Kenyan writer and political activist, Prof Abdilatif Abdalla, says there is a need to revive Pan-Africanism in Africa.
According to him, the current situation on the continent vindicates Kwame Nkrumah, who advocated for the formation of the African Union instead of maintaining separate governments in individual countries.
Speaking to Raymond Acquah on JoyNews' "The Sages," Prof. Abdalla explained that many political leaders had their agendas, which led them to cling to their political power.
The renowned poet noted that once in power, these leaders resisted discussions about an African Union, fearing it would diminish their control and influence within their respective countries.
“Unfortunately, this is where we are now. There is a need for Pan-Africanism, and unfortunately, not much is being done at the moment. I remember the last Pan-African conference we had was in 1994, and after that, there was another one in Ghana.”
“We have not done anything yet to try and revive the spirit, which is in great need.”
Prof Abdalla urged young people to draw inspiration from Pan-Africanist advocates, encouraging them to take up the mantle and promote Pan-Africanism.
He emphasised that Pan-Africanism should be a primary goal for Africans.
“I am encouraged by what is taking place in some of the West African countries. I hope they will survive what is happening in Burkina Faso and what is taking place in Mali. I can see that they are trying to do something to change the status quo and bring about the politics of change.”
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