The term "African Revolution" refers to a series of political and social movements across the African continent during the mid-20th century, aimed at achieving independence from colonial rule. These revolutions were characterized by the rise of nationalist leaders and organizations, such as Kwame Nkrumah in Ghana and Julius Nyerere in Tanzania, who sought to unite their countries and promote self-determination. The African Revolution also encompassed broader struggles for social justice, economic development, and cultural identity. It inspired various liberation movements, leading to the decolonization of many African nations in the 1960s and 1970s. The legacy of these revolutions continues to influence contemporary politics and society in Africa today.