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Africa Day '25 - Year of Reparations

Africa Day 2025 marks a historic turning point with its theme: "2025: Year of Reparations – Justice for Africans and People of African Descent through Reparations." This theme not only commemorates the formation of the African Union but also places urgent focus on addressing the long-standing legacies of slavery, colonialism, and systemic racism that have deeply impacted African nations and the global African diaspora.

The film calls for a global conversation about how society can reckon with its past and work toward collective healing and justice. The theme is more than just a catchy title; it’s a powerful statement acknowledging the past in order to pave a brighter future. For decades, conversations about reparations have been on the fringes, but now it’s taking center stage. This initiative aims to address historical injustices; isn’t just about promoting a film — it’s about building momentum.

The film highlights stories of struggle, resistance, healing, and hope; explores reparations not just as a political concept, but as a living, breathing process that touches every corner of our lives: historical, cultural, economic, and social.

  • Dr. E. Rose Green
    Director
    Africa Day '24 - Year of Education
  • Dr. E. Rose Green
    Writer
    Africa Day '24 - Year of Education
  • Dr. E. Rose Green
    Producer
    Africa Day '24 - Year of Education
  • Ben Priest
    Key Cast
    "Musician"
  • Amaze
    Key Cast
    "Musician"
  • Project Type:
    Documentary, Feature, Music Video
  • Genres:
    Non-fiction, historical
  • Runtime:
    43 minutes 54 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    May 24, 2025
  • Production Budget:
    8,500 USD
  • Country of Origin:
    United States
  • Country of Filming:
    United States
  • Language:
    English
  • Shooting Format:
    Digital
  • Aspect Ratio:
    16:9
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    No
  • Student Project:
    No
  • Digital Cinema Package:
    Unavailable
Director Biography - Dr. E. Rose Green

SERIAL ARTPRENEUR
MUSIC, FILM, POETESS, ATHLETICS, AUTHOR MOTIVATIONAL SPEAKER

*8x FYC - Grammy Consideration (2023/Behind Closed Doors), (2024, Black Rose album & Svetuka single)

Dr. Empress Rose G is Owner to her Intl Starz small business. As an Honoree of the Top 500 Global Entrepreneurs and Thought Leaders of 2021, she’s a savvy well-rounded Business Executive who is technologically driven, a talented Billboard Songwriter & Producer, Author, multi-award winning Independent Filmmaker, Award Winning Radio & Podcast Broadcaster and a Professional Track & Field Athletic Coach.

Within the Spoken Word space she is a Creative Artist and Producer who’s not defined by what is, but inspired by all that could be. She's devoted to creating valuable Art, so much that her works have made a global impact in numerous creative spaces. She's been able to reach various Cultural Creative Industry (CCI) individuals beyond existing disciplines, in an effort to create new empowering ways to connect with a global audience.

Her creative artistry and works has spotlighted her willingness to take creative risks in order to positively transform the world. As a deeply committed Humanitarian and multilingual internationalist her passionate works emphasizes her dedication to community.

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Director Statement

As a Humanitarian, talented ArtPreneur and Filmmaker, I have always believed in the power of storytelling to illuminate the past, shape the present, and inspire future action. "Africa Day '25 – Year of Reparations" is not just a film; it is an urgent call to reckon with the deep-rooted historical injustices that continue to echo through the lives of millions on the continent and its diaspora.

This project comes at a pivotal moment in history. In 2025, as we commemorate Africa Day, we find ourselves at a crossroads—where the conversation surrounding reparation is louder than ever. For generations, African nations have been subjected to the consequences of colonialism, exploitation, and the violent erasure of their cultural identities. While some have begun to acknowledge these wrongs, there is still a profound gap between acknowledgment and genuine action.

The exploration of this film, captures the emotional, social, and political struggle to secure reparations and to demand justice. It is not merely a documentary or historical retelling; it is a visceral portrayal of the lived experiences of those affected by these legacies. Through intimate narratives, powerful visuals, and thought-provoking interviews, the film aims to showcase the diverse perspectives across Africa and its diasporas, each with their own interpretation of reparation and the paths toward healing.

The 2025 focus on reparations serves as a lens through which we examine the broader questions of identity, pride, and justice. The idea of reparations, whether through financial restitution, cultural restoration, or land reclamation, becomes not just a political issue but a deeply personal one for all involved. The Film addresses some of the difficult questions: What does true justice look like? Can the wounds of the past ever truly be healed, or are we left forever grappling with the scars? And most importantly, how can the African continent unite in its efforts to reclaim what has been lost—both materially and spiritually?

My hope is that Africa Day '25 becomes a bridge; a means to spark dialogue, action, and reflection. It is an opportunity to honor those who fought and continue to fight for justice, and to ensure that the voices of the marginalized are heard. This film does not offer easy answers, and it encourages us to question, to challenge, and to begin healing. It’s a call to everyone, from the leaders of today to the youth of tomorrow, to reclaim what was once taken and to begin the arduous but necessary work of repairing what has been broken.

This is the Year of Reparations, a time for us to confront the truth, embrace our heritage, and demand the justice that is long overdue.