Tribute to Kwame Nkrumah – Theorist of Pan-Africanism in Africa

A pioneer of African unity

September 21 marks the birth of Kwame Nkrumah , an iconic figure of African independence and the father of modern Pan-Africanism . The first president of Ghana , he led his country to independence in 1957 , becoming a central player in the continent's liberation. A tireless visionary, Nkrumah firmly believed that African unity was the only way to resist neocolonialism . In 1963, he founded the Organization of African Unity (OAU) , laying the foundations for political, economic, and cultural cooperation among African nations.

A contemporary echo: the Alliance of Sahel States

Today, his dream finds an echo in current events: the birth, a year earlier, of the Alliance of Sahel States (ESA) . This alliance is in direct line with Nkrumah's struggle: a pan-African response to attempts at external interference, a bulwark against the exploitation of a coveted African subsoil and an affirmation of regional sovereignty . At a time when economic and geopolitical challenges are intensifying, Nkrumah's vision is more relevant than ever.

A creation by Joy Hanoun

United Souls ' tribute to Kwame Nkrumah comes to life through a work by Joy Hanoun . From the very beginning, this creation has been one of the founding pieces of our collection. It reflects the artist's unique style, capable of revealing light in shadow , of bringing out colors where others see only outlines. It is a vibrant tribute to the Pan-African heritage , both timeless and resolutely forward-looking.

Ghana in Music: An Exclusive Playlist

To extend this celebration, United Souls invites you to (re)discover Kwame Nkrumah's Ghana through music. In collaboration with Bon Ton Roulay , we have selected together a series of Ghanaian musical nuggets from the 70s , dug up in Ivory Coast. On the program: high-life , from the softest to the funkiest, with the typical crackles of African pancakes, witnesses of an effervescent era. A 100% vinyl playlist, 100% authenticity.