AFRICA MONTH: CELEBRATING 62 YEARS OF THE AFRICAN UNION
The African Union (previously known as the Organization of African Unity) commemorates its 62nd year since it was established. Over this period, numerous developments have been undertaken, considerable setbacks have been interrogated, corrective courses of action applied, and new resolutions have emerged having political and commercial facets. One of the most significant moments in the […]
AFRICA MONTH AN OPPORTUNITY FOR AFRICA TO REWRITE ITS FUTURE
The commemoration of Africa Month in May, and particularly Africa Day on 25 May, remains a pivotal moment for the African continent to showcase its cultural heritage, economic potential, and pan-African spirit to the world. Africa Month commemorates the founding of the Organisation of African Unity (OAU) now known as the African Union (AU). Its […]
AFRICA DAY 2025: INDEPENDENCE WITHOUT JUSTICE IS A FALLACY
On this year’s May 25th, Africa stands at a crossroads. As we mark Africa Day, we honor the historic formation of the Organization of African Unity (OAU) in 1963, now the African Union (AU). We must be earnest, however, in reflecting not only on the past, but also the present and future of Africa. It […]
THE 15TH THABO MBEKI AFRICA DAY LECTURE
Theme: The State of the Continent – Reigniting the African RenaissanceVenue: Johari Rotana, Dar es Salaam, United Republic of Tanzania | 18–25 May 2025 Foreword and Program Overview Under the distinguished aegis of the Thabo Mbeki Foundation (TMF), in strategic partnership with the University of South Africa (UNISA) and esteemed Tanzanian collaborators, the 15th iteration […]
AFRICA DAY 2025: HARNESSING THE BLUE ECONOMY
Roundtable: Harnessing the Blue Economy and Tourism for Africa’s Renaissance Background The Thabo Mbeki Foundation (TMF) and the University of South Africa (UNISA) in collaboration with several Tanzanian partners, will host the 15th Thabo Mbeki Africa Day Lecture in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, from May 18–25, 2025. Africa Day is a celebration of unity, solidarity, and […]