Djibouti has fronted its Minister of Foreign Affairs Mahamoud Ali Youssouf to contest for the position of African Union Commission (AUC) chairperson.
In a statement on Tuesday, April 9, Djibouti expressed confidence that Youssouf has the ability to serve and bring dynamism to AU.
“Djibouti expresses its confidence in the ability of Mr. Mahamoud Ali Youssouf, an experienced diplomat who knows the workings of the Continental Organization, to serve and bring dynamism to the Pan-African Organization,” read the statement in part.
Djibouti noted that Youssouf has over two decades of experience as Minister of Foreign Affairs adding that he has all the qualities to meet the expectations and interests of the continent in addition to speaking fluent French, English, and Arabic.
Youssouf will now compete with Azimio leader Raila Odinga and Somalia’s former Foreign Minister Fawzia Adam.
By Nairobileo