Azimio la Umoja-One Kenya coalition party leader Raila Odinga has met Rwanda President Paul Kagame in his quest for the African Union Commission (AUC) chairmanship job.

In a statement after the meeting, Raila said that they talked about regional and Pan-African ideals.

"Had an insightful conversation with President Paul Kagame in Kigali, diving into regional and Pan-African ideals. We are committed to African unity and solidarity for shared prosperity and progress," Raila stated.

Raila's allies say that Kagame has pledged support for the former Prime Minister, citing his experience in the AU as the former High Representative on Infrastructure Development.

Previously, Raila has met President Yoweri Museveni of Uganda, whom he said had endorsed his candidacy for the AU job.

Speaking days after meeting Museveni, Raila said that he was not totally exiting local politics, that he would be available when required.

"I am not going away. Addis Ababa is only two hours away from Nairobi. I am available, whenever I am called I will answer. I am ready to work with you people. We must ensure what we set out to do is eventually achieved," Raila stated.

Raila has also received backing from Samia Suluhu of Tanzania and South Sudan's Salva Kiir.