The African Union (AU) is an intergovernmental organization that seeks to promote unity and solidarity among African countries. It was established in 2002 and is composed of 55 member states. The AU works to promote peace and security, economic development, and human rights on the African continent.

The AU has a number of organs and specialized agencies that carry out its work. These include the African Commission on Human and Peoples’ Rights, the African Court of Justice and Human Rights, the African Union