COUNCIL OF ELDERS & ADVISORS

Cultural wisdom, dispute resolution, and senior advisory functions

Our Council of Elders brings together distinguished leaders, traditional authorities, and seasoned professionals who have shaped African societies through their wisdom, experience, and commitment to community welfare. This council serves as the moral compass of Federal Africa, providing thoughtful guidance on governance, cultural preservation, and long-term strategic vision.

10
Members
2025
Established
7
Focus Areas
Monthly - First Thursday
Secretariat: Office of Strategy & Policy Development

About This Council

Our Council of Elders brings together distinguished leaders, traditional authorities, and seasoned professionals who have shaped African societies through their wisdom, experience, and commitment to community welfare. This council serves as the moral compass of Federal Africa, providing thoughtful guidance on governance, cultural preservation, and long-term strategic vision.

Chair: Elder Mamadou Diallo

About This Council

TRADITIONAL AND CULTURAL LEADERSHIP (5)

Dr. Kwame Asante

Dr. Kwame Asante

Chief Elder & Council Chair

Traditional Governance & Conflict Resolution

West Africa

Renowned traditional leader and mediator with extensive experience in resolving inter-community conflicts using traditional African dispute resolution methods.

Traditional GovernanceConflict Resolution
Mama Fatima Al-Zahra

Mama Fatima Al-Zahra

Senior Cultural Advisor

Culture Heritage & Women's Rights

North Africa

Expert in protecting and promoting North African cultural traditions and women's role in traditional governance structures.

Cultural HeritageWomen's Rights
Chief Mandela Mthembu

Chief Mandela Mthembu

Elder Statesman

Peace Building & Reconciliation

Southern Africa

Former diplomat and traditional chief, renowned for mediating conflicts and promoting reconciliation across Southern Africa.

Peace BuildingReconciliation
Dr. Amara Kone

Dr. Amara Kone

Traditional Medicine Advisor

Traditional Medicine & Health

Central Africa

Renowned traditional healer and medical anthropologist integrating indigenous medical knowledge with modern healthcare systems.

Traditional MedicineHealth
Sheikh Omar Hassan

Sheikh Omar Hassan

Religious Affairs Advisor

Interfaith Dialogue & Ethics

East Africa

Respected religious scholar and community leader promoting interfaith dialogue and ethical leadership across East Africa.

Interfaith DialogueEthics

Focus Areas

Key areas where this council provides expertise and guidance

Traditional Governance

Integrating time-honored traditional leadership systems with modern democratic governance to create culturally relevant administrative frameworks.

Conflict Resolution

Applying traditional mediation and reconciliation methods to resolve disputes and strengthen community harmony.

Cultural Preservation

Protecting and promoting African cultural heritage, languages, and traditional practices.

Ethical Guidance

Providing moral and ethical counsel based on African values and wisdom.

Pan-African Perspective

Bringing continental vision and experience to policy discussions and governance priorities.

Diplomatic Counsel

Offering strategic advice on international relations and regional cooperation.

Institutional Continuity

Preserving institutional knowledge through mentorship and knowledge transfer.

Current Projects

Ongoing initiatives and programs

Youth-Elder Mentorship ProgramActive

Youth-Elder Mentorship Program

Connecting young leaders with experienced elders for knowledge transfer and guidance.

150+ mentorship pairs

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Pan-African Leadership Development ProgramActive

Pan-African Leadership Development Program

Training next generation leaders in democratic governance and African unity principles.

500+ graduates

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Traditional Justice Integration StudyResearch Phase

Traditional Justice Integration Study

Research on integrating traditional justice systems with modern legal frameworks.

30+ researchers

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Key Achievements

Notable accomplishments and initiatives led by this council

Mediated 15+ inter-community conflicts
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Mediated 15+ inter-community conflicts

Successfully resolved complex disputes between communities using traditional mediation methods.

Established Traditional Governance Framework
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Established Traditional Governance Framework

Developed a framework integrating traditional leadership structures with modern governance systems.

Created Cultural Heritage Protection Protocol
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Created Cultural Heritage Protection Protocol

Implemented protocols safeguarding indigenous knowledge and traditional practices.

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