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HOW THE CIA ASSASSINATED LUMUMBA
On this day, 75 years ago, America’s Central Intelligence Agency was formed. And over the last seven decades it’s wreaked havoc on the world stage. Countless coups, assassinations and regime changes among the horrors it’s perpetrated. But few countries have been impacted like the Democratic Republic of Congo.
After its independence the CIA began pulling strings behind the scenes. And shortly after becoming the country’s first Prime Minister, Patrice Lumumba was killed. Some argue the CIA wanted him dead after his speech warning against mineral-rich Katanga from seceding.
Here’s a reminder of the chilling details surrounding the assassination, one of the most significant in the 20th century.
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On this day, 75 years ago, America’s Central Intelligence Agency was formed. And over the last seven decades it’s wreaked havoc on the world stage. Countless coups, assassinations and regime changes among the horrors it’s perpetrated. But few countries have been impacted like the Democratic Republic of Congo.
After its independence the CIA began pulling strings behind the scenes. And shortly after becoming the country’s first Prime Minister, Patrice Lumumba was killed. Some argue the CIA wanted him dead after his speech warning against mineral-rich Katanga from seceding.
Here’s a reminder of the chilling details surrounding the assassination, one of the most significant in the 20th century.
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HOW THE CIA ASSASSINATED LUMUMBA
On this day, 75 years ago, America’s Central Intelligence Agency was formed. And over the last seven decades it’s wreaked havoc on the world stage. Countless coups, assassinations and regime changes among the horrors it’s perpetrated. But few countries have been impacted like the Democratic Republic of Congo.
After its independence the CIA began pulling strings behind the scenes. And shortly after becoming the country’s first Prime Minister, Patrice Lumumba was killed. Some argue the CIA wanted him dead after his speech warning against mineral-rich Katanga from seceding.
Here’s a reminder of the chilling details surrounding the assassination, one of the most significant in the 20th century.
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On this day, 75 years ago, America’s Central Intelligence Agency was formed. And over the last seven decades it’s wreaked havoc on the world stage. Countless coups, assassinations and regime changes among the horrors it’s perpetrated. But few countries have been impacted like the Democratic Republic of Congo.
After its independence the CIA began pulling strings behind the scenes. And shortly after becoming the country’s first Prime Minister, Patrice Lumumba was killed. Some argue the CIA wanted him dead after his speech warning against mineral-rich Katanga from seceding.
Here’s a reminder of the chilling details surrounding the assassination, one of the most significant in the 20th century.
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NIGER, MALI, BURKINA SECURITY ALLIANCE
A mutual defence pact has been agreed between Niger, Mali and Burkina Faso. It considers an attack on one as an attack on all and follows ECOWAS threats against Niger following this summers coup in Niamey.
The new pact will also see cooperation in the fight against terrorism. A previous G5 Sahel security alliance had included all three countries along with Chad and Mauritania. That’s now been dissolved and the latest agreement's been reached without interference from former coloniser France.
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A mutual defence pact has been agreed between Niger, Mali and Burkina Faso. It considers an attack on one as an attack on all and follows ECOWAS threats against Niger following this summers coup in Niamey.
The new pact will also see cooperation in the fight against terrorism. A previous G5 Sahel security alliance had included all three countries along with Chad and Mauritania. That’s now been dissolved and the latest agreement's been reached without interference from former coloniser France.
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BENIN ARRESTS PAN-AFRICAN ACTIVIST KEMI SEBA
Pan-African political orginser Kemi Seba whose ancestry comes from Benin has hit back at Beninese authorities after his latest arrest.
In a social media post, the Pan-Africanist accused Benin of being part of the “Francafrique mafia” and a servant to French interests.
While en route to Niger he was detained at Cotonou airport for inciting insurrection and money laundering, which he denies.
Seba is the president of NGO Urgences Panafricanistes and supports the popular military coup in Niamey, which ECOWAS member Benin opposes.
He’s also backed the revolutionary military leadership in Burkina Faso and Mali.
Seba’s lawyer confirmed his release but warned he still faces charges and is “under significant threat.”
