3. Ujamaa: a prophetic vision

Nyerere’s Ujamaa (familyhood) promoted communal ownership, self‑sufficiency, and social equity. These principles resonate with BRICS’ push for South‑South cooperation – a world where development serves communities, not corporations. Ujamaa envisioned economies rooted in local needs, not export dependency. Together with Madaraka Nyerere, we explore how his father’s model offers a blueprint for BRICS‑aligned African prosperity.