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Chapter 34: Africa
"Organization of African Unity"

Introduction
     You have learned that the Organization of African Unity (OAU) was founded in 1963 by 32 African nations. Although its original vision of creating a United States of Africa failed, the OAU did help to build a strong African identity and to coordinate national defense, health, and other policies. The OAU was reorganized as the African Union in 1999.

Destination Title: African Union
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Directions
Start at the African Union Web site.
  • Scroll over "About AU" is the left, and click on AU in a nutshell in the menu that appears. Read the information.
  • Then click on Organs in the column on the left and explore the links.
  • Answer the following questions.
1. What are some of the stated objectives of the AU?


2. What body within the AU is responsible for policymaking?


3. What are the responsibilities of the General Secretariat?


4. Do you think the vision of a United States of Africa will ever be realized? Explain.