Africa has great contributions to make to the world; a rich history, vibrant cultural traditions, environmental wealth and pervasive spirituality provide its people with a special vantage point. Based on a communal way of life, Ubuntu and its values of compassion, respect, integrity and tolerance of others are part of that spirituality in Southern Africa and across the continent. They are also a part of the gift -a unique contribution- that Africa can give to the world community.

Cedza travels widely to share this gift. By drawing on ubuntu values, Cedza provides pragmatic means of conflict resolution on a local, national, and global scale. As a powerful, historical example, he recants how South African leaders such Archbishop Desmond Tutu, Nelson Mandela, and many others turned to the principles of Ubuntu when negotiating the peaceful transition of South Africa from apartheid to democracy in 1994. He also interweaves personal stories and experiences that illustrate the differences between communal cultures and individualistic cultures. Finally, Cedza engages young people in imagining what the world can be and how the future can look if we identify incorporate communal values into our value system as well as offering young people positive alternatives to unproductive and destructive lifestyles.

In recognition of youth around the world who are committed to values of Ubuntu Cedza has created the Youth Ubuntu Award. Click here to view past winners and to find out more.

In recognition of youth around the world who are committed to values of Ubuntu Cedza has created the Youth Ubuntu Award. Click here to view past winners and to find out more.