The Chairperson of the African Union Commission, H.E. Moussa Faki Mahamat has expressed deep concern at the outbreak of violence following public protests in Kenya since 21 March 2023.
The violence has resulted in loss of life, damage to property and the interruption of economic activities especially in the capital, Nairobi.
In a press release from the Africa Union Commission, the Chairperson urged all stakeholders to exercise calm and their differences with dialogue.
“The Chairperson urges all stakeholders to exercise calm and engage in dialogue to address any differences that may exist in the supreme interest of national unity and reconciliation,” the statement read.
“In this regard, the Chairperson wishes to recall the successful conduct of General Elections in August 2022 in Kenya and the subsequent unanimous confirmation of the election outcome by the Supreme Court.
“The Chairperson reiterates the total solidarity with and support to the Government and the People of Kenya’s efforts working towards national unity, peace and stability in the country,” the statement added.