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MOS DEF READS MALCOLM X
“If it is wrong to be violent defending Black women and Black children and Black babies and Black men, then it is wrong for America to draft us and make us violent abroad.” That’s part of a powerful Malcolm X speech called Message to the Grassroots.
It features in the Voices of a People’s History of the United States anthology, and here’s musical and spoken-word artist Mos Def - aka Yesiin Bey - reciting it back in 2006.
The message still lands hard.
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“If it is wrong to be violent defending Black women and Black children and Black babies and Black men, then it is wrong for America to draft us and make us violent abroad.” That’s part of a powerful Malcolm X speech called Message to the Grassroots.
It features in the Voices of a People’s History of the United States anthology, and here’s musical and spoken-word artist Mos Def - aka Yesiin Bey - reciting it back in 2006.
The message still lands hard.
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PELÉ AND AN AFRICAN CIVIL WAR
A year ago today (December 29th) football lost one of its greatest players, Pele. He died aged 82 after an incredible career that saw him win three World Cups with Brazil. But in Africa, he’s also remembered for his trip to Nigeria in the middle of a brutal civil conflict in 1969. Such was the clamour to see his touring Santos side, it’s reported a brief ceasefire was declared. And his appearance in the war-torn country became part of football folklore.
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A year ago today (December 29th) football lost one of its greatest players, Pele. He died aged 82 after an incredible career that saw him win three World Cups with Brazil. But in Africa, he’s also remembered for his trip to Nigeria in the middle of a brutal civil conflict in 1969. Such was the clamour to see his touring Santos side, it’s reported a brief ceasefire was declared. And his appearance in the war-torn country became part of football folklore.
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MALAWI’S PRIVATISATION PROGRAMME - LESSONS FOR KENYA
Malawi is a textbook example of how the IMF destroys developing countries.
The impoverished Southern African country has no chance of repaying its unsustainable $1.2 billion external debt - at 67% of Gross Domestic Product, according to IMF statistics.
The IMF forced Malawi to privatise its grain stocks in the late 1990s, leading to skyrocketing prices of staple maize meal. A devastating drought a few years later led to starvation, with children being particularly hard hit by malnutrition.
Experts have accused the IMF of sacrificing Malawi’s social well-being in pursuing austerity, deregulation and privatisation. The government has worsened matters by failing to curb corruption and taking more loans to plug budget holes.
It is a lesson debt-distressed countries like Kenya can learn from.
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Malawi is a textbook example of how the IMF destroys developing countries.
The impoverished Southern African country has no chance of repaying its unsustainable $1.2 billion external debt - at 67% of Gross Domestic Product, according to IMF statistics.
The IMF forced Malawi to privatise its grain stocks in the late 1990s, leading to skyrocketing prices of staple maize meal. A devastating drought a few years later led to starvation, with children being particularly hard hit by malnutrition.
Experts have accused the IMF of sacrificing Malawi’s social well-being in pursuing austerity, deregulation and privatisation. The government has worsened matters by failing to curb corruption and taking more loans to plug budget holes.
It is a lesson debt-distressed countries like Kenya can learn from.
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ANCIENT AFRICAN ART OF HENNA
Henna, a time-honoured art form, that has transcended generations, weaving intricate tales of culture and tradition onto the canvas of one’s skin. Its exquisite designs, rich with symbolism and history, celebrate beauty, rituals, and moments, uniting diverse cultures under the universal language of artistry and adornment. With each stroke of the paste, henna embodies the fusion of creativity and heritage. African Stream’s Miss Phyll gives us a little history into this mesmerizing imprint that speaks volumes about an individual.
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Henna, a time-honoured art form, that has transcended generations, weaving intricate tales of culture and tradition onto the canvas of one’s skin. Its exquisite designs, rich with symbolism and history, celebrate beauty, rituals, and moments, uniting diverse cultures under the universal language of artistry and adornment. With each stroke of the paste, henna embodies the fusion of creativity and heritage. African Stream’s Miss Phyll gives us a little history into this mesmerizing imprint that speaks volumes about an individual.
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AFRICAN BRAINS FOR HIRE-CHEATS MAY APPLY
Highly-skilled Kenyans are helping Westerners cheat their way through university - as they’re denied other opportunities to profit from their knowledge.
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Highly-skilled Kenyans are helping Westerners cheat their way through university - as they’re denied other opportunities to profit from their knowledge.
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In 1948, George McLaurin shattered barriers as the first Black man admitted to Oklahoma University. Forced to sit alone, he faced isolation and prejudice, but he refused to be defined by it. Despite being relegated to a corner, McLaurin’s brilliance radiated, earning him a spot among the top three students in the entire college! His journey speaks volumes, reminding us that resilience and determination can turn adversity into triumph.
