The 'African Unification Front' is an organisation aiming to promote the
political,
social and
economic union of
Africa. Abbreviated 'AUF'.
History
AUF was formed in August
1996. The AUF was founded by
Dan Kashagama, a journalist and political organiser. The AUF advocates for transformation of Africa into a federation, with the
Pan African Parliament as the highest government, overseeing key institutions including a single currency, and one all-African army. The AUF promoted the creation of the
African Union, and continues to advocate for an end to neocolonialism. It has also been active in campaigns against the abuses by the diamond industry, weapons traders, and unfair terms of
trade in the coffee
industry.
The AUF, also known as the
African Front, consists of a worldwide network of supporters, who believe that Africa must be unified into a
federation as a means of securing peace and an end to
wars and
poverty. Although most members of the AUF are Africans, membership is open to non-Africans.
Following the creation of the
Pan African Parliament, the AUF became the first All-African (continental) political party. Several PAP members are also members and supporters of the AUF.
Symbols
The
Maure is used as the AUF's
flag and
emblem.
See also
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Maure
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African Union
External links
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Official Web Site of the AUF
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Information about the emblem and flag of the AUF