Tonight, Raila Odinga, Kenya’s candidate for the African Union Commission Chairperson, will take center stage in a live televised debate, where he’ll present his vision for transforming Africa. The two-hour "Mjadala Afrika Leadership Debate," running from 7 to 9 PM East African Time, will see Raila face off against Mahmoud Ali Youssouf from Djibouti and Richard Randriamandrato of Madagascar.
This critical debate, streamed across various platforms, will provide candidates the chance to outline their strategies to lead Africa’s future. The event will be aired in all six official AU languages—English, French, Arabic, Portuguese, Spanish, and Swahili—ensuring accessibility across the continent.
For those eager to tune in, The Star will provide a live stream on its website, and the broadcast will also be available on national TV channels across Africa, as well as on the AU’s digital platforms.
In the race to win the support of 33 out of 55 AU member countries, Raila's success will depend on navigating the complex geopolitics, language, and religious dynamics influencing member states.
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