President William Ruto has called on African states to empower the Pan-African Parliament to manage key affairs of the continent.
Speaking on Thursday during the 48th anniversary of the Independence of the Union of Comoros, Ruto also called for reforms in the operations of the African Union organs.
"Together, let us take the important step of formulating a pathway towards positioning the Pan African Parliament as a key institution in the management of the affairs of our continent," he said.
In his address, the President insisted that what the continent needs is African solutions, to the continent's challenges.
"I am confident therefore, Your Excellency, that under your leadership, the momentum for AU reforms will gather, and that a fit-for-purpose AU that can effectively implement Agenda 2063, including entrenching the approach of African solutions to African problems," Ruto said.
"I look forward to tremendous progress in institutional reforms at the Union, that will enable the AU Commission.
"AU organs and specialised agencies to rise to their full potential and fulfill their mandate of facilitating the emergence of a union that can effectively participate in global affairs, as part of your historic legacy."
The AU Agenda 2063 champions a prosperous Africa, based on inclusive growth and sustainable development.
Others are an integrated continent politically united and based on the ideals of Pan-Africanism and the vision of the African Renaissance, and an Africa of good governance, democracy, respect for Human Rights, Justice and the Rule of Law.
It also looks to have a peaceful and secure Africa.
Africa with a strong cultural identity Common Heritage, Values, and Ethics.
An Africa whose development is people driven, relying on the potential offered by African people, especially its Women and Youth, and caring for Children, and Africa as a strong, united, resilient and influential global player and partner.
