About Panafest 2007

Panafest is a cultural event dedicated to enhancement of the ideals of Pan-Africanism and the development of the African continent. It is organized biennially for Africans and people of African descent as well as all persons committed to the well being of Africans on the Continent and in the Diaspora. It's goals are to establish the truth about the history of Africa and the experiences of the African people, using the vehicle of African arts and culture. Panafest, by it's diverse character, projects a potential of being the most prestigious and indeed the most relevant cultural event on the African continent.


The essential thrust of Panafest is to enhance development. The festival provides a forum to promote unity between Africans on the Continent and in the Diaspora, and affirms the common heritage of African peoples the world over by defining and promoting Africa's contribution to world civilization. Panafest attracts a diverse assembly of people - ranging from political leaders, eminent personalities and intellectuals - to business concerns, investors and tourists. Central to the celebration are major international performing and visual artists from across Africa and the Diaspora. We invite you to join us in July 2007 and become part of the legacy that is Panafest!


SUPPORT FOR THE FESTIVAL

The African Union (formerly the OAU - Organization of African Unity) has endorsed the biennial Panafest event as an important festival program on the cultural calendar of the continent. Panafest is held under the auspices of the African Union and the Government of Ghana. Panafest also enjoys the support of other international organizations and bodies. Additional financial support comes from the private sector and the public at large.



OBJECTIVES OF PANAFEST


To establish the truth about the history of Africa and experience

of its people, using the vehicle of African arts and culture.

To provide a forum to promote unity between Africans on the

continent and in the Diaspora.

To affirm the common heritage of African peoples the world over

and define Africa's contribution to world civilization.

To encourage regular review of Africa's development objectives,

strategies and policies

To mobilize consensus for the formulation and implementation of

potential alternative options for development.






A SAMPLE OF PANAFEST ACTIVITIES


The Grand Durbar of Chiefs

Rites of Passage Programs

Slave March Reenactment

Midnight Candlelight Vigil at Cape Coast Castle

Emancipation Day Commemoration

Musical and Dramatic Performances