By Online Desk
Djibouti’s Special Envoy and Housing and Urban Affairs Minister, Amina Aden, met with President Emmerson Mnangagwa at State House yesterday, seeking Zimbabwe’s support for Mahamoud Ali Youssouf’s candidacy for the African Union Commission Chairperson position.
Youssouf, Djibouti’s Foreign Minister since 2005, was nominated for the role in April 2024.
Speaking to journalists after the meeting, Minister Aden expressed optimism about Zimbabwe’s potential backing, which would significantly boost Youssouf’s bid.
The African Union Commission Chairperson election is scheduled to take place in February next year, with the winner succeeding Moussa Faki Mahamat, who has been in office since 2017.
Other Contenders for the position include:
– Raila Odinga, former Kenyan Prime Minister
– Anil Gayan, former Mauritian Foreign Minister
– Richard Randriamandrato from Madagascar
The African Union Commission Chairperson plays a crucial role in driving the continent’s development agenda.
The election is expected to be highly competitive, with the new Chairperson responsible for implementing Agenda 2063, the continent’s strategic framework for growth and development.