The elections, which will take place during the African Union Summit, will determine which of the three candidates, Mahamoud Ali Youssouf of Djibouti, Raila Odinga of Kenya, or Madagascar's Richard Randriamandrato, will emerge as the preferred choice.

In the lead-up to the elections, the three candidates recently participated in a debate on the topic of "silencing the guns" during Mjadala Afrika, a continental forum hosted by the AU.

The debate provided a platform for the candidates to present their visions and strategies for addressing the issue of armed conflict and promoting peace across the continent.

As the election date approaches, the AU and its member states are focused on selecting a leader who will guide the organisation in its efforts to achieve greater unity, stability, and development for Africa.

The outcome of the elections will be closely watched, as it will have significant implications for the future direction of the AU and its role in addressing the continent's challenges.

--ChannelAfrica--