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4 KENYAN GRANDMAS TAKE WALK ON THE WILD SIDE
Four grandmas living in Kenya’s capital head out to Nairobi National Park for a safari adventure.
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Four grandmas living in Kenya’s capital head out to Nairobi National Park for a safari adventure.
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HOW BRITS FORCED ZIMBABWEANS OFF THEIR LAND
When the British colonised Zimbabwe, they seized all the fertile land from the natives and divided it amongst themselves - forcing native communities to make do with the least inhabitable (and least profitable) territories.
In this clip, former African Union official Dr Arikana Chihombori-Quao explains in detail how they went about this.
As you watch, it’s well worth remembering that when former Zimbabwean president Robert Mugabe tried to correct this injustice with his land reform, the West re-spun the narrative to make out that the real problem was Black racism against Whites!
As ACQ asks here, “Who needs to be compensated?” Tell us in the comments.
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When the British colonised Zimbabwe, they seized all the fertile land from the natives and divided it amongst themselves - forcing native communities to make do with the least inhabitable (and least profitable) territories.
In this clip, former African Union official Dr Arikana Chihombori-Quao explains in detail how they went about this.
As you watch, it’s well worth remembering that when former Zimbabwean president Robert Mugabe tried to correct this injustice with his land reform, the West re-spun the narrative to make out that the real problem was Black racism against Whites!
As ACQ asks here, “Who needs to be compensated?” Tell us in the comments.
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NEPOTISM! SOMALIA’S SLOWEST ATHLETE
As we look at some of the funniest videos of 2023, we revisit this viral video in August 2023 that had everyone in stitches.
An out-of-shape Somali athlete, Nasra Ali Abukar, clocked the slowest-ever time for the 100m in an international competition. She slumped over the line in 21.81 seconds during the World University Games in China.
But many showed little sympathy for the 20-year-old amid claims of rampant nepotism then. She was actually the niece of the vice-president of the Somali Athletics Federation and was selected ahead of another actual athlete who’d trained for five years.
The Somali Athletics Federation is still hiding under a rock for this national embarrassment.
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As we look at some of the funniest videos of 2023, we revisit this viral video in August 2023 that had everyone in stitches.
An out-of-shape Somali athlete, Nasra Ali Abukar, clocked the slowest-ever time for the 100m in an international competition. She slumped over the line in 21.81 seconds during the World University Games in China.
But many showed little sympathy for the 20-year-old amid claims of rampant nepotism then. She was actually the niece of the vice-president of the Somali Athletics Federation and was selected ahead of another actual athlete who’d trained for five years.
The Somali Athletics Federation is still hiding under a rock for this national embarrassment.
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AMAPIANO NEW SOUND OF AFRICA
Africa has a new sound, it’s called Amapiano. Born in the streets of South Africa, it took over during lockdown and has quickly become a continental and international phenomenon.
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Africa has a new sound, it’s called Amapiano. Born in the streets of South Africa, it took over during lockdown and has quickly become a continental and international phenomenon.
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“🌍✨ Africa’s Rich Tapestry of Resources It Doesn’t Benefit From
Just like every other year, 2022 proved Africa is a treasure trove of natural resources that shape the world. From the shimmering allure of diamonds to the timeless appeal of gold, and the energy that drives the globe—oil—this continent’s contribution to global progress has been monumental. Aside from the above, you may not know platinum, cobalt and manganese also are found in abundance throughout the continent. Plus, Africa contains 65 per cent of the world’s arable land.
Unfortunately, many African countries are still tied to their former colonisers decades after gaining independence, and therefore, cannot enjoy the fruits beneath their feet.
As we begin to better understand how important Africa is to the rest of the world, we should also learn how powerful it can become once Africans liberate and unite it under one continent-wide socialist system.
Let us know what you think in the comments.
Just like every other year, 2022 proved Africa is a treasure trove of natural resources that shape the world. From the shimmering allure of diamonds to the timeless appeal of gold, and the energy that drives the globe—oil—this continent’s contribution to global progress has been monumental. Aside from the above, you may not know platinum, cobalt and manganese also are found in abundance throughout the continent. Plus, Africa contains 65 per cent of the world’s arable land.
Unfortunately, many African countries are still tied to their former colonisers decades after gaining independence, and therefore, cannot enjoy the fruits beneath their feet.
As we begin to better understand how important Africa is to the rest of the world, we should also learn how powerful it can become once Africans liberate and unite it under one continent-wide socialist system.
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WHY IS SOMALIA SO LONG?
With the longest coastline of mainland Africa, Somalia has more of a hook shape and is roughly shaped like a boomerang but why is the Horn of Africa country so long?
