Commenting on the mood in Addis Ababa, the Ethiopian capital that hosted the summit, South African Ambassador Mxolisi Nkosi said: "There is indeed a lot of excitement and expectation about South Africa being at the helm of the AU." Libya, South SudanThe AU chair is elected by the AU Assembly of Heads of State and Government for a one-year term, with responsibilities including representing the continent at various international forums such as the G20. For Rukato, the greatest test South Africa will face this year as AU chair will be the free movement of people. "There will be many AU meetings held in South Africa and Africans will be sensitive about how they will be treated as they enter," Rukato said. 'Getting things done'Still, experts seem positive about South Africa assuming the AU chair.

Source: The North Africa Journal February 11, 2020 17:48 UTC