A Survey of African Poetry in the London Times, Sunday Times, Financial Times, the Times Literary Supplement 1865-1985

The article discusses efforts to foster unity in diverse and multicultural societies. It emphasizes the importance of shared values, cooperation, and communication in overcoming divisions related to race, ethnicity, and social class. The piece explores various strategies employed by institutions, governments, and communities to promote inclusiveness, addressing issues such as prejudice and inequality. The article also highlights the role of education and the arts in creating spaces for dialogue and mutual understanding. Through cultural exchange programs, dance (like Odia Ofeimum's poems worked into staged by dancers), literary initiatives, and social reforms, the article underscores the need to strengthen social cohesion by recognizing commonalities rather than differences, thus building a more harmonious and integrated society. It advocates for a collective approach to addressing systemic challenges in order to promote a more unified and peaceful environment.