PAG’s delegates to attend ‘Africa Youth Congress’ in Uganda
Ras Caleb Appiah-Levi, renowned musician, Pan Africanist, and founder of PanAfrica-Ghana (PAG), is set to lead a delegation to the prestigious ‘Africa Youth Congress (AYC)‘ holding from September 10 – 11, at the Munyonyo Commonwealth Resort, in Kampala, Uganda. H.E. Yoweri Kaguta Museveni, President of Uganda, will be the event’s Special Guest of Honour.
The theme of the Congress is “Africanism: Modernise Along Culture,” expected to feature a range of activities, including plenary sessions, workshops, panel discussions, and networking opportunities. The high profile gathering has been held in different African countries since 2014, establishing itself as a platform for collaboration, networking, and capacity-building among young Africans.
With Appiah-Levi at the centre of the Ghanaian delegation, the five-member team is anticipating to make a significant impact at the congress to solidify the bonds of African unity and cooperation. Others include Ms Christabel Nana Akosua Yeboah, Secretary and Personal Assistant to the President of PAG; Mr. Paul Alorkpa, Deputy Africa Regional Coordinator, PAG; Mr. Caleb Kofie, Director of Human Resource Training and Research Development, PAG / National Executive Secretary of Ghana Tourism Federation (GHATOF); and Mr. Jones Aruna Nelson, Communication Consultant, PAG and Director of Corporate Affairs, Ghana Tourism Authority (GTA).
AYC’s 2024 edition, hosted by the African Kin Education Resource Centre (AKERC) is in partnership with the Ugandan government. It promises to be a landmark event, bringing together visionary young leaders and change-makers from across the continent.
According to Comrade Kalema Rodgers, Chairman of AYC Organizing Committee, the event has consistently provided a powerful platform for fostering unity, innovation, and collective action among young Africans.
“We have been involved in various Pan-African efforts including the COVID-19 fight measures promotion, wealth creation campaigns, literacy campaigns, African integration initiatives support and cultural promotion,” said Comrade Rodgers. AKERC’s estimated 3,500 members across Africa dedicate their efforts towards promoting African civilisation and Pan-Africanism.
Comrade Rodgers indicated that they are expecting over 1,000 participants, including young leaders, entrepreneurs, innovators, activists, and students. The event will also witness representation from 55 countries, as well as esteemed leaders from the African Union, East African Community, Southern African Development Community, and the Economic Community of West African States.
“These Pan-Africanists work endlessly to ensure Africa attains her dream of becoming a global power,” remarked Comrade Rodgers on May 18, at Imperial Royale Hotel Kololo in Kampala during the launch of this year’s edition.
This year’s gathering will explore broad topics covering entrepreneurship, leadership, education, health, and technology, with a particular emphasis on how young people can contribute to achieving the African Union’s Agenda 2063 and the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Appiah-Levi will deliver a 15-minute presentation on Culture Preservation on the first day, followed by his music performance on the closing day. This occasion will also mark the signing of a historic Memorandum of Understanding between PAG and and the AKERC strengthen their partnership.
In a gesture of goodwill, PAG’s delegation will pay a courtesy visit to President Museveni at the presidential palace, presenting him with the ‘Music for Development’ project documents under the banner of ‘Healing Africa Tour.’ This initiative foreshadows the launch of the ‘Give Your Heart to Africa Consolidated Relief Fund,’ an ambitious project aimed at supporting developmental projects across Africa.
PAG delegates will also engage in extensive discussions with Comrade Edrisah Kenzo Musuuza, President and Founder of the Uganda National Musicians Federation, exploring potential partnership opportunities.
Source: TheAfricanDream.net
Oral Ofori is Founder and Publisher at www.TheAfricanDream.net, a digital storyteller and producer, and also an information and research consultant.
