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AUC Chair clarifies private jet photo amid criticism over optics

The photo that has raised controvercy online was posted on 28th October captioned 'Au revoir beautiful Luanda'. [X]


African Union Commission (AUC) Chairperson Mahmoud Ali Youssouf has clarified a photo showing him aboard a luxurious private jet, following public criticism over the image’s timing as several African nations grapple with crises.

Youssouf, who shared the explanation on his official X account, said the aircraft had been placed at his disposal by Angolan President João Lourenço to help him catch another engagement after attending an infrastructure conference in Luanda.

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