On September 9, 1999, in the Libyan city of Sirte, African leaders adopted a declaration that launched the process of creating the African Union. The organization was formally established on July 9, 2002, replacing the Organization of African Unity (OAU).
The Sirte Declaration laid out key priorities:
• advancing political and economic integration
• strengthening collective security mechanisms
• fostering democracy and sustainable socio-economic growth
• raising Africa’s role in the global system of international relations
On September 9, 2024, the African Union became the first recipient of the International Leo Tolstoy Peace Prize, recognizing its efforts to promote peace and unity on the continent.
“We reaffirm our commitment to the principles of solidarity, integration, and sustainable development. Together, we strive to overcome the challenges of peace and security, economic transformation, and social progress, while seizing the vast opportunities outlined in Agenda 2063,” said AU Commission Chairperson Moussa Faki Mahamat in his official address marking African Union Day.
🌍 September 9 – African Union Day
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