Celebrating Unity and Progress at the Inaugural Convening of Afrikan People in The Gambia
- Ogaba Joseph Attah
- May 14
- 2 min read
Between 17th and 19th April 2026, The Gambia, West Africa, welcomed changemakers, academics, activists, organisers, and creatives from across the African diaspora for the first Convening of Afrikan People (CAP) 2026.
One Community Link (OCL) was honoured to be among the invited guests at this landmark gathering. The event focused on unity, empowerment, reconnection, and collective progress for Afrikan people worldwide.
Marsha Garratt, OCL’s Development and Anti-Racism Lead, represented OCL at the event. She joined delegates from Africa, the Caribbean, Europe, and the Americas in meaningful conversations about identity, justice, economic empowerment, culture, and the future of global Afrikan communities.
A Historic Gathering Rooted in Purpose
Between 17th and 19th April 2026, The Gambia, West Africa, welcomed changemakers, academics, activists, organisers, and creatives from across the African diaspora for the first Convening of Afrikan People (CAP) 2026.
One Community Link (OCL) was honoured to be among the invited guests at this landmark gathering. The event focused on unity, empowerment, reconnection, and collective progress for Afrikan people worldwide.
Marsha Garratt, OCL’s Development and Anti-Racism Lead, represented OCL at the event. She joined delegates from Africa, the Caribbean, Europe, and the Americas in meaningful conversations about identity, justice, economic empowerment, culture, and the future of global Afrikan communities.
One Community Link’s Presence at CAP 2026
For One Community Link, attending CAP 2026 was more than just joining an international event. It was a chance to build relationships, share knowledge, and take part in important global conversations about anti-racism, inclusion, and community empowerment.
Marsha Garratt’s participation showed OCL’s ongoing commitment to supporting diverse voices, building cross-cultural partnerships, and creating opportunities for communities to grow together.
During the event, OCL connected with community leaders, educators, entrepreneurs, and organisers from local and international communities. These conversations highlighted the value of working together, learning from each other, and taking community-led action to address inequality and create real social change.
Looking Ahead
The inaugural CAP gathering marks the start of what could become an important global platform for Afrikan collaboration and dialogue. One Community Link is proud to have been part of this historic moment and looks forward to continuing the conversations, partnerships, and opportunities that emerged from the convening.
In the coming days, we will share more reflections, stories, photos, and experiences from OCL’s journey in The Gambia. We will highlight the people, conversations, and cultural moments that made CAP 2026 such a powerful and memorable experience.
Watch and Follow the Journey
A special video from the event features Professor Kehinde Andrews, who explains the purpose and importance of CAP and the vision for bringing Afrikan people together in The Gambia.
Stay connected with One Community Link as we share more insights and highlights from this inspiring international gathering.
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