Assembly/AU/Decl.3(XXI) Page 5 iii) Push forward the agenda of conflict prevention, peacemaking, peace support, national reconciliation and post-conflict reconstruction and development through the African Peace and Security Architecture; as well as, ensure enforcement of and compliance with peace agreements and build Africa‟s peace-keeping and enforcement capacities through the African Standby Force; iv) Maintain a nuclear-free Africa and call for global nuclear disarmament, nonproliferation and peaceful uses of nuclear energy; v) Ensure the effective implementation of agreements on landmines and the non-proliferation of small arms and light weapons; vi) Address the plight of internally displaced persons and refugees and eliminate the root causes of this phenomenon by fully implementing continental and universal frameworks. F. On democratic governance Our determination to anchor our societies, governments and institutions on respect for the rule of law, human rights and dignity, popular participation, the management of diversity, as well as inclusion and democracy. In this regard, we undertake to: i) Strengthen democratic governance including through decentralized systems, the rule of law and the capacities of our institutions to meet the aspirations of our people; ii) Reiterate our rejection of unconstitutional change of government, including through any attempts to seize power by force but recognize the right of our people to peacefully express their will against oppressive systems; iii) Promote integrity, fight corruption in the management of public affairs and promote leadership that is committed to the interests of the people; iv) Foster the participation of our people through democratic elections and ensure accountability and transparency. G. On Determining Africa’s Destiny Our determination to take responsibility for our destiny. We pledge to foster self-reliance and self-sufficiency. In this regard, we undertake to: i) Take ownership of African issues and provide African solutions to African problems;

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