Ruto applauds AU leadership, as Raila seeks top job
President William Ruto has reaffirmed Kenya’s commitment to strengthening the African Union (AU) as the continental body prepares for a leadership transition.
Speaking after a meeting with outgoing African Union Commission (AUC) Chairperson Moussa Faki Mahamat in Addis Ababa, President Ruto praised his leadership over the past eight years, highlighting his efforts in fostering political stability, economic growth and security across Africa.
“The African Union has increasingly become a strong voice for the continent and Member States. We will continue revamping our organisation to make it fit-for-purpose to effectively deal with political, economic, and security challenges,” Ruto stated on his official X (formerly Twitter) page.
With the AU Commission elections scheduled for Saturday, the meeting comes at a crucial time, as Kenya’s Raila Odinga remains a leading contender for the chairmanship.
The former Prime Minister has been actively lobbying for the position, securing endorsements from various African leaders who support his vision for a more integrated and prosperous continent.
Odinga’s candidacy is seen as a strategic move for Kenya to enhance its influence within the AU, aligning with Ruto’s broader agenda of strengthening Africa’s institutional frameworks.
As the election approaches, all eyes are on Addis Ababa, where African leaders will determine the future leadership of the AU Commission in a vote that could shape the continent’s trajectory in the coming years.