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Pan-African political orginser Kemi Seba whose ancestry comes from Benin has hit back at Beninese authorities after his latest arrest.
In a social media post, the Pan-Africanist accused Benin of being part of the “Francafrique mafia” and a servant to French interests.
While en route to Niger he was detained at Cotonou airport for inciting insurrection and money laundering, which he denies.
Seba is the president of NGO Urgences Panafricanistes and supports the popular military coup in Niamey, which ECOWAS member Benin opposes.
He’s also backed the revolutionary military leadership in Burkina Faso and Mali.
Seba’s lawyer confirmed his release but warned he still faces charges and is “under significant threat.”
Collaboration with https://www.instagram.com/kemisebaofficial/
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FRANCE’S ‘COUPS’ IN AFRICA
There’s been a lot of noisy outrage over the coup in Niger - both from the West and from African states in its (in particular, France’s) pockets. But there’s been radio silence about a number of other ‘coups.’ That’s what Arikana Chihombori-Quao calls Paris’ economic power-grab in 14 African nations via the CFA franc, its military ‘occupations’ in the form of multiple military bases across Africa, and its seizure of effective control over Niger’s valuable uranium deposits. These ‘coups,’ says the African Union’s former ambassador to the US, should command just as much outrage from the likes of West African bloc ECOWAS as the coup in Niger has done.
Chihombori was relieved of her role as envoy to America by the AU in 2019. Some suspect it was her clear anti-imperialist sympathies that got her forced out, possibly under pressure from external players.
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There’s been a lot of noisy outrage over the coup in Niger - both from the West and from African states in its (in particular, France’s) pockets. But there’s been radio silence about a number of other ‘coups.’ That’s what Arikana Chihombori-Quao calls Paris’ economic power-grab in 14 African nations via the CFA franc, its military ‘occupations’ in the form of multiple military bases across Africa, and its seizure of effective control over Niger’s valuable uranium deposits. These ‘coups,’ says the African Union’s former ambassador to the US, should command just as much outrage from the likes of West African bloc ECOWAS as the coup in Niger has done.
Chihombori was relieved of her role as envoy to America by the AU in 2019. Some suspect it was her clear anti-imperialist sympathies that got her forced out, possibly under pressure from external players.
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FRANÇAFRIQUE EXPOSED..BY FRANCE 24?
Even a broken clock is right twice a day. France 24, the principal mouthpiece for French imperialism, did an extraordinary thing a few years ago and told the truth about French imperialism! Surprised? We were, too, when we saw a rare moment of honesty about French designs; the government-owned and -funded broadcaster let the mask slip, detailing France’s exploitative relationship with its former colonies that ensure Paris gets its hands on raw materials at bargain-basement rates. In contrast, its military gets to enforce French interests with boots on the ground.
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Even a broken clock is right twice a day. France 24, the principal mouthpiece for French imperialism, did an extraordinary thing a few years ago and told the truth about French imperialism! Surprised? We were, too, when we saw a rare moment of honesty about French designs; the government-owned and -funded broadcaster let the mask slip, detailing France’s exploitative relationship with its former colonies that ensure Paris gets its hands on raw materials at bargain-basement rates. In contrast, its military gets to enforce French interests with boots on the ground.
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Continued- FRANÇAFRIQUE EXPOSED..BY FRANCE 24?
French propaganda has tried to sell the relationship under the ‘Françafrique’ rubric, but - as the (normally line-toeing) France 24 hosts here point out - this term can also be heard as ‘France à fric,’ where ‘fric’ is slang for cash, so that Africa is basically just a cash cow for France.
One thing they did forget to mention, though, is France 24’s own role in promoting regime change and intervention in Africa. Another is the controversial CFA franc currency that’s used by 14 African countries (15 if you count the very similar Comorian franc). Nations that use this currency are obliged to hold 50% of their national reserves in the French treasury in Paris. France also has voting and veto power in the regional banks of West and Central Africa.
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French propaganda has tried to sell the relationship under the ‘Françafrique’ rubric, but - as the (normally line-toeing) France 24 hosts here point out - this term can also be heard as ‘France à fric,’ where ‘fric’ is slang for cash, so that Africa is basically just a cash cow for France.
