African Union: William Ruto Questions Its Ability to Lead the Continent in the Future

On April 10, 2026, Kenyan President William Ruto stated in Mombasa that the African Union, in its current form, is not capable of providing the leadership needed for the continent's future. He called for a reform of the organization to better address contemporary issues such as security and economic development. Ruto also emphasized the need to improve the AU's internal funding, which currently relies heavily on external partners.