Discover the MAGIC of Harambee

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October 26th is the day were many Africans in the diaspora celebrate the Harambee Festival

Here’s a quick summary of our discussion

• Introduction and Recap: The speaker welcomes listeners to the podcast, mentioning the recent pep rally and how educators can enjoy fun activities with students. He introduces the ongoing book discussion on “The Lost Cities of Africa” by Basil Davidson and encourages listeners to follow along, even though he doesn’t agree with everything in the book.
• Key Historical Questions: The host recaps questions from the previous week, including the description of the Bal Sudan by Europeans, the concept of the “land of gold,” and the financial systems of ancient African empires, hinting at upcoming deeper discussions.
• Harambee Festival Introduction: The speaker shifts focus to Harambee, a Swahili word meaning “unity” that is featured on Kenya’s coat of arms. He reflects on its significance during this season and ties it to the importance of pulling together for common goals, illustrated by a tug-of-war event at his school.
• Harambee’s Broader Message: Using the concept of Harambee, the speaker emphasizes unity in education, science, and African progress. He envisions a future where all Africans globally work together for a common cause, blending…