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President Ruto secures Algeria's support for Raila Odinga's AUC job bid

President William Ruto holds a discussion with Algeria PresidentTebboune Amadjid on the sidelines of G7 meeting in Apulia, Italy.

Photo credit: PCS

By  Roselyne Obala  &  Justus Ochieng'

What you need to know:

  • President Ruto announced the breakthrough after he met with the Algerian president.
  • The Head of State has already formed a joint secretariat to lead the campaigns.

Former Prime Minister Raila Odinga’s bid to chair the Africa Union Commission (AUC) received a major boost after Algeria pledged to back him.

President William Ruto who is currently attending the 50th G7 Summit in Apulia, Italy secured the support of the Northern African country, during a sideline meeting with Algeria President Abdelmadjid Tebboune.

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