The African Union replaced which earlier organization?

1. Non-Aligned Movement
2. Arab League
3. OAU
4. ECOWAS

The African Union (AU) officially succeeded the Organization of African Unity (OAU) in July 2002 during the Durban Summit. Founded in 1963, the OAU focused primarily on decolonization and anti-apartheid struggle. The AU adopted a broader mandate emphasizing continental integration, peace and security, democratic governance, and development through its Agenda 2063 framework, with increased institutional capacity and intervention authority.