Mahamoud Ali Youssouf Wins Round 3 of AUC Chairperson election, Moves to 4th Round with Odinga

ADDIS ABABA, Ethiopia—In a significant development for the African continent, Mahamoud Ali Youssouf, Djibouti's Foreign Affairs Minister, has emerged victorious in the Round Three of the AUC Chairperson election, proceeds to the next round with Raila Odinga at the ongoing 2025 Africa Union summit.

Mr. Youssouf's victory is seen as a testament to his diplomatic prowess and his commitment to a more integrated and prosperous Africa. His campaign was buoyed by the unanimous backing of the 57 member states of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation, including 27 from Africa.

Mr. Youssouf has outlined his vision for a more united and prosperous Africa, built on the principles of solidarity, cooperation, and mutual respect. His commitment to the African Union's Agenda 2063, a comprehensive development blueprint, is expected to drive progress in key areas such as economic integration, peace and security, and human development.

"The African Union must be a catalyst for change, driving progress and prosperity for all Africans," Mr. Youssouf said in a statement. "I am honored to lead this noble endeavor and commit to working tirelessly to realize the dreams of our founding fathers."

Mr. Youssouf's election is seen as a significant milestone in the African Union's journey towards a more integrated and prosperous continent. As he prepares to take the reins, Africans and international partners alike will be watching closely to see how he translates his vision into tangible progress.

Mahamoud Ali Youssouf has emerged victorious in the third round of the African Union Commission (AUC) Chairperson election. He will now proceed to the fourth round, where he will face off against Raila Odinga. This development comes as the African Union Assembly convenes to elect the new Chairperson of the AUC, succeeding incumbent Chairperson Moussa Faki Mahamat.