"Pan-African" refers to a movement and ideology that seeks to unify African nations and people of African descent worldwide. It emphasizes shared cultural, historical, and social ties among Africans and aims to promote solidarity, cooperation, and development across the continent and its diaspora. The movement has roots in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, with key figures like W.E.B. Du Bois and Marcus Garvey advocating for African unity. Events such as the Pan-African Congress have played a significant role in fostering discussions about independence, civil rights, and economic collaboration among African nations.