African Union

British  

noun

1.  AU.  an organization of African states established in 2002 as successor to the OAU; it aims to encourage economic development and political stability through increased cooperation between its members

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Example Sentences

Ghana has formally petitioned the African Union and initiated efforts to repatriate nationals.

From Barron's • May 22, 2026

Several African governments have raised concerns with the African Union, and warned their citizens in South Africa about possible attacks.

From BBC • May 12, 2026

The African Union and most Arab countries threw their support behind Somalia and condemned the move.

From Barron's • Feb. 22, 2026

"The African Union is weak because its members want it that way," wrote two academics for The Conversation last year.

From Barron's • Feb. 13, 2026

The newly conquered territory, which is half as large again as the German Empire, is destined to become a part of the South African Union.

From New York Times Current History; The European War, Vol 2, No. 5, August, 1915 by Various