African Union sets August 6 deadline for Commission posts applicants

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Kenya’s former prime minister Raila Odinga (L) walks with Africa Union Commission Chairperson Moussa Faki (R) in Nairobi, Kenya on November 8, 2018. PHOTO | NMG

The African Union has opened the floor for aspirants of the upcoming race for the chairperson and deputy positions of the continental body’s Commission to file their papers, or drop out in favour of rivals.

Aspirants are to submit their CVs to their respective countries, statements of vision and how they intend to address emerging challenges on the continent. It is the first step for aspirants to show intent to serve as leaders of the African Union Secretariat.