00:02Senegal's President Basaru Durmae Fai is the new chairman of ECOWAS.
00:07The 46-year-old was elected during the regional bloc summit in Sierra Leone,
00:12taking over from President Julius Manda-Bio.
00:15Fai assumes the role at a pivotal moment for West Africa.
00:20ECOWAS continues to face growing security threats,
00:23democratic setbacks and strained relations with Mali, Milina Faso and Niger
00:28after the three military-led nations withdrew from the bloc.
00:33As chairman, Fai is expected to focus on rebuilding regional cooperation,
00:39keeping diplomatic channels open with the breakaway states
00:43and pushing reforms to strengthen governance, accountability and youth participation.
00:49His election also signals the rise of a new generation of African leadership
00:53at a critical time for the region.
00:56You know, to respectfully invite to your applause.
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