1. Space on X: Ubuntu and TAF

Event Format: A virtual town hall discussion on X, that happened on 2 November 2024. Themed around Ubuntu, this event featured speakers from various TAF chapters who explored how Ubuntu can guide solutions to Africa’s pressing issues. The practice of Ubuntu in local communities, personal experiences of Ubuntu in everyday life, Ubuntu’s potential to address contemporary social, political and economic challenges.

Topics that were discussed:

• The historical roots of Ubuntu and its significance in shaping African societies
• The application of Ubuntu in modern governance and community-based social structures
• Ubuntu’s role in promoting peace, unity and sustainable development across Africa

Participants gained a deep understanding of Ubuntu and its practical implications for African governance, unity and development.

2. Zoom Events: TAF Country Chapter-led Events

Chapters held similar internal events throughout the month of November, on the 9th, 16th & 23rd with Uganda, Botswana and Nigeria respectively taking the lead, gearing up to the grand climax on the 29th of November 2024.

3. Zoom Event: TAF Narrative

Happened on the 29th of November 2024 this was a virtual poetry event where TAF members recited poems inspired by the theme of Ubuntu and were tasked to give a brief explanation of the presentation. Call for Submissions for the poems started on 14th October 2024. Africans from various spheres on the globe submitted poems that express their cultural perspectives and interpretations of Ubuntu.

4. Writing Campaign throughout the month of November

TAF members were invited to write essays and articles exploring Ubuntu from their local contexts. Covering the practice of Ubuntu in local communities, personal experiences of Ubuntu in everyday life, Ubuntu’s potential to address contemporary social, political and economic challenges.