Nigeria, May 26 -- The African Union at 62: A Legacy of Progress and Paralysis

The AU, to its credit, has achieved several milestones in its six-decade existence. It has helped entrench normative frameworks that uphold democratic governance, human rights, peace and security, and economic development. Notably, the adoption of Agenda 2063-Africa's ambitious blueprint for inclusive growth and sustainable development-offers a vision for a continent that is peaceful, integrated, and prosperous. Similarly, the creation of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) stands as one of the AU's landmark achievements. It promises to boost intra-African trade, create jobs, and strengthen regional value chains by breaking down economic barriers ...