US Bishop roots for revitalization of Pan-Africanism

Renowned African American preacher Bishop Joseph Tolton. [Photo: Courtesy]

Annually, February is celebrated as the “Black History Month”, especially by African Americans, although the same recognition is steadily spreading and gaining ground within the African Continent.

It is a time to mark achievements by African Americans and a recognition of the central role of blacks in US history. The event grew out of “Negro History Week,” the brainchild of celebrated historian Carter G. Woodson and other prominent African Americans. Since 1976, every US president has officially designated the month of February as Black History Month. Other countries around the world, including Canada and the United Kingdom, also devote a month to celebrate black history.