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Kenya needs Raila more than Africa does

Former Prime Minister Raila Odinga when he attended AUC elections in Addis Ababa.

Today's most significant question is what Raila Odinga's loss as AU chair portends for Kenyan politics. President Ruto told African leaders and the world that Raila's loss was a "missed opportunity for Africa." But how will this shape the political landscape moving forward?

If I were an African president voting for the African Union Commission (EUC) chairperson in Addis Ababa on 15 February 2025, I would not have voted for Raila Odinga too. Here are the reasons!

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