As the Communist Party of China marks its 105th anniversary on July 1, Hassan Omar, secretary-general of Kenya's ruling party United Democratic Alliance, hailed the CPC's longtime governance as a testament to strong organization, ideological clarity and people-centered philosophy, saying its experience offers valuable lessons for political parties across Africa.
"On my behalf and on behalf of the party, I pass my congratulations to the leadership of the CPC for the commemoration of the 105th anniversary. It is by no means a mean achievement," Omar said in an interview with China Daily. "It shows quite some foundation in terms of the Party's organizational skills, the Party's longevity in terms of its ideology, and its promise of development to the people of China."
He said the CPC's journey has become a source of inspiration for political parties still undergoing institution-building, particularly in Africa, where many parties continue to grapple with weak structures and short-term electoral politics.
Among those pillars, Omar cited the CPC's organizational capacity, long-term development agenda and clarity of vision, alongside what he described as China's emphasis on people's participation in governance from the grassroots to the highest levels of decision-making.
