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Libyan MP Abdelkader Hassan Yahya Joins African Parliament Talks on Minerals, Energy and AI
Libyan lawmaker participates in key Pan-African Parliament sessions addressing Africa's strategic resources and digital future
Midanrand — Libyan House of Representatives member Abdelkader Hassan Yahya took part in several specialized sessions and meetings at the Pan-African Parliament headquarters in Midrand, South Africa, on Thursday, July 24, 2026. The discussions focused on the continent's strategic minerals, energy infrastructure, cybersecurity frameworks, and artificial intelligence governance.
Yahya, who serves on the Pan-African Parliament's Committee on Transport, Communications, Science, Technology, Energy and Industry, participated in working groups examining Africa's position in the global transition toward digital economies and sustainable resource management.
Strategic Minerals and Energy Security
One of the core sessions addressed Africa's vast mineral wealth and its role in the global energy transition. Lawmakers debated policies to ensure African nations retain greater value from their natural resources rather than exporting raw materials at low prices. The discussions covered lithium, cobalt, and rare earth elements — all critical components in battery manufacturing and renewable energy technologies.
Energy infrastructure also took center stage, with parliamentarians reviewing progress on cross-border power grid projects and renewable energy initiatives across the continent. Representatives highlighted the urgent need for investment in transmission networks to connect energy-rich regions with areas facing chronic power shortages.
Cybersecurity and Digital Sovereignty
A dedicated session on cybersecurity examined the growing threat landscape facing African governments, financial institutions, and critical infrastructure. Delegates shared national experiences with cyberattacks and discussed frameworks for collective defense mechanisms. The African Union's cybersecurity convention and its ratification process were key agenda items.
Member states were encouraged to accelerate the adoption of harmonized cybersecurity legislation to protect citizens and businesses from the rising tide of digital crime, which according to recent Interpol reports costs African economies billions of dollars annually.
Artificial Intelligence Governance
The sessions on artificial intelligence explored how African nations can harness AI for development while mitigating risks. Topics included AI in healthcare diagnostics, agricultural optimization, public service delivery, and financial inclusion. Lawmakers stressed the importance of developing ethical AI frameworks that reflect African cultural values and socioeconomic realities.
Yahya contributed Libyan perspectives on AI readiness, emphasizing the need for investment in digital education and research infrastructure to prevent the continent from falling further behind in the technology race.
Libya's Parliamentary Engagement
Abdelkader Hassan Yahya's participation underscores Libya's continued engagement with continental parliamentary bodies despite the country's ongoing political challenges. The Libyan House of Representatives maintains active representation in the Pan-African Parliament, contributing to discussions that shape policies affecting the entire continent.
Libya's presence at these sessions is particularly relevant given the country's significant energy resources and its strategic position in North Africa. The insights gained from these discussions are expected to inform Libya's own legislative approaches to energy policy, digital transformation, and resource governance.
Looking Ahead
The specialized sessions are part of a broader effort by the Pan-African Parliament to deepen technical expertise among African lawmakers on complex, cross-cutting issues. The outcomes and recommendations from these working groups are expected to feed into the Plenary sessions later this year, potentially shaping model laws and policy frameworks for member states.
As Africa navigates rapid technological change and shifting global resource dynamics, parliamentary engagement at this level ensures that national legislatures are equipped with the knowledge needed to craft informed, forward-looking legislation.
— Libya Press / Politics Desk
