Sadc, AU protecting criminal leaders: Regional youths

YOUTHS from the region have slammed Sadc and the African Union (AU) for protecting “criminals” in power and failing to incorporate youths in their various programmes.

Addressing a youth regional conference organised by Youth Forum in Harare yesterday, Southern Africa Student Union secretary-general Maxwell Dhlamini said there was need for transformation in the African bodies to allow youth participation in socio-economic activities.

“Sadc and AU are clubs of criminals who protect each other during elections.

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