Annual African Descent Summit & Concert 2025
Dates: July 17 – July 20, 2025
Location: Toronto, Ontario, Canada
We are proud to host the Annual African Descent Summit 2025—a transformative four-day
gathering designed to honor the past, celebrate the present, and shape a bold vision for the
future.
Summit Theme: Recognition, Justice, and Development
A global call to action affirming the dignity, contributions, and rights of people of African descent.
The summit will serve as a platform to address systemic inequities, elevate cultural identity, and
promote socio-economic empowerment.
Summit Schedule Overview
Thursday, July 17
Arrival of International Guests
A warm welcome to global attendees as they arrive in Toronto.
Friday, July 18
Heritage Tour of Historical Sites in Ontario
Led by:
- Alexander Luyima, Director of Programs
- Thaddius Ssempagala, Director of Events
Tour Sites Include:
- Ontario Black History Society Archives
- Mackenzie House – Home of Toronto’s Underground Railroad Stories
- Freedom Train Toronto Memorial at Union Station
- St. Lawrence Hall – Historic Site of Anti-Slavery Meetings
Saturday, July 19 | Daytime Program
9:00 AM – 3:30 PM
Celebrations Banquet Hall
174 Bartley Drive, Toronto, ON M4A 1E1
(Located at Victoria Park & Eglinton)
Summit Sessions
Join leading scholars, policymakers, and community changemakers for powerful dialogues on
identity, justice, policy, and development.
✅ Free entry for all local delegates.
Saturday, July 19 | Evening Gala & Performance
7:30 PM – 2:00 AM
Celebrations Banquet Hall
174 Bartley Drive, Toronto, ON M4A 1E1
Annual African Descent Awards Gala, Concert & Performance Night Featuring:
Pallaso (Pius Mayanja)
Uganda’s Afrobeat and dancehall superstar will headline the evening with a high-energy
performance blending music, message, and celebration to capture the soul of the continent.
Tickets
- VIP Individual Ticket: $150
- VIP Table for 6: $800Includes dinner, reserved seating, and exclusive access to the gala program and concert.
Join Us
Be part of this extraordinary celebration of culture, excellence, and unity. Together, we rise.
