Question

what was the purpose of pan - africanism?
to bring together africans from all parts of the continent
to spread african culture to people of other backgrounds
to empower africa to develop colonies in other nations
to unite people of african descent around the world

Explanation:

Pan-Africanism is a movement centered on solidarity among all people of African descent, including those displaced globally by slavery and colonialism, to advocate for their shared interests, liberation, and unity. The other options are incorrect: it is not limited to continental Africans, not focused on spreading culture to non-Africans, and does not promote colonialism.

Answer:

to unite people of African descent around the world