AU Chair calls for action on South Sudan peace agreement following transition extension

Faki reaffirmed the AU's commitment to support South Sudan's government and people throughout the political transition process and beyond. 

Djibouti's top diplomat rallies support in Juba for his AUC chairmanship bid

Mahmoud emphasised Djibouti's commitment to advocating for the lifting of sanctions on South Sudan.

Raila champions climate action, green initiatives for Africa

Raila emphasised the significance of halting desertification and keeping the Sahara Desert from growing.

Africa: Who's who in Raila Odinga's continental top job bid

While their backgrounds provide valuable insights into continental diplomacy, their expertise alone may not be enough to make up for the broader lack of diplomatic depth within Odinga's team.

Ruto to launch Kenya's AUC campaign as Raila quits domestic politics

Raila, aiming to succeed Chadian Moussa Faki as AUC Chairperson, also announced that he would not be heavily involved in Kenyan politics moving forward.

Somalia AUC chair candidate Fawzia Yussuf withdraws from race, endorses Raila

The former Somali foreign minister expressed her best wishes for Raila's candidacy. She also extended her appreciation to all the governments and individuals who supported her during her campaign for the AUC seat.

Morocco and Algeria set for diplomatic showdown ahead of AU elections

Algeria has fronted two candidates, a woman and a man, while Egypt has done the same. Meanwhile, Morocco and Libya have each put forward one candidate.

Battle for African Union Commission chair narrows down to four-horse race

Meanwhile, Somalia withdrew its former foreign minister, Fawzia Yussuf's, bid to support Djibouti's candidacy.

Race for AU Commission's top positions heats up as deadline hits

On July 29, Kenya submitted Raila Odinga's application for the Chairperson slot at the African Union Commission in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.

Djibouti Foreign Minister campaigns in Nairobi for AUC chair, a seat Raila is also eyeing

Youssouf is competing against Kenya’s candidate, Raila Odinga, for the prestigious role, with the deadline for submission of candidature closing today.

Former Chief Justice Maraga praises Rwanda's electoral process

Tanzania's January Makamba poses threat to Raila's AUC chair bid

Kenya's former Prime Minister Raila Odinga is bogged down by local politics and a youthful revolt in his country, which has seen his bid for the AUC chairperson position stalled.

Raila courts regional foreign ministers in bid to become AUC chair

Odinga engaged with regional foreign ministers from eight countries to garner support for his African Union Commission(AUC) chairmanship bid.

AUC's Moussa Faki condemns massacre of at least 150 civilians in Sudan

Sudan's army chief Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, in response, vowed to deliver a "harsh response" to the attack after it was accused of failing to respond to pleas for help. 

AUC chair post: Ruto says Raila has Zimbabwe's support

Thus far, Raila's competition is Djibouti Foreign minister Mahamoud Ali Youssouf and Somalia's former Foreign minister Fawzia Yusuf.

AU urges restraint amid rising tensions in Northern Ethiopia

He noted the need for the commencement of political dialogue as the most viable means to address the issues in the contested areas, as outlined in the COHA.

AUC chair post: More competition for Raila as Djibouti fronts candidate

Djibouti's Foreign minister Mahamoud Ali Youssouf is the latest addition to a list of candidates including Kenyan politician Raila Odinga. 

Boost for Raila as Guinea-Bissau, Angola back his AUC chair bid

Guinea-Bissau's President, General Umaro Sissoco Embalo, also announced his country's support for Raila's candidature during Kenyan President William Ruto's state visit to Guinea-Bissau.

Somaliland ties offer new headache for Raila's AUC bid

Raila Odinga's influence in Hargeisa may encourage Mogadishu to continue its bid and and not withdraw its candidate in his favour.

Raila inches closer to AU top job as African ministers drop gender proposal

Odinga, known for his vast political acumen and diplomatic experience, remains optimistic about his chances.