Book launch: Reflections on two decades of AU performance

2023-03-09

Since its inception, the African Union (AU) has dealt with a myriad of issues, ranging from a resurgence of coups to the rise in terrorism, and complex emergencies caused by Ebola and COVID-19. As the AU celebrates 20 years of working for Africa, what progress has been made? Is its legal framework adequate and how can performance be improved to ensure the success of Agenda 2063?

This online event launches a new book by more than 22 African experts on the AU’s achievements, challenges and future prospects.

This event is co-hosted by the Institute for Security Studies (ISS) and the Embassy of Canada in Addis Ababa.

Simultaneous English-French interpretation will be provided.

Moderator: Victoria Rubadiri, Senior News Anchor, Citizen TV, Kenya

Panelists: 

• Prof Wafula Okumu, Lead Editor of The African Union at 20: African perspectives on progress, challenges and prospects
• Dr Andrews Atta-Asamoah, Co-Editor of The African Union at 20: African perspectives on progress, challenges and prospects and Head, Africa Peace and Security Governance, ISS Addis Ababa
• Ottilia Maunganidze, Head, Special Projects, ISS
• Prof Stephen Okhonmina, University of Benin, Nigeria
• Prof Thomas Tieku, Associate Professor, University College, University of Western Ontario, Canada