Ghaddafi Calls on African Leaders to Build Prosperous Continent

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Ghaddafi Calls on African Leaders to Build Prosperous Continent

Libyan leader Muammar Ghaddafi Monday called upon the African leaders to unite so as to build a prosperous continent in the world.

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Libyan leader Muammar Ghaddafi Monday called upon the African leaders to unite so as to build a prosperous continent in the world.

Speaking at the opening ceremony of the 38th summit of Organization of African Unity (OAU) in Durban, Ghaddafi said the African continent is in a "historical movement," and all leaders of African countries gathered here to bring the dream of the African Union (AU) into reality.

He also noted that Africa, particularly after the launching of the AU, is on the way of developing an important continent, which is believed to be capable to join the world economic development.

A united Africa is the only option for the African countries toface various challenges, he said, adding that African countries should refuse to accept assistance with imposed conditions.

Ghaddafi said in his speech that "We are not pupils who need someone to teach us, and if you insult the beggar, he will drive you away."

He also said the rest of the world was welcome to help the continent through the New Partnership for Africa's Development (NEPAD).

"You cannot drive away those who want to assist... but they should not try to impose their will on us, and we accept assistance and we refuse conditions."

On the advent of the AU, Ghaddafi said Africa had been waiting with impatience for a union to unite the continent.

Also at the ceremony, Amara Essy, OAU secretary general, lauded Ghaddafi for his role in getting the AU off the ground. "He, together with his colleagues, has broken the barriers of restraint," Essy said.

Ghaddafi arrived here Saturday evening to attend the final OAU summit and the first assembly of the AU.

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