The development of social welfare practices in Africa is rooted in indigenous systems of mutual aid, kinship networks, and communal responsibility that existed long before colonial intervention. Traditional African societies emphasized collective well-being, where the family, clan, and community played a central role in supporting vulnerable members such as children, older persons, widows, people with disabilities, and the poor. These welfare practices were guided by values of solidarity, reciprocity, cooperation, and shared responsibility. Community members contributed labor, food, shelter, and emotional support during times of crisis, ensuring that social protection was integrated into everyday life. The philosophy of Ubuntu, commonly expressed as "I am because we are," has been one of the strongest theoretical foundations of African social welfare. Ubuntu promotes human dignity, compassion, interdependence, and collective responsibility. It emphasizes that the welfare of an individual is inseparable from the welfare of the community. This philosophy continues to influence social work practice by encouraging participatory approaches, social inclusion, and community empowerment. The colonial period significantly transformed traditional welfare systems. European colonial