting, and she had requested the DG of LIPAM, Ms Nthabiseng Thlomola, to stand in for her. The Chairperson also invited the VP of North Africa, Ms Nada Biaz, to introduce herself, and she informed the meeting that she was delighted to be part of the meeting and would continue with the work that her predecessor did.
The Secretariat further informed the Chairperson that Mr Ball Fall sent a WhatsApp text message on Friday 10 November 2023, informing the Secretariat staff that he has retired from public service. The retirement period came into effect on 2 November 2023. The current or new DG of Senegal ENA would send a formal communication to the President updating him about these developments.
The President noted the update and indicated that once formal
