Pan-African

Youth Summit
Dakar 2010
Summary Brochure
Always bear in mind that people are not fighting for ideas, for the things in anyone’s
head. They are fighting to win material benefits, to live better and in peace, to see their
lives go forward, to guarantee the future of their children. - Amilcar Cabral

Thank you so much to all of the individuals/organizations who helped make this summit
possible.

Organizations:
CNP/CNG, RTA-S, PIT, UJDAN, The Liberator Magazine, Rosa Luxemburg Foundation,
Party for Socialism and Liberation.

Individuals:
Amadou Henri Ba, Chigozie Onyema, Brian Menifee, Ankhasanamen Sow, Lindsay
Parme, Primrose Thompson, Drea Chicas, Gabriel Carryon, Shelley Martin, Justin
Dunnavant, Eugene Puryear, Stephanie Nails Kane, Richard Arkutu, Anita Keteku Arkutu
and Patricia Thompson.

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 Pan-African Alliance to Confront 21st Century
Neo-Colonialism
On Saturday May 29th 2010 a newly established Pan-Africanist alliance of student
associations and left political parties coordinated the Pan-African Youth Summit 2010. The
theme was "Toward a Second Wave of Liberation Struggle." The event took place
after months of preparation and ideological work to ensure the outcome of the summit
was a progressive seed for a new anti-capitalist and anti-imperialist Pan-African coalition.

The event was an overwhelming success with over 120 individuals present consisting
of student and activist representatives from throughout Senegal and West Africa. The
summit was a timely response to the increasing pace of foreign militarization and neo-
liberal capitalism threatening the popular classes of West Africa.

The three topics were:

• Africa: Movements of Liberation Before and After Independence

• Toward a New Wave of Popular Democratic Liberation Struggle
• The Struggle Against Imperialism: Pan-African Movements and International
Solidarity

The panel discussions focused on each of the three topics followed by a concluding
pleneary session to summarize the most important points of the entire day. The points are
to be included in a founding manifesto for the newly established League of Revolutionary
Pan-Africanists (LIGUE DES PAN-AFRICANISTES REVOLUTIONNAIRES).

Africa: Movements of Liberation Before and After

Independence
This panel focused on a class analysis of 20th century anti-colonial movements in
Africa. The panel discussed the internal contradictions and pitfalls of African liberation
movements in the last century. Panelists also discussed the counter-revolution against
the radical nationalist governments in Africa during the 20th century.

Toward a New Wave of Popular Democratic Liberation

Struggle
This panel discussed methods by which the younger generations can create a new era of
popular and democratic struggles in Africa. The first part of the discussion analyzed the
daily challenges faced by the popular classes of Africa in the 21st century. Next, panelist
highlighted the link between imperialism and the internal difficulties of poverty and social
dislocation. Finally, the panelists discussed the role of culture in creating a revolutionary
consciousness among youth. This lively panel included poetry, song and intense debates
between panelists and participants.

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The Struggle Against Imperialism: Pan-African
Movements and International Solidarity
This panel discussed the potential impact of a revolutionary Pan-African movement on
the international fight against imperialism and global capitalism. The discussion analyzed
the Bolivarian revolution in Latin America, the peasant revolts in South Asia and the
continuing significance of the Cuban Revolution. The panel also discussed the current
predicament of revolutionary movements among oppressed nationalities and the working-
class in the imperial power, United States of America. Finally, the discussion imagined the
role of the new Pan-African League in the international movement towards socialism.

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After-Party (Live From Planet Earth)

The Summit was followed by a Pan-African themed after-party hosted by the U.S.-based
Liberator Magazine called "Live From Planet Earth". The party featured music from
Africa and the diaspora and was an opportunity for networking and a much deserved
celebration in the spirit of the summit. One attendee of the party commented, "that was
one of the wildest parties i've ever jammed at!"

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Where Do We Go From Here?
The objective in the following weeks is to establish a permanent administrative body
responsible for managing the operations of the League, recruiting new members and
coordinating the next Pan-African Youth Summit. There will also be a process to apply
for membership into the League of Revolutionary Pan-Africanists. Membership consists of
leading one of the LPR's or more of the organizations operations and committing oneself
to the struggle for leadership within mass organizations such as student associations,
artist collectives and trade unions. The primary function of the League will be to raise
revolutionary consciousness in West African civil society.

In the near future we will be discussing short-term campaigns including facilitating

movements against foreign military bases in West Africa. If you are seeking an
opportunity to support financially or organizationally the future of the League please
contact us at the email address below.

Contact: panafricanyouth@gmail.com

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