2010 – African Diaspora Forum Established in South Africa

On June 8, 2010, the African Diaspora Forum (ADF) was officially established in Johannesburg, South Africa, as a response to growing xenophobia and to promote unity among African nationals across the continent. Founded amid waves of violence against non-South African Black immigrants, the ADF aimed to foster inclusion, mutual respect, and Pan-African cooperation. The organization advocates for migrant rights, legal protection, and cultural integration—especially in the context of African-on-African discrimination. Its founding on June 8 reflects both progress and challenge in post-apartheid South Africa, where solidarity between locals and diaspora communities remains a vital issue. ADF represents a new phase of global Black consciousness, one that acknowledges borders but promotes unity in the face of shared struggles. Its work continues to be critical in addressing modern forms of anti-Blackness, displacement, and marginalization within African nations themselves.