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With the longest coastline of mainland Africa, Somalia has more of a hook shape and is roughly shaped like a boomerang but why is the Horn of Africa country so long?
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Our favourite cartoon of the year depicts one of the biggest stories of 2023 - Niger’s overthrow of French neocolonialism. And how regional bloc ECOWAS exposed itself as an obedient lapdog for France.
Seeing how the brave trio of Mali, Guinea and Burkina Faso went about cutting ties with France, Niger took the cue and deposed western puppet Mohamed Bazoum on July 26th.
Moving in lockstep with the West, ECOWAS imposed sanctions on poverty-hit Niger after the military seizure of power. These included freezing national assets, ending ‘aid’ to the country and halting financial transactions, as well as closing borders with Niger and banning commercial flights. Nigeria cut off electricity supply, which amounts to 70% of the power that Niger gets from its southern neighbour.
Aided by people power, Niger held off threats of invasion and eventually succeeded in expelling the French ambassador and agreeing a timeline for the withdrawal of all French troops.
Seeing how the brave trio of Mali, Guinea and Burkina Faso went about cutting ties with France, Niger took the cue and deposed western puppet Mohamed Bazoum on July 26th.
Moving in lockstep with the West, ECOWAS imposed sanctions on poverty-hit Niger after the military seizure of power. These included freezing national assets, ending ‘aid’ to the country and halting financial transactions, as well as closing borders with Niger and banning commercial flights. Nigeria cut off electricity supply, which amounts to 70% of the power that Niger gets from its southern neighbour.
Aided by people power, Niger held off threats of invasion and eventually succeeded in expelling the French ambassador and agreeing a timeline for the withdrawal of all French troops.
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Continued….Interestingly, after cutting ties with France, Niger’s real GDP is projected to grow by an impressive 11.1% in 2024, according to an IMF report.
Will ECOWAS see where the wind is blowing and change tack? We hope to see an end to Africans fighting their own brothers for the sake of external neo-/colonial powers.
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Will ECOWAS see where the wind is blowing and change tack? We hope to see an end to Africans fighting their own brothers for the sake of external neo-/colonial powers.
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IS UNCLE BOB’S LAND REFORM TO BLAME FOR ZIMBABWE’S WOES?
Zimbabwe has had a myriad of economic challenges and also sanctions since the reign of President Mugabe, is the Land reform to blame or there is more?
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Zimbabwe has had a myriad of economic challenges and also sanctions since the reign of President Mugabe, is the Land reform to blame or there is more?
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AFROCENTRIC SCHOOLS RULE!
Most African countries adopted a Eurocentric form of education at Independence. But there is a school in Kenya disrupting the colonial form of education. Children in Freedom School, the first of its kind, offers an Afrocentric system of learning. It focuses on incorporating African culture and teaching its students about their roots and history. It even teaches and examines students in their mother tongue, something that’s banned in some western-styled classrooms.
We paid a visit, and definitely give them top marks!
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Most African countries adopted a Eurocentric form of education at Independence. But there is a school in Kenya disrupting the colonial form of education. Children in Freedom School, the first of its kind, offers an Afrocentric system of learning. It focuses on incorporating African culture and teaching its students about their roots and history. It even teaches and examines students in their mother tongue, something that’s banned in some western-styled classrooms.
We paid a visit, and definitely give them top marks!
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2023 RECAP: OUR REACTION TO CNN ‘EXPERT’S’ TAKE ON NIGER
African Stream has reacted to videos of Donald Trump, King Charles, Elon Musk, among others, but the one that took the cake was our reaction to CNN’s expert on the coup in Niger.
Shortly after July 26 it was evident that the overthrow of Western-aligned president Mohamed Bazoum by the military had popular support. For Nigeriens, here at last was a chance to kick out the exploitative French - and their influence - from their motherland.
CNN brought on Washington DC think-tanker and former State Department employee Aneliese Bernard to explain France’s (and the West’s) dwindling fortunes in Niger.
Trying to make sense of it all, she said that the capital Niamey was populated by the elite, whose differences with the president may have contributed to his downfall.
African Stream has reacted to videos of Donald Trump, King Charles, Elon Musk, among others, but the one that took the cake was our reaction to CNN’s expert on the coup in Niger.
Shortly after July 26 it was evident that the overthrow of Western-aligned president Mohamed Bazoum by the military had popular support. For Nigeriens, here at last was a chance to kick out the exploitative French - and their influence - from their motherland.
CNN brought on Washington DC think-tanker and former State Department employee Aneliese Bernard to explain France’s (and the West’s) dwindling fortunes in Niger.
Trying to make sense of it all, she said that the capital Niamey was populated by the elite, whose differences with the president may have contributed to his downfall.
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