OMOWALE MALCOLM X

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Sun 22nd Feb 2026 • 1pm-6pm • @Chestnuts Community Centre N15 5BN

The year that we celebrate the 100th Birthday of Omowale Malcolm X (19th May), also marks the 60th Anniversary of his assassination! He was on the verge of presenting the programme of the Organisation of Afro-American Unity (OAAU) to the world and launching a revolutionary programme for Afrikan Liberation.

Omowale Malcolm X manifested the kind of character that is necessary for Afrikan people to confront the problems we are faced with and be the agents of our own destiny. He was a shining example of the courage and integrity that we require to pass to our children a world in which they can live free and self-determined!

This year, as we commemorate the passing of a Revolutionary Prophet, we explore the lessons of his life as we delve deep in to how and real connection with our ancestors give birth to a mission defining relationship.

The Day Includes:

Film: Malcolm X Speeches & Interviews

Tambiko - Libation

Edutainment: Soul Force Panthers

Keynote Address: THE FUTURE OF WORLDWIDE REVOLUTION - Tafadzwa ShakaRa Mbandaka

Karamu - Dinner

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THE DAY

The OMOWALE MALCOLM X Observance is NOT a meeting or a conference. It is designed to create a SANKOFA (Look back to go forward) environment in which we can celebrate, connect with & learn from the life & legacy of Omowale Malcolm X, so that we may practically build upon it. The programme is therefore designed to tune into both the most spiritual and the most practical – REAL aspects of the legacy, giving due honour to one who lived his life and gave his life so that we could have a better life.

The day will commence as follows….

FILM:The proceedings begin with live footage, speeches, interviews and documentaries of Omowale Malcolm X – Hearing from the Prophet in his own words. This enables us to collectively connect directly with the Man, his life, his mission and his spirit.

DRUM CALL: – Approaching the hour of 3pm, The Alkebu-Lan Revivalist Movement Youth (A.R.M.Y.) will announce the beginning of formalities with a Drum Call.

LIBATION:In keeping with Afrikan tradition, will lead in to a special Libation, detailing the narrative of the life of Omowale Malcolm X as well as paying homage to his family and his ancestors. The Libation will commence around 3pm, coinciding with the approximate time of the martyrdom of OMX.

KARAMU (Feast):

EDUTAINMENT:

MESSAGE:

THE FUTURE OF WORLDWIDE REVOLUTION - Tafadzwa ShakaRa Mbandaka

DISCUSSION: We open the floor for the gathered strong to share thoughts ideas, reflections, questions & answers. HAVE YOUR SAY!!