During the February 15 AUC election, CitizenGo Africa officials say, “the people of Africa must rise. The AU election is not just a political process—it is a defining moment that will determine whether African leaders will stand firm or bow to foreign influence.”
Taking place at the AU headquarters in Ethiopia’s capital city, Addis Ababa, the secret ballot election of a new AUC Chairperson will see Africa’s Heads of State choose between three candidates. They include Raila Amollo Odinga of Kenya, Djibouti-backed Mahamoud Ali Youssouf, and Madagascar’s Richard Randriamandrato.
The winner is required to secure a two-thirds majority. If no candidate achieves this after three rounds, the contest will narrow to the top two candidates.
If the elections will narrow down to two candidates, CitizenGo Africa officials say in their February 13 petition, priority should be given to a pro-life candidate characterized with true African interests including having its beliefs and values at heart.
“The stakes could not be higher. The Chairperson of the African Union Commission will play a decisive role in shaping the continent’s policies. If the wrong leader is chosen, Africa could face policies that promote abortion, erode the traditional family, and weaken national identities,” they say.
In the event the right leader is elected, CitizenGo Africa officials say, “Africa can stand strong, protect its people, and safeguard its values from external attacks.”
“Africans cannot afford to sit back and watch. The time for passive observation has passed. The decisions made in this election will have consequences for generations to come. It is time to take action,” they say.
The Heads of State electors, CitizenGo Africa officials say, “must know that their people are watching. Every president must be reminded that their decision will be remembered. This is the moment to hold them accountable. This is the moment to demand that they vote for a leader who respects life, family, and sovereignty.”
“There is no room for complacency. There is no time for waiting. The vote will happen in a matter of hours. If the wrong decision is made, Africa will be forced onto a path that is difficult to reverse. But there is still time to make a difference,” CitizenGo Africa officials say in their petition launched on February 13.
Silas Mwale Isenjia is a Kenyan journalist with a great zeal and interest for Catholic Church related communication. He holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Linguistics, Media and Communication from Moi University in Kenya. Silas has vast experience in the Media production industry. He currently works as a Journalist for ACI Africa.
