Today marks Africa Day, with the African Union celebrating the occasion under the theme: "Sixty-three (63) Years of Unity, Integration and Development - Let's Celebrate Together." In South Africa, Freedom Park says it is using the day to reaffirm its commitment to a peaceful and prosperous Africa. The institution continues to champion the Silencing the Guns initiative, a flagship programme of the AU aimed at ending all wars and civil conflicts across the continent. Lulu Gaboo spoke to "Silencing the Guns" initiative convenor, Dr Sello Galane.

<p>Today marks Africa Day, with the African Union celebrating the occasion under the theme: "Sixty-three (63) Years of Unity, Integration and Development - Let's Celebrate Together." In South Africa, Freedom Park says it is using the day to reaffirm its commitment to a peaceful and prosperous Africa. The institution continues to champion the Silencing the Guns initiative, a flagship programme of the AU aimed at ending all wars and civil conflicts across the continent. Lulu Gaboo spoke to "Silencing the Guns" initiative convenor, Dr Sello Galane.</p>

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