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Walter Rodney Death Anniversary


Returning to Jamaica, he embraced the struggles of the marginalised and connected with students and the working poor through his teachings and community engagement. His ability to bridge the gap between intellectuals and the masses was met with government surveillance and eventual expulsion from Jamaica. This sparked widespread riots and cemented his radical legacy.

Throughout his life, Rodney remained dedicated to the cause of social justice, forging alliances with intellectuals, including Rastafarian leaders and Black-power activists. Notably, his impact extended to figures such as Ralph Gonsalves, who now serves as the prime minister of St. Vincent and the Grenadines.

After his expulsion from Jamaica, Rodney returned to Tanzania, where he played a key role in the Dar Es Salaam school of intellectual inquiry. There, he completed his magnum opus, "How Europe Underdeveloped Africa," which continues to provoke passionate debates among historians and Pan-Africanists today.

Tragically, his life was cut short when he was killed by a car bomb in 1980, leaving behind a legacy of courage, intellectual astuteness, and a commitment to social transformation. 30,000 showed up to send him off at his funeral, illustrating how dearly he was held by the people.

Walter Rodney's story serves as a testament to the power of ideas, the pursuit of justice, and the impact one individual can have on society. His legacy remains alive, inspiring current and future generations to challenge oppressive systems and strive for a more equitable world.

Continued- Tunisia Scorns EU Migrant Deal

Europe is afraid the financial crisis in the North African country will see more migrants attempt the journey.
And in the past has worked extensively with Tunisia to patrol its coast.
However, Saied is resisting IMF reforms linked to the new cash deal.
The organisation wants Tunisia to cut state subsidies and restructure state-owned businesses.
Saied fears that could cause a ‘social explosion.’
In the meantime he’s blamed his country's woes on sub-Saharan migrants who make up the bulk of those trying to reach Europe.
In February he claimed they were part of a criminal plot to destabilize Tunisia even though they make up only a small fraction of the population.
His comments triggered a wave of anti-migrant violence.

Peace Bid For Sudan

There’s a new bid to secure peace in Sudan.
East African bloc IGAD will hold face-to-face talks with warring generals Burhan and Dagalo.
Nearly 2,000 lives have been lost since war broke out between military factions seven weeks ago.
And fighting has again intensified in the capital Khartoum after the latest 24-hour ceasefire ended.

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America Snubbed Apartheid Struggle

Western countries have always portrayed themselves as the high priests and vanguards of morals, democracy and human rights, but is this really the case? In this 1990 interview former South African president and anti-apartheid leader, Nelson Mandela, reveals how the US ignored the African National Congress's pleas for help in the 1960s in the midst of increased racial oppression.

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Africa's Cutest Killer

Africa’s most Instagrammable wildcat is also a bit of a terror in real life. If you’re lucky, you might spot one out in the wild in the southern part of the continent… or you can just watch our video! (It’s safer, and just as cute!)

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Kenya Keeps GMO Ban

Kenya's ban on GMO crops will remain after the government lost its High Court appeal. However, the decision has divided opinion as the country grapples with food insecurity following severe droughts. Should genetically modified crops be allowed to help feed the nation?

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Astute African Architecture

At a time when we’re all told to live more sustainably, traditional African architecture has been ticking that box for centuries.
We look at some typical homes designed and built in harmony with their environment.

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African-American Celebrities Are Discovering Their African Ancestry, Can You Guess?

Africa and the diaspora are pulling closer. African-American celebrities are discovering their African ancestry thanks to DNA tests. We thought it’d be fun to try and guess what part of our continent, exactly, some of the biggest names on the planet originate from. Join in as we reason out our conclusions, and let us know in the comments what you think!

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How Religion Was Used To Brainwash Africans

Racism is as simple as black and white - or Black and White. White people aren’t the colour white, nor Black people black. But as activist and ex-AU ambassador to the US Arikana Chihombori explains, the terms ‘Black’ and ‘White’ are loaded with colonial values, brought to the continent by European missionaries. We were never Black, we were - we are - Africans!

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Ruto Ramps Up De-Dollar Drive

Kenya’s president is ramping up calls for de-dollarisation.
On his visit to Djibouti, William Ruto again urged African countries to trade in local currencies.
It could have many benefits for the continent and reflects a wider global trend.
BRICS members are expected to issue updates on a potential new currency this summer, while Saudi Arabia is considering selling oil to China in Yuan, undermining the Petrodollar.

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