The Organization of African Unity (OAU), founded in 1963 and later transformed into the African Union (AU), plays a pivotal role in promoting peace and security across the African continent. The thesis highlights the AU's main successes in these areas, including the challenges faced and the countermeasures undertaken. A special emphasis is placed on the mediation in the Tigray conflict in Ethiopia, examining also the role of the Inter-Governmental Authority on Development (IGAD). The text provides historical context, starting from the OAU's inception and the subsequent membership of African states in the UN. It discusses the evolution of the AU, especially its efforts in peace and security, and introduces key organizations and initiatives such as the Peace & Security Council (PSC) and Agenda 2063.
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- INTRODUCTION
- Main successes of the AU in Peace and Security, challenges and mitigation measures in place…..
- The Role of the African Union in the Mediation Process in Ethiopia.
- Origins of the Tigrayan conflict....
- The role of IGAD.....
- Reference
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
This text aims to provide an overview of the African Union's (AU) efforts in promoting peace and security on the continent. It examines the successes achieved, the challenges faced, and the mitigation measures in place. The text focuses on the AU's role in conflict prevention, management, and resolution, as well as its initiatives in peacebuilding.
- The AU's role in conflict prevention and resolution.
- The challenges to peace and security in Africa.
- The AU's successes in promoting peace and security.
- The African Peace and Security Architecture (APSA).
- The role of regional organizations in promoting peace and security.
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
The introduction delves into the origins and development of the AU, highlighting its journey from the Organization of African Unity (OAU) and its role in establishing a unifying presence for African states. The chapter also outlines the AU's collaboration with international organizations, particularly its observer status with the United Nations.
The chapter on "Main successes of the AU in Peace and Security, challenges and mitigation measures in place" focuses on the AU's efforts to achieve a conflict-free Africa. It highlights the progress made in reducing violent conflict, the establishment of the African Peace and Security Architecture (APSA), and the key initiatives like "Silencing the Guns by 2020". The chapter further discusses the ongoing challenges to peace and security, including terrorism, and the AU's ongoing engagement in supporting peace agreements and counterterrorism efforts.
The chapter on "The Role of the African Union in the Mediation Process in Ethiopia" will likely discuss the AU's involvement in mediating the ongoing conflict in Ethiopia. This will likely include a discussion of the origins of the conflict, the role of regional organizations like IGAD, and the AU's efforts to bring about a peaceful resolution.
Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
The key themes and keywords of this text include: African Union (AU), Peace and Security, Conflict Prevention, Conflict Resolution, African Peace and Security Architecture (APSA), Silencing the Guns, Terrorism, Mediation, Ethiopia, Tigrayan Conflict, IGAD, Regional Organizations, International Collaboration, United Nations.
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- Kedir Jara (Author), 2023, African Union: A Key Player in Peace and Security. Insights into the Mediation Role in the Tigray Conflict, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/1429852
