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The AUC chairperson position is set to become vacant next year, with the incumbent, Chad’s Moussa Faki, concluding his two-term tenure. The chairperson serves as the chief executive officer and legal representative of the AU, overseeing administrative and financial matters, promoting the AU’s objectives, and engaging with stakeholders
Renowned Kenyan opposition leader Raila Odinga has officially announced his candidacy for the Chairperson position of the African Union Commission (AUC). At a press briefing held recently, Odinga declared his readiness to contest for the influential role, highlighting his extensive consultations with allies before making the decision.
Expressing concern over the “brain drain” phenomenon, Odinga voiced his discontent with the plight of African youth forced to seek opportunities abroad due to challenging economic conditions. He pledged to leverage his leadership to transform Africa’s fortunes and position the continent as an economic powerhouse. Odinga had a tenure as the AU special envoy for infrastructure development in Africa from 2018 to 2023. He emphasized his qualifications for the position, noting his comprehensive understanding of the socio-economic landscape across the continent.
Odinga revealed that he has engaged with former Nigerian president Olusegun Obasanjo, present at the address, to rally leaders across the continent and garner support for his candidacy.
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The AUC chairperson position is set to become vacant next year, with the incumbent, Chad’s Moussa Faki, concluding his two-term tenure. The chairperson serves as the chief executive officer and legal representative of the AU, overseeing administrative and financial matters, promoting the AU’s objectives, and engaging with stakeholders.
