Conference

The Pan-African Progressive Front (PPF) is an international non-governmental organization headquartered in Accra, Ghana. It stands at the forefront of the fight for Africa’s unification and is committed to coordinating and supporting progressive movements across Africa and the diaspora, with the goal of advancing the true interests and future of our continent. Inspired by the vision of the great Dr. Kwame Nkrumah and other Pan-Africanists, PPF believes that Africa’s destiny must rest in the hands of its own people, and that its future lies in its political and economic unity – serving as the bedrock of our strength and continental sovereignty.

The meeting will convene progressive forces from across the globe, including leaders of political parties, social movements, academia, civil society, and the diaspora.

The conference aims to take stock of contemporary challenges and opportunities and will culminate in the adoption of the “Accra Declaration.” This pivotal document will outline concrete actions on key issues such as African integration, justice, reparations, youth employment, peace and security, intra-African trade, and a mutual economic program. The occasion will be graced by the presence of some heads of state and other distinguished statespersons from Africa and beyond.

For any inquiries, please do not hesitate to contact our Event Coordinator, Maame Abena Asare, at panafricanprogressivefront@gmail.com or +233 541970070 (WhatsApp).

Date

18-19 November 2025

Location

Kwame Nkrumah Mausoleum and Memorial Park, Accra, Ghana

Contact Information

Phone / WhatsApp

+233541970070

Email

panafricanprogressivefront@gmail.com

Conference Documents

ARABIC-The-Accra-Declaration.pdf

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Declaracao-de-Acra.pdf

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DECLARATION-DACCRA.pdf

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La-Declaracion-de-Accra.pdf

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The-Accra-Declaration.pdf

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ARABIC-Special-Accra-Declaration-on-Reparatory-Justice.pdf

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Declaracao-Especial-de-Acra-sobre-Justica-Reparadora-.pdf

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Declaracion-especial-de-Accra-sobre-la-justicia-reparadora.pdf

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Declaration-Speciale-DAccra-Sur-La-Justice-Reparatrice.pdf

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Special-Accra-Declaration-on-Reparatory-Justice.pdf

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Economic-Program-of-the-Pan-African-Progressive-Forces.pdf

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NEW-AFRICAN-ECONOMIC-MODEL-THE-AFRICAN-MANIFESTO.pdf

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NEW-AFRICAN-POLITICAL-MODEL-THE-AFRICAN-MANIFESTO.pdf

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New-Political-Model-for-Africa.pdf

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The main points of the economic program of the Pan-African Progressive Forces

Industrialisation as the Core Strategy

African countries should make industrialisation the foundation of their economies, building factories around local resources and producing essential goods to meet domestic needs.

State Participation in Strategic Industries

Governments must hold ownership or major stakes in key industries like energy, mining, telecommunications, and transport to secure control and ensure technology transfer.

Nationalisation of Natural Resources

All extraction of minerals, oil, and gas should be under public ownership, with processing and value addition done within Africa before export.

Reclaim and Redistribute Land

Illegally acquired and idle lands should be nationalised, managed through public land banks, and leased fairly for farming, housing, and community use.

Control of Logistics and Trade Routes

Africa must manage its own roads, railways, ports, and air routes through a continental logistics authority and protect its territorial waters through joint security operations.

Priority Employment for Africans

Foreign companies operating in Africa must prioritize African workers in all positions, ensure fair wages, and commit to training and skills transfer.

Use of Local Currencies

African trade and settlements should increasingly use national and regional currencies, reducing reliance on the dollar and strengthening financial sovereignty.

Agriculture for Domestic Consumption

Agriculture should primarily serve local food needs, with exports limited to 30 percent, supported by agro-processing parks and food-security corridors.

Priority for Local Producers

Local manufacturers and cooperatives must have first access to government procurement and retail markets to strengthen African industries.

Cancellation of Exploitative Contracts

Unfair contracts with foreign powers and corporations should be reviewed, renegotiated, or terminated to protect African interests.

Continental Transport Infrastructure

All African capitals and key cities should be connected by modern roads and railways to promote trade, unity, and industrial growth.

