Music of Sunday, 9 August 2026

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David Oscar re-echoes call for unity with live rendition of 'Africa As One'

David Oscar Dogbe has joined growing calls for African unity with 'Africa As One' play videoDavid Oscar Dogbe has joined growing calls for African unity with 'Africa As One'

Ghanaian reggae musician David Oscar Dogbe has joined growing calls for African unity with the release of his latest single, 'Africa As One'

The song, released on June 27, 2026, seeks to revive the spirit of Pan-Africanism by encouraging Africans to embrace a shared identity and work collectively towards the continent's development.

According to David Oscar, the song is both a celebration of Africa's rich heritage and a call for Africans to reconnect with the ideals championed by the continent's liberation heroes and Pan-African thinkers.

In a live performance of the song during his annual music festival 'Reggae Spot Unplugged', the celebrated reggae artiste delivered a powerful and emotionally charged rendition.

Speaking about the inspiration behind the track, David Oscar noted that despite Africa's abundant human talent and natural resources, the continent continues to grapple with divisions stemming from colonial borders, political conflicts, xenophobia, and economic dependence.

"The message behind Africa As One is simple. Africa's strength lies in unity. The voices of Pan-Africanists like Kwame Nkrumah, Thomas Sankara, Julius Nyerere, and Patrice Lumumba should continue to inspire us," he said.

Pan-Africanism has long advocated African solidarity, political cooperation, economic independence, and cultural pride. Against this backdrop, Africa As One serves as a timely reminder of the need for renewed unity as the continent confronts challenges that require collective action.

Watch the live performance in the video below.