SADC urges its member states to endorse Madagascar’s Richard Randriamandrato for the AUC chair position in the upcoming election on February 15, 2024, competing against Kenya’s Raila Odinga, for whom the Kenyan government expresses confidence in winning.
The Southern African Development Community (SADC) has called on its 16 member countries to support Madagascar’s Richard Randriamandrato for the African Union Commission (AUC) chair position. The election will take place on February 15, with Randriamandrato expected to compete against Kenya’s Raila Odinga. The Kenyan government remains optimistic about Odinga’s chances of winning, as stated by Foreign Affairs Principal Secretary Korir Sing’oei, who reaffirmed their confidence in his candidacy.
In summary, SADC’s endorsement of Richard Randriamandrato illustrates the dynamics of regional support in AUC elections. The upcoming vote on February 15 will be pivotal, with the contrasting confidence of both Madagascar and Kenya highlighting the competitive nature of this political race. Foreign Affairs officials in Kenya express optimism about their candidate’s success despite external support for Randriamandrato.
Original Source: ntvkenya.co.ke
