Without these African towns, the Pan-African dream would never have been born

Long before African countries earned their independence, the leaders were agitating not only for their freedom but also for Pan African dream.

They held meetings in various countries, mapping out the different strategies to see a united Africa, both in a sense of one united country or a continent made of different countries with the same dream.

Here are some of the towns that were vital for the birthing and realisation of the Pan-African dream.

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