Continental Knowledge System

Universities should align with Africa’s industrial goals through standardised curricula, applied research, and guaranteed job placements for graduates.

African Free Trade Zone

Borders should become gateways for trade through harmonised customs systems, standardised regulations, and improved transport and logistics links.

Carbon Quotas and Exchange Mechanisms

Africa should create a continental carbon market to finance green industries, support reforestation, and exchange credits for debt relief and technology.

African Solidarity Fund

African nations must build their own financial institution to replace dependency on Western lenders, fund social protection, and respond to crises.

Military-Industrial Development

Africa should produce its own defense equipment to boost security, create jobs, and develop advanced manufacturing and engineering capacities.

Unified Legal Framework for Reparations

A binding continental legal system should guide Africa’s pursuit of reparations for slavery, colonialism, and exploitation, ensuring fair use of recovered resources.

Single Reparations Fund

Reparations should be pooled in one continental fund and shared equitably to finance infrastructure, education, and community restoration.

Debt Cancellation

All African debts should be cancelled as part of reparations, with the recovery of illicit funds and redirection of resources into development.

Equal Global Cooperation

Africa should pursue balanced relations with all world economies, diversifying partnerships and safeguarding its political and economic independence.

Fifteen Theses for a New Political Model for Africa

A Borderless Continent
We Africans affirm that Africa is one homeland. We call for a visa-free continent where every African can move freely across our ancestral lands without artificial barriers, reclaiming the unity denied us by colonial borders.
A Continental Presidency and Democratic Federation
We call for the establishment of a Continental Presidency a collective leadership that embodies the democratic will of all Africans within a Pan-African Federation grounded in shared values, mutual accountability, and the sovereignty of the people.
True Self-Determination
We Africans reject the politics of dependency. We call for the end of donor-driven governance and the rebirth of genuine self-determination rooted in our own resources, ideas, and creative capacities.
A Common Security and Defense Pact
We call for a unified continental defense and security command , to protect Africa’s sovereignty, safeguard our seas, secure our cyberspace, and bring an end to all foreign military bases and interventions on African soil.
Monetary Liberation
We Africans call for the total abolition of colonial currencies and the establishment of a single African currency, within a binding and time-bound framework, as a cornerstone of true economic independence.
Reparations and Restitution
We call for reparations in tangible form through debt cancellation, technology transfer, restitution funds, and the unconditional return of Africa’s looted cultural heritage. Justice delayed must no longer be justice denied.
Shared Prosperity through Self-Reliance
We Africans call for a continental renaissance of self-reliance, built on intra-African trade, industrial collaboration, and shared prosperity where no African nation stands alone or left behind.
Economic Sovereignty through Value Creation
We call for an end to the export of raw materials and the birth of an Africa that refines, manufactures, and innovates in its own name owning the full value chain of its wealth.
A Pan-African Cultural Renaissance
We Africans call for a cultural awakening that restores the pride, dignity, and creative genius of our civilization. Our art, languages, and traditions must once again define the rhythm of our progress.
Partnerships of Equals
We call for international alliances based on equality, dignity, and mutual respect partnerships that empower Africa, not perpetuate dependency or subservience.
Strengthening the African Family
We Africans call for the protection and empowerment of the African family the foundation of our social fabric through policies that support young families, uphold parental dignity, and secure the future of our children.
Climate Justice and Ecological Stewardship
We call for climate justice and responsible guardianship of Africa’s lands, forests, waters, and minerals ensuring that our natural wealth serves the people, not foreign exploiters or corporate greed.
Digital Sovereignty for a New Age
We Africans call for full ownership and control over our data, technology, and innovation systems building a digital Africa that serves African development and shields our continent from technological domination.
Inclusive Governance and Equal Leadership
We call for the full inclusion of youth and women at every level of governance not as tokens, but as equal architects of Africa’s destiny and builders of its future institutions.
Guardianship of the African Commons
We Africans call for the protection of our collective inheritance our land, water, energy, and biodiversity as sacred trusts held in stewardship for generations yet to come.