- 1. The African Union (AU), established in 2001 in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, emerged from the desire to promote unity and cooperation among African nations, building upon the foundations laid by its predecessor, the Organization of African Unity (OAU), which was founded in 1963. The AU was officially launched in Durban, South Africa, in 2002, with a mission to enhance the socio-economic development and political stability of its member states. The African Union's origins are marked by a recognition of the continent's need to address pressing issues such as conflict resolution, poverty alleviation, democratic governance, human rights, and integration. The AU aims to foster a peaceful, prosperous, and integrated Africa as envisioned in the African Union's Agenda 2063, which aspires for a self-reliant continent that actively participates in global affairs. The objectives of the AU are ambitious, encompassing the promotion of peace and security across Africa, the advancement of human rights, the encouragement of democratic principles, and the facilitation of economic development through continental and regional integration. By engaging in initiatives that target everything from public health to education and environmental sustainability, the African Union seeks to empower its member states to achieve sustainable development and enhance the quality of life for African citizens, ultimately creating a more united and resilient continent capable of facing contemporary global challenges.
What was the predecessor organization of the African Union?
A) United Nations (UN)
B) African Development Bank (ADB)
C) African Economic Community (AEC)
D) Organization of African Unity (OAU)
- 2. In which city is the African Union headquartered?
A) Nairobi
B) Abuja
C) Addis Ababa
D) Cairo
- 3. Which body is the main decision-making organ of the African Union?
A) Economic, Social and Cultural Council
B) Peace and Security Council
C) Assembly of the African Union
D) African Court of Justice
- 4. The AU's Agenda 2063 is focused on what?
A) Building a European-style government
B) Establishing a one-world government
C) Increasing foreign military bases
D) Sustainable development and economic growth
- 5. How many member states does the African Union currently have?
A) 54
B) 55
C) 50
D) 49
- 6. Which document serves as the foundational treaty of the African Union?
A) African Economic Community Treaty
B) Treaty of Amity
C) African Union Constitutive Act
D) Charter of the Organization of African Unity
- 7. Which summit is held every year by the African Union?
A) Continental Economic Forum
B) African Union Summit
C) African Leadership Conference
D) OAU General Assembly
- 8. How does the African Union view climate change?
A) As primarily a Western problem
B) As a non-issue
C) As a critical challenge to development
D) As unrelated to governance
- 9. The African Union encourages collaboration in which area?
A) Polar research
B) Economic development
C) Space exploration
D) Underwater mining
- 10. What is the primary focus of the African Union's Agenda 2063?
A) A peaceful and integrated Africa
B) A militarized Africa
C) Unchecked industrialization
D) Isolated nations
- 11. Which AU body focuses on legislative matters?
A) Pan-African Parliament
B) African Court of Justice
C) African Union Commission
D) Economic, Social and Cultural Council
- 12. In which year was the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) established?
A) 2018
B) 2020
C) 2015
D) 2022
- 13. In which year did the African Union replace the OAU?
A) 2001
B) 2003
C) 2002
D) 2004
- 14. Which area does the AU focus on for promoting women's empowerment?
A) Restricting women's rights
B) Disallowing education for girls
C) Enforcing traditional roles
D) Social, economic, and political development
- 15. Which of the following is a youth-focused initiative of the African Union?
A) Children's Rights Convention
B) Youth Independence Movement
C) Youth Employment Act
D) African Youth Charter
- 16. What is the African Union's role regarding human rights?
A) Promote and protect human rights
B) Ignore human rights violations
C) Enforce authoritarian rule
D) Limit civil liberties
- 17. What is the AU's flagship project focused on continental development?
A) Vision 2020
B) Health 2030
C) Africa 2025
D) Agenda 2063
- 18. Which institution works closely with the African Union to ensure peace?
A) World Health Organization
B) African Development Bank
C) NATO
D) United Nations
- 19. Which economic policy does the African Union promote?
A) Continental free trade
B) Strict currency controls
C) Economic isolationism
D) Increased tariffs
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