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The African Union (AU, or, in its other official languages, UA) is a union consisting of 54 African states.
The key objectives of the AU are to defend the sovereignty, territorial integrity and independence of its Member States, to rid the continent of the remaining vestiges of colonization and apartheid, to promote unity and solidarity among African States, and to coordinate and intensify cooperation for development.
Focuses on collecting data, generating new knowledge, and applying it to develop improved methods, technologies, products, and solutions across sectors.
Comprises agricultural production and rural development activities aimed at improving food systems, livelihoods, and living conditions in rural and non-urban areas.