On the occasion of Africa Day, which is celebrated every 25 May, the African Union has underlined the importance of this date as a space for unity and reflection for the peoples of the continent. At the central event held at its headquarters, the need for historical justice for Africans and people of African descent was highlighted, especially in relation to the crimes of slavery and colonisation, the consequences of which remain unremedied. This year, the message is articulated around the recognition of a shared memory and the urgency of reparations still pending, in a context where the wounds of the past are still present, but do not define the future of the continent.
Far from resigning itself, Africa is moving forward with determination on multiple fronts, from institutional strengthening to economic momentum. The continent is projecting itself as a key global player, with abundant natural resources, committed youth and governments that are committed to realistic policies. Membership of the G20 and the creation of a large African common market reinforce this dynamic of growth and affirmation. In this scenario, Pan-Africanism is claimed as a strategic compass, a legacy of the founders of African unity, which today continues to guide collective efforts towards a future of dignity, development and international prominence.
Source: prensa-latina.cu