Let us echo the spirit of oneness that flows through our blood as we raise our voices in the heart of Africa’s land, rising like the sun. Let’s congregate beneath the same golden light that saw the birth of our liberation as we continue the visionary Kwame Nkrumah’s work. May each petal of our hopes blossom like vivacious blooms, promising a better tomorrow. Let’s ignite transformation like a blazing, unquenchable inferno as we construct our futures with the fire of perseverance.

Egypt’s Gamal Abdel Nasser
Let us raise our voices in the spirit of Gamal Abdel Nasser, the visionary who aspired to restore Egypt from the ashes in the shadow of the pyramids. May our courage rise against the seas of uncertainty, our hearts beating like the drums of liberation, like the waters of the Nile do. Let our oneness be a symphony that reverberates across time with each stride we take, a surge of energy that propels us into a better time. May Nasser’s memory inspire us to create a country that is as unyielding as the imposing stone structures that dot our landscape.

(Democratic Republic of the Congo) Patrice Lumumba
Let us shout with the zeal of Patrice Lumumba’s vision for a free Congo amid the verdant woods, like a people yearning for justice. May our resolve cut through the darkness of oppression and illuminate the way to sovereignty, just as the sun pierces through the dense canopy. Let’s keep Lumumba’s sacrifice in mind with every heartbeat and inject some life into our activities. Like the rivers that cut across our old land, let our togetherness be a force of nature that cannot be stopped or contained.

Ethiopian leader Haile Selassie
Let our voices soar like the anthems of hope that Haile Selassie treasured for Ethiopia beneath the watchful gaze of the mountains. May the winds that blow across the highlands bring our hopes to the globe, each gust bearing witness to our unwavering faith. Let our variety be the symphony of our togetherness, blending our variances into a stirring melody of advancement. Let our tenacity burst forth, unstoppable and transformative, like the lava that once flowed from our volcanoes, influencing the future of our beloved country.

Burkinabe Thomas Sankara
Let us raise our voices throughout the Sahel like the winds that carry Thomas Sankara’s vision for a prosperous Burkina Faso. May our determination shine brightly, eradicating the shadows of inequality, like the sun that blazes overhead. Let our union be a resounding roar, just like the storms that herald transformation and rebirth. Let’s build a future enriched with justice, equality, and the bursting energy of youth, just as Sankara did with the fields of his country.

Mozambican Samora Machel
Let our voices rise like the rivers that once led Samora Machel toward a free Mozambique amid the verdant vistas that nurture our dreams. May our commitment form the future of our country, just as the waves shape our shoreline. Let our union be a strong tie that endures the test of time, just like the roots of old baobab trees. Let us nurture progress by fostering a land that blossoms with potential, just like the blossoms that beautify our fields, with the fervor that Machel kindled.

Guinean Ahmed Sékou Touré
Let us raise our voices in the heart of West Africa, echoing Ahmed Sékou Touré’s plea for a strong and independent Guinea. May our determination flow unceasingly as it plows a route toward self-determination, just like the great Niger River does through our nation. Let our union stand as a stronghold immovable in the face of doubt’s storms, like the great mountains that tower above us. Let us construct a future that shines as brightly as the desert sun with the fire of Touré’s imagination.

Guinea-Bissau native Amlcar Cabral
Let our voices soar like the waves that Amilcar Cabral rode in the direction of a free Guinea-Bissau beneath the palm trees swaying in the ocean air. We pray that our togetherness will result in a future that is rich in progress, just as fertile soil produces food. Let our resolve serve as a beacon, guiding ships to protected ports just like a lighthouse. Let’s take care of the garden of our country, where each bloom blossoms with the hope of a brighter tomorrow, just as Cabral planted the seeds of independence.

Mozambican Eduardo Mondlane
Let our voices soar like Eduardo Mondlane’s melodies in the embrace of our ancestral lands, echoing his vision of a prosperous and united Mozambique. May our commitment herald a time of prosperity, just as the sunrise signals the start of a new day. Let our unity be a beautiful tapestry made from the varied strands that make up our society. Let’s create a future that honors Mondlane’s vision and blazes with the colors of possibility with the same fervor that ignited within him.

Nnamdi Azikiwe (Nigeria) Let our voices soar like the harmonies that Nnamdi Azikiwe created for a unified Nigeria as the rivers flow through the center of our country. May our deeds tell tales of growth and unification, just as antiquated artifacts tell tales of our history. Like the winds that sculpt the Saharan dunes, let our resolve be a force that rewrites history. Let us navigate the currents of change using Azikiwe’s spirit as our compass, guiding us toward a future filled with the promise of a flourishing Nigeria.

