@africa.aware: Joshua Maponga argues that the African Union has failed to demonstrate genuine sovereignty because it has not effectively addressed conflicts across the continent and depends heavily on external funding. He points to China’s construction of the AU’s $200 million headquarters in Addis Ababa as evidence of outside influence over the institution. While the AU has taken some peace-related action, Maponga’s position is that these efforts are insufficient and that external financial dependence undermines the AU’s independence. #africa #decolonization #black #africanunion