Kenyan comedian and actor DJ Shiti has sparked controversy after openly criticizing the African Union (AU) for its public support of Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan.
In a strongly worded post shared on social media, DJ Shiti slammed the continental body, calling it a “useless organization” that turns a blind eye to injustice and poor governance across Africa.
“The African Union has become a club of hypocrites! You’re supporting Samia Suluhu while her people are suffering. What’s the use of such an organization if it can’t stand for democracy and citizens’ rights?”
His statement comes amid mounting criticism of the AU’s endorsement of Suluhu’s leadership following disputed political developments and allegations of state repression in Tanzania.
DJ Shiti accused the AU of prioritizing political loyalty over the welfare of African citizens, arguing that the institution has failed to fulfill its founding mission of protecting democracy, peace, and human rights.
“The AU was meant to unite and defend Africans, but now it only protects presidents and elites. Ordinary citizens have no voice!” he lamented.
The comedian’s remarks quickly went viral, drawing mixed reactions from fans and political commentators. Some praised him for speaking truth to power, saying he echoed the frustrations of many Africans who view the AU as ineffective and disconnected. Others, however, criticized him for disrespecting a continental institution and Tanzania’s leadership.
DJ Shiti, known for using humor to address serious social and political issues, has in recent months become increasingly vocal about governance and leadership across East Africa. His outburst adds to the growing chorus of public figures demanding accountability and reform within the African Union, which many now see as an outdated and self-serving organization detached from the realities facing ordinary Africans.