South African Steve Biko
Let our voices echo Steve Biko’s cry for self-awareness and empowerment as we stand in the shadow of the mountains that protect our territory. May our enthusiasm illuminate the way to ultimate freedom, just as the stars illuminate the night sky. Like the unshakable bonds between the components of nature, let our togetherness be a bond that endures hardship. Let’s create a South Africa that shines as a beacon of progress, a place bursting with the potential of its people and with the fire of Biko’s ideas.

Frantz Fanon (Algeria/Martinique)
Let our voices rise amid conflict, like the liberation screams Frantz Fanon supported for Martinique and Algeria. May our deeds shape history in the same way as volcanic explosions shape the landscape. Like the waves that erode the cliffs along the coast, let our tenacity be a force that tears down the barriers of injustice. Let us navigate the turbulent waters of change using Fanon’s observations as our compass as we head for shores overflowing with the promise of justice and equality.

South African singer Miriam Makeba
Let our voices soar like the songs Miriam Makeba sang to inform the world of South Africa’s fight amid the rhythms of our various cultural traditions. May our resolve to endure through time as a tribute to our fortitude, just as the songs resound in our hearts. Like the rich designs on our ancient fabrics, let our togetherness be a mosaic of interwoven tales. Let’s create a future that resonates with peace and is brimming with the rich tapestry of our country, using Makeba’s bravery as our model.

Jamaican Marcus Garvey
Let’s raise our voices like the waves that transported Marcus Garvey’s message of empowerment across the oceans under the Caribbean sun. May our dreams shape our future, just as the tides shape our coastlines. Let our willpower act as a driving force, filling the sails of our goals with the winds that carry us ahead. Let’s navigate the waters of progress using Garvey’s vision as our compass to set sail towards a Jamaica that is brimming with independence and pride.

Liberian leader Ellen Johnson Sirleaf
Let us raise our voices in the same way that Ellen Johnson Sirleaf did for Liberia, amid the verdant vistas of our country. May our efforts etch a road to success, just as rivers chisel out their course. Like the tree canopy that shields the forest floor, let our togetherness serve as a barrier to defend our future. Let us sow the seeds of growth, developing a Liberia brimming with prospects for future generations, with Sirleaf’s wisdom serving as our guide.

Senegalese Leopold Sédar Senghor
Let us raise our voices in praise of the splendor of our identity and culture as the African sun envelops us. Let them rise like the words of Leopold Sédar Senghor’s poetry. May our efforts paint a brighter future for Senegal, just as the sunsets paint the sky with vivid hues. Let our tenacity be a river that flows gradually in the direction of development, feeding the ground beneath our aspirations. Let us build a nation that blooms with creativity and unity, a nation bursting with the vibrancy of its people, using Senghor’s spirit as our inspiration.

Guinean Sekou Toure
Let our voices resound in the heart of our country’s history like the echoes of Sekou Toure’s unflinching commitment to a free and independent Guinea. May our tenacity pave a route to a better future, just like the powerful Niger River does with its course. Let the light of our oneness destroy the oppressive darkness like a blazing flame. Let us create Guinea with Toure’s unwavering spirit leading the way, a country that is bursting with the strength of its people and serves as a tribute to our tenacity.

Kwame Ture (Trinidad & Tobago/USA; formerly Stokely Carmichael)
Let our voices rise like the harmonies that Kwame Ture, also known as Stokely Carmichael, utilized to confront injustice amid the calypso rhythm and the pulse of activism. May our courage accept the waves of change, just as the oceans embrace our coasts. Like the unending horizon before us, may our oneness be a force that transcends limitations. Let’s forge a road of empowerment and justice, one bursting with the energy of our group efforts, using Ture’s legacy as our inspiration.

South African Winnie Mandela
Let us raise our voices like the echoes of Winnie Mandela’s unyielding struggle for justice in South Africa in the midst of struggle. May our passion burn through the bonds of oppression, just as the flames of hope do. Let our solidarity serve as a stronghold, like the embrace of a people with a common goal. Let’s create a South Africa that shines as a beacon of progress, a place brimming with the promise of a brighter tomorrow, using Mandela’s unwavering resolve as our guide.

South African leader Nelson Mandela
Let’s raise our voices in the midst of transformation, echoing Nelson Mandela’s cries for peace and freedom in South Africa. May we have the fortitude to persevere despite the challenges we encounter, just as the sun rises after the darkest of nights. Like the relationships that Mandela aimed to forge between different groups, may our togetherness serve as a bridge that crosses gaps. Let us create a future where justice and equality flourish, a South Africa bursting forth with the triumph of unity and hope, using Mandela’s legacy as our inspiration.