Solomon Dersso

Dr. Solomon Dersso, an adjunct professor at the University of Cape Town and founding director of Amani Africa, discusses the pressing challenges faced by the African Union as it heads into the pivotal 2025 Summit. They explore the AU's role in trade, security, and political representation while grappling with internal divisions and leadership dynamics. Key issues such as the African Continental Free Trade Area's implementation and response strategies to regional conflicts in Sudan and the DRC highlight the complexities of unity and effectiveness within the organization.