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Part of Uhuru's assignment will also include demonstrating the AU’s solidarity and support towards South Africa’s elections.

Former President Uhuru Kenyatta has landed a new role ahead of the South African elections.

The former Head of State has been appointed to lead the African Union Election Observation Mission (AUEOM) to South Africa.

Uhuru-led mission comprises 60 short-term observers (STOs) including three (3) Core Team electoral experts, set to observe the Elections from 21 May to 3 June 2024. 

Uhuru will be tasked to provide impartial reporting or assessment of the quality of the 29 May General Elections in South Africa, including the degree to which the conduct of the elections meets regional, continental and international standards for democratic elections.

File image of former President Uhuru Kenyatta. PHOTO | COURTESY

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He will also offer recommendations for the improvement of future elections based on the findings. 

Part of Uhuru's assignment will also include demonstrating the AU’s solidarity and support towards South Africa’s elections and democratization process to ensure that the conduct of democratic, credible and peaceful elections contributes to the consolidation of democratic governance, peace and stability in the country.

"The AUEOM will engage with several stakeholders and observe the final preparations and polling process. Based on the findings, the AUEOM will issue its preliminary statement after Election Day," the statement read in part.

Uhuru also played a key role in observing Nigerian elections where he gave them a clean bill of health.