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President Kagame endorses Raila Odinga's bid for AU job

Paul Kagame and Raila Odinga

Rwandan President Paul Kagame (right) with Kenyan opposition leader Raila Odinga in Kigali on March 8, 2024.

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By  Daniel Ogetta

Reporter

Nation Media Group

What you need to know:

  • Mr Odinga formally declared his interest in the AU Commission chairmanship last month.
  • The Azimio la Umoja leader has since garnered the support of President William Ruto.

President Paul Kagame of Rwanda has endorsed Raila Odinga’s candidacy for the African Union Commission chairperson.

President Kagame has said he supports Mr Odinga's bid, adding that he hopes the Kenyan opposition leader clinches the seat.

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