Kenya: Djibouti Joins AUC Chairperson Race to Take On Kenya and Somalia

Nairobi — Djibouti has joined the race for the African Union Commission (AUC) Chairperson, becoming the third East African nation, alongside Kenya and Somalia, to front a candidate for the influential seat.

Djibouti named Foreign Affairs Minister, Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, its candidate for the post.

The Djibouti presidency officially announced the decision on Tuesday, underscoring Youssouf’s extensive experience in diplomacy, which they believe makes him well-suited for the role.

“Djibouti…