One thing they did forget to mention, though, is France 24’s own role in promoting regime change and intervention in Africa. Another is the controversial CFA franc currency that’s used by 14 African countries (15 if you count the very similar Comorian franc). Nations that use this currency are obliged to hold 50% of their national reserves in the French treasury in Paris. France also has voting and veto power in the regional banks of West and Central Africa.
Let us know your thoughts on why France 24 got it right for once in the comments section.
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KWAME NKRUMAH WARNED US
Pan-African scholar PLO Lumumba recently spoke of revolutionary Ghanian leader Kwame Nkrumah's warning to the continent and people of Africa that if we, as a people, don’t unite, the outside powers that never want to see us progress will continue to interfere with us in every aspect of our lives. We have seen this interference in our food with the recent campaigns encouraging the adoption of GMOs; in our health, with trojan-horse organizations like the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation pushing so-called family planning campaigns throughout Africa; and in our politics, with Western support of crooked leaders who make shady deals on African resources. The list goes on regarding how much outsiders interfere in our affairs. Kwame saw this interference almost 60 years ago, yet our leaders continue to be blind.
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Pan-African scholar PLO Lumumba recently spoke of revolutionary Ghanian leader Kwame Nkrumah's warning to the continent and people of Africa that if we, as a people, don’t unite, the outside powers that never want to see us progress will continue to interfere with us in every aspect of our lives. We have seen this interference in our food with the recent campaigns encouraging the adoption of GMOs; in our health, with trojan-horse organizations like the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation pushing so-called family planning campaigns throughout Africa; and in our politics, with Western support of crooked leaders who make shady deals on African resources. The list goes on regarding how much outsiders interfere in our affairs. Kwame saw this interference almost 60 years ago, yet our leaders continue to be blind.
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ANTI-UN PROTEST VICTIMS BURIED
Families of victims massacred during protests against the presence UN peacekeepers in DRC have finally buried their loved ones.
Three weeks ago 57 civilians were killed when troops broke up demonstrations in the eastern city of Goma. Their bodies were laid to rest in a local cemetery on Monday.
Interior minister Peter Kazadi attended the ceremony and said the government had covered funeral expenses. He appealed for calm and vowed justice would be done.
Six soldiers, including two high-ranking officers, are standing trial over the killings.
For years the UN troops and Congolese army has faced allegations of atrocities against civilians in the DRC. However, very few have been held accountable.
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Families of victims massacred during protests against the presence UN peacekeepers in DRC have finally buried their loved ones.
Three weeks ago 57 civilians were killed when troops broke up demonstrations in the eastern city of Goma. Their bodies were laid to rest in a local cemetery on Monday.
Interior minister Peter Kazadi attended the ceremony and said the government had covered funeral expenses. He appealed for calm and vowed justice would be done.
Six soldiers, including two high-ranking officers, are standing trial over the killings.
For years the UN troops and Congolese army has faced allegations of atrocities against civilians in the DRC. However, very few have been held accountable.
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LIBYANS PROTEST GOVT FAILURE ON DERNA FLOODING
In the wake of a devastating flood that claimed thousands of lives and destroyed the city of Derna in eastern Libya, hundreds of protesters took to the streets demanding accountability from authorities. The demonstrators targeted officials, including Aguila Saleh, head of the eastern-based Libyan parliament, for what they deem a failure to manage the crisis. They also set fire to the house of former mayor, Abdulmenam al-Ghaithi, who was in office during the floods. The death toll remains uncertain, with thousands of people still missing, and varying official reports. The World Health Organization has confirmed 3,922 deaths.
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In the wake of a devastating flood that claimed thousands of lives and destroyed the city of Derna in eastern Libya, hundreds of protesters took to the streets demanding accountability from authorities. The demonstrators targeted officials, including Aguila Saleh, head of the eastern-based Libyan parliament, for what they deem a failure to manage the crisis. They also set fire to the house of former mayor, Abdulmenam al-Ghaithi, who was in office during the floods. The death toll remains uncertain, with thousands of people still missing, and varying official reports. The World Health Organization has confirmed 3,922 deaths.
