President Ruto to launch Raila’s AUC Chairmanship bid today
President William Ruto is today set to officially unveil former Prime Minister Raila Odinga as the country’s candidate for the chairmanship of the African Union Commission (AUC).
At least five heads of state, particularly from the East African Community (EAC), are expected to attend.
The former Prime Minister will face off against Djibouti’s Mohamoud Youssouf, Anil Gayan of Mauritius, and Richard Randriamandrato of Madagascar for the continental seat.
The former Prime Minister is facing off with Djibouti’s Mohamoud Youssouf, Anil Gayan (Mauritius) and Richard Randriamandrato (Madagascar) for the continental seat.
The AUC chairperson’s seat is set to fall vacant in February 2025 when its current occupant, Moussa Faki Mahamat of Chad, finishes his second term.
The AUC elections will be held in February next year during the African Union Summit.
Prudence Wanza
Writes about local news for KBC Digital.
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