Describe the factors undermining the activities of the African Union (A.U) since its formation in 2001.
Answer:
- Political instability in many countries making it difficult to execute some
of its programmers.
- Border disputes between members countries has created disunity in the continent.
- Lack of democracy in some countries has contributed to inability of the organization to remain united.
- Interference of Africans affairs by the developed countries undermines the unions efforts to implement its policies.
- Lack of standing army renders it ineffective in implementing decisions which call for military intervention.
- National interest are given priority at the expense of the unions interest.
- Inadequate funds making it difficult for the union to fulfill its obligations.
- Divided loyalty since member states are also members of other organization.
- Personality differences among African leaders.