06th June 2025, Beau Plan –To mark Africa Day 2025 in a meaningful way, the African Leadership College of Higher Education (ALCHE), in collaboration with Brahma Kumaris and the United Nations Association of Mauritius, hosted a landmark event on Friday, May the 30th, under the theme of reparative justice for historical wrongs committed against the African continent.
Taking place shortly after the official Africa Day celebration on Sunday, May the 25th, the event brought together dignitaries, scholars, spiritual leaders, and members of the public to engage in deep reflection and dialogue.
The event was held in the presence of Vice-President of the Republic of Mauritius, His Excellency Mr Jean Robert Yvan Hungley, and the Junior Minister of Foreign Affairs, the Honourable Mr Hambyrajen Narsinghen, along with representatives from key institutions such as the United Nations and the African Union. The discussions explored the legal, moral, cultural, and spiritual dimensions of reparative justice, in line with the Africa Day 2025 theme: « Year of Justice for Africans and People of African Descent Through Reparations. » The programme extended beyond the customary celebration of African unity and diversity. Instead, it sought to answer a pressing question: how can the injustices inflicted upon Africa throughout history be acknowledged and repaired in a meaningful, dignified way?
As such, two panel discussions, held on ALCHE’s campus in Pamplemousses, brought together thought leaders, legal experts, historians, and spiritual guides. Titled “Restoring Dignity: Legal, Cultural, and Historical Pathways to Reparatory Justice,” the first panel examined the deep trauma borne by African people and explored pathways to justice that honour cultural heritage and human dignity. Panelists included representatives from the Economic, Social and Cultural Council (ECOSOCC) of the African Union, the Chagos Refugees Group and ALCHE itself.
The second panel, “Spiritual Healing for Justice: The Role of Meditation and Spirituality in Reparations,” focused on the inner dimension of healing. Led by a representative from Brahma Kumaris, it emphasised moving beyond physical identifiers such as race or religion to connect with the soul through meditation. The discussion underscored how spiritual practices can foster peace, unity, and collective healing across African communities and the global diaspora.
Speaking during the event, the Vice-President of the Republic of Mauritius, His Excellency Mr Jean Robert Yvan Hungley, emphasised on Mauritius’s strategic role as a bridge between Africa and Asia, advocating for broader collaboration and a just, inclusive future. He also highlighted the African Union’s efforts to address social and economic injustices through inclusive reforms aimed at safeguarding the rights and dignity of Africans and their descendants.
“Africa is rich, not only in natural resources, but also in human potential and cultural wealth. As His Excellency Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, Chairperson of the African Union Commission, recently emphasised, Africa must develop a viable value chain through value addition and transformative processes. This is essential not only for current progress, but also for the prosperity of future generations. As we look at the horizon, let us move beyond commemoration and into meaningful action. Let us support policies that empower our communities, protect human rights, celebrate African heritage, and chart a path toward peace, equity, and prosperity,” stated the Vice-President.
Reimagining Africa as a global force for self-driven development
Veda Sunassee, the CEO of the African Leadership College of Higher Education (ALCHE), marked Africa Day as both a celebration of the continent’s rich cultural diversity and a moment for deep reflection on its post-independence journey. He brought to attention the importance of reimagining Africa not as a subject of aid, but rather as a global force for self-driven development, acknowledging the challenges of transformation and the need to rebuild intellectual and institutional capacity.
Highlighting the work of the African Leadership College of Higher Education and its broader network, the CEO presented education as a response to historical dilemmas, aiming to cultivate ethical, competent leaders rooted in African realities. He concluded by calling for a renewed commitment to building inclusive, future-oriented systems to empower Africa’s youth and ensure the continent’s prosperity.
The day also focused on the transmission of values and cultural heritage to the youth, in line with ALCHE’s mission to foster the next generation of ethical entrepreneurial leaders in Africa.
L’African Leadership College of Higher Education (ALCHE), en collaboration avec Brahma Kumaris et l’Association des Nations Unies de Maurice, a organisé le 30 mai un événement marquant pour la Journée de l’Afrique 2025. Le thème central était la justice réparatrice pour les injustices historiques subies par le continent africain, s’inscrivant dans le thème de l’Union Africaine pour 2025 : « Année de la Justice pour les Africains et les Personnes d’Ascendance Africaine à travers les Réparations ».
L’événement a réuni des dignitaires, des universitaires, des leaders spirituels et le public, incluant le Vice-Président de la République de Maurice, S.E. M. Jean Robert Yvan Hungley, et le Ministre Junior des Affaires Étrangères, l’Honorable M. Hambyrajen Narsinghen. Les discussions ont approfondi les dimensions légales, morales, culturelles et spirituelles de la justice réparatrice, allant au-delà d’une simple célébration de l’unité africaine pour explorer comment réparer dignement les torts passés.
Deux tables rondes, tenues sur le campus de l’ALCHE à Pamplemousses, ont exploré ces questions :
« Restaurer la Dignité : Voies Légales, Culturelles et Historiques vers la Justice Réparatrice » a examiné le traumatisme des peuples africains et les moyens de parvenir à une justice qui respecte le patrimoine culturel et la dignité humaine.
« Guérison Spirituelle pour la Justice : Le Rôle de la Méditation et de la Spiritualité dans les Réparations » a abordé la dimension intérieure de la guérison, soulignant comment les pratiques spirituelles peuvent favoriser la paix et l’unité.
Le Vice-Président Hungley a souligné le rôle stratégique de Maurice comme pont entre l’Afrique et l’Asie, plaidant pour une collaboration accrue et un avenir juste. Il a insisté sur la richesse de l’Afrique en ressources et en potentiel humain, et a appelé à des actions concrètes pour l’autonomisation des communautés et la protection des droits humains.
Veda Sunassee, PDG de l’ALCHE, a invité à repenser l’Afrique comme une force motrice de développement autonome plutôt que comme un sujet d’aide. Il a souligné l’importance de l’éducation, portée par l’ALCHE, pour former des leaders éthiques et compétents, ancrés dans les réalités africaines, et pour construire des systèmes inclusifs tournés vers l’avenir afin d’assurer la prospérité du continent. La transmission des valeurs et du patrimoine culturel aux jeunes a également été un point clé.
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