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These protests underscore the frustration of Libyans with their government's response to the disaster, but the West’s role in its severity should not be ignored. Prior to the overthrow of President Muammar Gaddafi during the 2011 NATO invasion, Libya was one of Africa’s wealthiest countries, with the capacity to address emerging crises. The NATO-backed deposure rolled back many material gains and stripped the state’s capacity for disaster response. Now, rival factions vie for control of the country, and coordinating governance has become an uphill battle.
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These protests underscore the frustration of Libyans with their government's response to the disaster, but the West’s role in its severity should not be ignored. Prior to the overthrow of President Muammar Gaddafi during the 2011 NATO invasion, Libya was one of Africa’s wealthiest countries, with the capacity to address emerging crises. The NATO-backed deposure rolled back many material gains and stripped the state’s capacity for disaster response. Now, rival factions vie for control of the country, and coordinating governance has become an uphill battle.
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FRENCH TWO WEEK NIGER SIEGE
Nigeriens have made good on their threat to occupy a French military base in their territory until the occupants leave. Two weeks later, the base remains under siege 24/7. Nigeriens have even used the grounds around the base as venue for Friday prayers.
This is happening as French President Emmanuel Macron accuses Niger of holding his ambassador hostage. Deliveries of food and water have been intercepted, with Nigeriens insisting the ambassador is free to leave. France refuses to comply with the new government's demands on the grounds it is illegitimate.
It is a different story, however, as Nigeriens have showed support for the military government in the weeks following the July 26 coup. This certainly complicates the casus belli of a Western intervention to "restore democracy," as the Nigerien people point to France's neocolonial policies as the cause for its expulsion.
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Nigeriens have made good on their threat to occupy a French military base in their territory until the occupants leave. Two weeks later, the base remains under siege 24/7. Nigeriens have even used the grounds around the base as venue for Friday prayers.
This is happening as French President Emmanuel Macron accuses Niger of holding his ambassador hostage. Deliveries of food and water have been intercepted, with Nigeriens insisting the ambassador is free to leave. France refuses to comply with the new government's demands on the grounds it is illegitimate.
It is a different story, however, as Nigeriens have showed support for the military government in the weeks following the July 26 coup. This certainly complicates the casus belli of a Western intervention to "restore democracy," as the Nigerien people point to France's neocolonial policies as the cause for its expulsion.
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HOW UAE ARMS RSF
The UAE says it's helping Sudan with humanitarian aid but in reality it’s fuelling the war by supporting the Rapid Security Forces. The Persian Gulf State is accused of sending arms through an elaborate route spanning Uganda and Chad. And these weapons are ending up in the hands of soldiers accused of war crimes. We break down how and why UAE supports the RSF which remains locked in conflict with Sudan’s Army.
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The UAE says it's helping Sudan with humanitarian aid but in reality it’s fuelling the war by supporting the Rapid Security Forces. The Persian Gulf State is accused of sending arms through an elaborate route spanning Uganda and Chad. And these weapons are ending up in the hands of soldiers accused of war crimes. We break down how and why UAE supports the RSF which remains locked in conflict with Sudan’s Army.
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5 WORST U.S. PRESIDENTS FOR AFRICA
When you think of the exploitation of Africans, powers like Britain, France and Germany spring first and foremost to mind. But let’s not forget that America has a longstanding history of meddling and aggression towards our continent. And it’s US presidents who bear the bulk of the blame. Our man Salifu has selected five he thinks should be regarded as Africa’s biggest OPPs. He’s got clear reasons for each. Hear him out and let us know if you agree.
Which American leader was/is Africa’s greatest opponent in your book?
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When you think of the exploitation of Africans, powers like Britain, France and Germany spring first and foremost to mind. But let’s not forget that America has a longstanding history of meddling and aggression towards our continent. And it’s US presidents who bear the bulk of the blame. Our man Salifu has selected five he thinks should be regarded as Africa’s biggest OPPs. He’s got clear reasons for each. Hear him out and let us know if you agree.
Which American leader was/is Africa’s greatest opponent in your book?
