African Union’s track record under scrutiny
As bloc marks its 50-year anniversary, it will have to take note of its failure to plan for a better future.
Published On 25 May 2013
African leaders have been arriving in Addis Ababa to mark the 50th anniversary of the organisation which became the African Union.
While the bloc’s principles stipulate respect for the rule of law, human rights and democracy, many criticise it for its failure to stop regional conflicts and its support for controversial leaders.
Amid the celebrations of union this week, the group will also have to take note of its failures to plan for a better future.
Al Jazeera’s Peter Greste reports from Nairobi.
Source: Al Jazeera