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On May 25 many Africans are celebrating Africa Day, an annual commemoration to mark the founding of the Organization of African Unity (OAU), now known as the African Union (AU). The day celebrates African unity and progress and aims to promote greater understanding and solidarity among African nations. Africa has a special meaning for me as a nearly two month trip through five Southern African countries in 1989 had a significant impact on my career choice and my personal future. Never lost interest in the continent in spite of living in Asia since 2001. One beautiful concept I also like to use in my personal facilitation practice is the concept of Ubuntu. Ubuntu is a Southern African philosophy that emphasizes the interconnectedness of people and the importance of community, compassion, and mutual support. It is often summarized by the phrase, "I am because we are," highlighting the belief that an individual's well-being and identity are deeply tied to the well-being and identity of the broader community. In recognition of Africa Day let me highlight a quote of one of the most famous sons of the continent, Archbishop Desmond Tutu from South Africa. Happy belated Africa Day!

If we can transcend partisanship in politics, Africa will shine with pride. Imagine an Africa where equity reigns supreme and community spirit flourishes. A place where supporting one another, regardless of religious or political affiliation, is fundamental. In this united Africa, we will make significant strides, becoming a beacon of unity on the global stage. Embracing our diversity, we'll find strength in peace and unity. I firmly believe in Africa and its vibrant youth. Our continent offers boundless possibilities and opportunities for all. As we celebrate AU Day yesterday, let's not just adorn ourselves in African prints but embody the spirit of unity in our actions and interactions. It's time to move beyond rhetoric and truly embody the ideals of Africa Day. #chestersl #writer #africayouth #iloveafrica #TranscendPartisanship #UnitedAfrica #EquityForAll #CommunitySpirit #StrengthInUnity #AfricaPride #YouthEmpowerment #AUday #CelebrateDiversity #EmbraceUnity #AfricanSpirit #BeyondRhetoric

We highly speak of Africa not because we hate other continents, The reason is simply, we just find pride in our authenticity. Am an Africa.Africa is on the mission to rise and transform the status quo- We call it new world order, we moving towards that slowly but steady .We are in a movement to shift the perceptive people have about us and position our continent to it's originality. lately , president of Kenya proclaimed that African brother's and sister may come without visa to Kenya , that's a positive step moving forward .Which evidently demonstrate that we going to back to the basics of spirit of Ubuntu, peace loving nation and humility in our heart's 💓.Is how we need to perceived . Not as unorganised nation, Poor to the core, terrosim attacks , feminine , poor structures to lead ourselves, Unfruitful participants in globally settings. we just as good as other nations and not oblivious enough to deny that we come short in some instances - We just need time to rebuild as nation and get back to our feet like before the settlers come to destroy our continent and Shift blame to us.

*Africa ✅,*Africans 😊✅ *Africa ✅ We are preaching everyday 😊 for Africa's unity, that we are stronger together ✅🙏👍🤗 Some of our Presidents in Africa are already opening up their countries in the vida-free Africa policy, and we believe all the other countries will join,so together,we can and we will build the Africa of our dreams 🙏✅👌 👍 I always talk or preach about positive mindset for Africans 😊, because that's the only way we can build the Africa of our dreams 🙏✅. We all have a duty as Africans to educate one another, so together we can influence the positive mindset we need at this point,we as Africans must never miss this momentum ✅👌🙏 Please watch this video, really sad what this brother in south Africa,was telling his fellow Africans, really ridiculous 🤔😳, and let's have your thoughts 👏👌🙏. If you have any brilliant advocacy program that we can use to influence positive mindset for Africans 😊, please share 👏👌🙏 We have a lot of bridges to build ✅ in Africa to connect us together mentally, physically, emotionally and spiritually 🙏 #africa #africarising #africanunity #africanunion #africameansbusiness #africansolutionstoafricanproblems #africaonthemove

- Africa Must Unite is a powerful and inspiring idea that has motivated generations of Africans to fight for their liberation and dignity. However, it is also a complex and contested concept that has faced many challenges and criticisms. How has this affected our struggle for development and justice? In this paper, I will explore the historical and contemporary debates around African unity, and suggest that we need to balance our aspirations for solidarity with our respect for pluralism and human rights. - The dream of Africa Must Unite has shaped the political and social movements of Africa for decades. It has given us a sense of identity and purpose, and a vision of a better future. But has it also limited our potential and options? In this article, I will analyze the achievements and failures of this idea, and propose that we need to rethink our approach to African unity, and embrace a more flexible and inclusive model that recognizes our differences and opportunities. To achieve these dreams, we must first help ourselves by developing a powerful brain power. Let’s start over again and again.

It was true in 1960 when Patrice Lumumba said it and it remains true even today. It is precisely for that reason that the scramble for Africa accelerated in the last quarter of 19th century. It is reported that at the time, the colonisers were driven by economic, religious, and "strategic" interests. At the time of the Berlin conference in 1884, a lot of the minerals now found on the African continent had not been discovered. This was true even at the start of the independence of some of the African states in the late 1950s. Where some of minerals may have been known, they may not have been strategic or of huge economic significance. Lumumba's vast country, the DRC has a lot of minerals, including coltan which is used in electronic goods, in the northeast. Is it a coincidence then that the conflict in the DRC is centered around that area? Major economies need those important minerals for modern digital gadgets. It is therefore in the interests of those powers to ensure the central government in the capital Kinshasa is weak. It is weak because it has no control over large parts of the country mainly in the east and northeast. Those regions are only accessible by flight and of course that suits those who are looting the resources there as they fly them out without going via Kinshasa. No revenues flow to the central government. As Lumumba said, those powers will do anything to maintain their hold on the resources of the continent. Initially, the partitioning of Africa was a "divide and rule" scheme. Now the major powers will divide states to enable ruling over their resources. As was the case during enslavement of Africans, there are collaborators and enablers on the continent facilitating this looting. These enablers masquerade as leaders who benefit from the looting. You know where they bank their loot? You guessed right. The proceeds for these leaders are banked in the capitals of the erstwhile colonisers, the same people who are looting the resources today. Slavery was made easier by the African collaborators. The looting today is facilitated by enablers too. Very sad.

Where is Africa and Africans within Africa and where is African and Africans in the world.

Research and Policy Consultancy Pvt Ltd celebrates Africa Liberation Day. Research and Policy Consultancy,a company which believes in African solutions for African problems, takes this opportunity to congratulate the African continent and its people on this important Africa Day. On this day we celebrate the unity and partnerships of the African people in their struggle to dismantle all forms of imperialist and colonial designs on the journey to political and economic independence of African countries.On 25 May we celebrate the liberation struggle values which laid the foundation of statecraft practice after independence;the values of freedom,justice,equality,unity,tolerance,one-man-one vote,the rule of law,ubuntuism and economic prosperity for all.May these values form the foundation of our patriotism and the Africa that we should build together in partnership with the international community.God bless Africa and its people

Politics is all around us. >>We can buy things, do things, turn things on and off - because of politics. >>We have schools, jobs, roads, homes, pets - because of politics. >>We can walk down the street, drive a car, watch TV, play sports -because of politics. >>We can have a family, celebrate our love and marry - because of politics. Most importantly, we live in societies where we can participate in politics because we have a voice, we have a vote. Today is a big day in South Africa. Today is an important day for South Africans. Today is an exciting day for tomorrow. Make it happen. Make it special. Make it count.

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