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WOMEN'S WEDNESDAY - THE FORMIDABLE AOUA KEITA!
For this Women’s Wednesday, we celebrate a radical Pan-African activist who never minced her words. Aoua Keita's journey was one marked by an unyielding commitment to justice. She fearlessly fought for gender equality, pushing against the tide of prejudice and discrimination that sought to stifle the voices of women in her society. Through her tireless efforts, she shattered glass ceilings and opened doors for future generations to walk through unencumbered.
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For this Women’s Wednesday, we celebrate a radical Pan-African activist who never minced her words. Aoua Keita's journey was one marked by an unyielding commitment to justice. She fearlessly fought for gender equality, pushing against the tide of prejudice and discrimination that sought to stifle the voices of women in her society. Through her tireless efforts, she shattered glass ceilings and opened doors for future generations to walk through unencumbered.
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‘CHINA, RUSSIA AFRICA’S ENEMIES? YOU CRAZY?’
The West frequently admonishes African countries for their warm relations with Russia and China, two nations that it’s been trying to isolate. For instance, South Africa took a lot of flak in February, when it held naval drills with the two. However, despite the pressure, some African countries have made it clear that they won’t be drawn into the West's geopolitical rivalry with Beijing and Moscow. And, according to Britain's ex-MP and political commentator George Galloway, they have good reason. Watch him here explain why there are solid historical bonds between China, Russia and South Africa - forged when the rest of the world was happy to aid and abet the apartheid regime that held sway in Pretoria until the mid-'90s. That’s why, he says, “it’s crazy” to think South Africans would regard Beijing and Moscow as enemies. Let us know if you agree. Does the same hold for other African nations?
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The West frequently admonishes African countries for their warm relations with Russia and China, two nations that it’s been trying to isolate. For instance, South Africa took a lot of flak in February, when it held naval drills with the two. However, despite the pressure, some African countries have made it clear that they won’t be drawn into the West's geopolitical rivalry with Beijing and Moscow. And, according to Britain's ex-MP and political commentator George Galloway, they have good reason. Watch him here explain why there are solid historical bonds between China, Russia and South Africa - forged when the rest of the world was happy to aid and abet the apartheid regime that held sway in Pretoria until the mid-'90s. That’s why, he says, “it’s crazy” to think South Africans would regard Beijing and Moscow as enemies. Let us know if you agree. Does the same hold for other African nations?
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FRENCH IN NIGER ‘FORCED TO EAT DOG FOOD’?
A possibly tongue-in-cheek video’s emerged online of actor Thierry Samitier claiming French troops stationed in Niger have been reduced to eating dog food—and that sniffer dogs could be next on the menu!
He says his son-in-law is stationed in the country and has been complaining about just how bad it’s got.
While impossible to confirm, it’s not an altogether implausible (perhaps future) scenario. Niger’s military leadership has already blocked food deliveries to the French embassy after Paris’ envoy refused to comply with an order to leave the country. And now a deadline for a French troop withdrawal has also expired—with thousands of locals protesting outside the base.
Samitier’s video ends with a promise of more ‘top secret’ news and a sly wink, so perhaps we shouldn’t attach too much significance to it. At least not yet!
Let us know your take in the comments.
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A possibly tongue-in-cheek video’s emerged online of actor Thierry Samitier claiming French troops stationed in Niger have been reduced to eating dog food—and that sniffer dogs could be next on the menu!
He says his son-in-law is stationed in the country and has been complaining about just how bad it’s got.
While impossible to confirm, it’s not an altogether implausible (perhaps future) scenario. Niger’s military leadership has already blocked food deliveries to the French embassy after Paris’ envoy refused to comply with an order to leave the country. And now a deadline for a French troop withdrawal has also expired—with thousands of locals protesting outside the base.
Samitier’s video ends with a promise of more ‘top secret’ news and a sly wink, so perhaps we shouldn’t attach too much significance to it. At least not yet!
Let us know your take in the comments.
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BRICS: LAID IN SHARED HISTORY
The BRICS economic club may be of relatively recent vintage, but its current member states - 🇧🇷 🇷🇺 🇮🇳 🇨🇳 🇿🇦 - have trading links that go back through the ages, from the Silk Road to maritime routes. There are also cultural ties - from music to poetry - as well as more troubled, colonial-era connections.
