When was the African Union established

The African Union was created in 2002 as a successor to the Organization of African Unity. It has fifty five member states and its headquarters is in Addis Ababa Ethiopia. The AU aims to promote unity peace economic development and integration across Africa. It has launched initiatives for security mediation and socio economic planning. The AU also developed Agenda 2063 which is a long term vision for a prosperous and united Africa. Its establishment demonstrated African determination to manage its affairs independently on the global stage.