Watch South African Trade Minister Ebrahim Patel give us a crash course in this rich history, delivered at the recent BRICS summit in Johannesburg. How do you think this shared past bodes for future cooperation?
Let us know in the comments.
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The BRICS economic club may be of relatively recent vintage, but its current member states - 🇧🇷 🇷🇺 🇮🇳 🇨🇳 🇿🇦 - have trading links that go back through the ages, from the Silk Road to maritime routes. There are also cultural ties - from music to poetry - as well as more troubled, colonial-era connections.
Watch South African Trade Minister Ebrahim Patel give us a crash course in this rich history, delivered at the recent BRICS summit in Johannesburg. How do you think this shared past bodes for future cooperation?
Let us know in the comments.
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NKRUMAH’S AMAZING DEEDS
On this day in 1909, a Pan-African legend was born. Yes, September 21st is Kwame Nkrumah's birthday. He lived an incredible life, dedicated to the liberation of African people at home and abroad. His accomplishments aren’t as well known as they should be - so we’ve collected together some of the main ones. Share, and let us know your favourite Nkrumah facts in the comments… perhaps we can build a Kwame encyclopaedia there!
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On this day in 1909, a Pan-African legend was born. Yes, September 21st is Kwame Nkrumah's birthday. He lived an incredible life, dedicated to the liberation of African people at home and abroad. His accomplishments aren’t as well known as they should be - so we’ve collected together some of the main ones. Share, and let us know your favourite Nkrumah facts in the comments… perhaps we can build a Kwame encyclopaedia there!
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AFRICANS, RECLAIM THE NARRATIVE!
Africa’s got an image problem. It always has had. Whether it’s colonialists portraying us as 'savages' - or mainstream media today focusing only on poverty, disease and terrorism. African Stream’s Ahmed Ghoneim breaks down the root cause, and the solution, in his latest edition of Africa in 90 Seconds. In short: we need to reclaim the narrative, and tell our own stories! Let us know if you think we at African Stream are doing enough to make that happen - and what we and others could do to help reshape the narrative.
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Africa’s got an image problem. It always has had. Whether it’s colonialists portraying us as 'savages' - or mainstream media today focusing only on poverty, disease and terrorism. African Stream’s Ahmed Ghoneim breaks down the root cause, and the solution, in his latest edition of Africa in 90 Seconds. In short: we need to reclaim the narrative, and tell our own stories! Let us know if you think we at African Stream are doing enough to make that happen - and what we and others could do to help reshape the narrative.
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STARVATION DEATH CULT TRIAL LATEST
429 bodies have now been found in the mass graves in Kenya’s Shakahola Forest. They are believed to have been driven to suicide - and in some cases murdered - while under the sway of a death cult that preached starvation as an entry-ticket to heaven. Children’s corpses with signs of abuse were among those unearthed, as well as the bodies of entire ‘nuclear’ families.
Alleged cult leader pastor Paul Mackenzie and his accomplices are suspected of numerous crimes in connection with the ‘massacre’ - though no formal charges have been brought. Prosecutors have now asked to keep them in detention for another six months while forensic teams try to identify the victims and assemble more evidence in the case.
Mackenzie‘s lawyer managed to get a decision on that postponed. There’ll be a hearing on October 12th.
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429 bodies have now been found in the mass graves in Kenya’s Shakahola Forest. They are believed to have been driven to suicide - and in some cases murdered - while under the sway of a death cult that preached starvation as an entry-ticket to heaven. Children’s corpses with signs of abuse were among those unearthed, as well as the bodies of entire ‘nuclear’ families.
Alleged cult leader pastor Paul Mackenzie and his accomplices are suspected of numerous crimes in connection with the ‘massacre’ - though no formal charges have been brought. Prosecutors have now asked to keep them in detention for another six months while forensic teams try to identify the victims and assemble more evidence in the case.
Mackenzie‘s lawyer managed to get a decision on that postponed. There’ll be a hearing on October 12th.
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