Continued….. Capitalising on a disengaged public struggling just to survive, he’s pushing head - at Washington’s behest - with a Kenyan police deployment to Haiti, a mission with one possible casualty already, and one ruled unconstitutional by Kenya’s top court. Thiong’o has penned an open letter to the president, letting him know how Kenyans feel, and that history will judge him harshly. Here is an extract:
“I saw you seated on a chair, grinning, while Biden stood behind you, his face beaming with satisfaction. Why not? He had just announced that you had signed off our beloved Kenya to make it a non-member ally of NATO. In other words, you had agreed to become NATO’s errand boy in America’s struggle with Russia and China for access to the resources of the continent.”
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“I saw you seated on a chair, grinning, while Biden stood behind you, his face beaming with satisfaction. Why not? He had just announced that you had signed off our beloved Kenya to make it a non-member ally of NATO. In other words, you had agreed to become NATO’s errand boy in America’s struggle with Russia and China for access to the resources of the continent.”
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FIERCE AND FORMIDABLE AMY GARVEY
Amy Jacques Garvey was a formidable figure in the Black liberation movement - and her impact extended far beyond her role as the wife of Pan-African figurehead Marcus Garvey. She was an astute journalist, editor and activist, and played a pivotal role in shaping the intellectual and ideological framework of the Universal Negro Improvement Association (UNIA).
Her incisive writings provided an important platform for anti-colonial and feminist discourse, advocating fiercely for the rights and empowerment of Black people globally. Amy Jacques Garvey will be remembered as a great architect of Pan-Africanism and a powerful voice for gender equality within the movement.
African Stream’s Wambura Mwai relates her impressive story.
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Amy Jacques Garvey was a formidable figure in the Black liberation movement - and her impact extended far beyond her role as the wife of Pan-African figurehead Marcus Garvey. She was an astute journalist, editor and activist, and played a pivotal role in shaping the intellectual and ideological framework of the Universal Negro Improvement Association (UNIA).
Her incisive writings provided an important platform for anti-colonial and feminist discourse, advocating fiercely for the rights and empowerment of Black people globally. Amy Jacques Garvey will be remembered as a great architect of Pan-Africanism and a powerful voice for gender equality within the movement.
African Stream’s Wambura Mwai relates her impressive story.
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EGYPT’S FIRST REVOLUTIONARY PRESIDENT
Unlike Gamal Abd El Nasser, little is known about his comrade and Egypt’s first President Mohammed Naguib. Here’s a look into his life, his role in Egypt’s revolution against British colonialism and his contributions to Egyptian history more widely.
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Unlike Gamal Abd El Nasser, little is known about his comrade and Egypt’s first President Mohammed Naguib. Here’s a look into his life, his role in Egypt’s revolution against British colonialism and his contributions to Egyptian history more widely.
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From a pro-Palestinian march in Senegal to South Africa’s big elections, here’s our weekly photo dump.
1. Polokwane, South Africa – EFF leader, Julius Malema, greets supporters in Juju Valley as the nation heads to the polls. The general election could be the most pivotal in decades. Dissatisfaction with the ruling ANC looms large, posing a significant challenge to its three-decade-long political supremacy.
2. Dakar, Senegal – Crowds gathers for a pro-Palestinian demonstration in the capital. Israel continues its assault on the southern Gaza city of Rafah, in defiance of the International Court of Justice. Over 36,000 Palestinians have been killed since October 7th.
3. Toulouse, France – Kanak demonstrators rally against Macron’s electoral reform bill for New Caledonia. It would expand the right of French residents on the Pacific islands to vote in provincial elections and dilute the voice of indigenous Kanak people seeking independence. The move’s sparked deadly protests across the French territory.
1. Polokwane, South Africa – EFF leader, Julius Malema, greets supporters in Juju Valley as the nation heads to the polls. The general election could be the most pivotal in decades. Dissatisfaction with the ruling ANC looms large, posing a significant challenge to its three-decade-long political supremacy.
2. Dakar, Senegal – Crowds gathers for a pro-Palestinian demonstration in the capital. Israel continues its assault on the southern Gaza city of Rafah, in defiance of the International Court of Justice. Over 36,000 Palestinians have been killed since October 7th.
3. Toulouse, France – Kanak demonstrators rally against Macron’s electoral reform bill for New Caledonia. It would expand the right of French residents on the Pacific islands to vote in provincial elections and dilute the voice of indigenous Kanak people seeking independence. The move’s sparked deadly protests across the French territory.
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Continued…. 4. Tunis, Tunisia – Known as ‘The Mountain’, Wael Dahduh, a Palestinian reporter and Al Jazeera's Gaza bureau chief, speaks at the National Union of Journalists headquarters. His family was killed during Israel’s bombardment of Gaza.
5. Faiyum, Egypt – Loved ones attend the funeral of Egyptian soldier, Abdullah Ramadan Ashri Qutb Haji. He was killed during clashes with Israeli forces near the Rafah border. Israel seized control over the Philadelphi corridor, a violation of longstanding peace agreements between Cairo and Tel Aviv.
6. Gedaref, Sudan – A soldier faithful to Sudan's army chief, Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, stands against the backdrop of a mosque. Fierce battles continue with the Rapid Support Forces militia. The city of El Fasher, the capital of Sudan's North Darfur state, has witnessed a surge in violence with 134 people killed since May 10, according to MSF. The 13-month conflict has claimed the lives of 15,000 people across the country.
5. Faiyum, Egypt – Loved ones attend the funeral of Egyptian soldier, Abdullah Ramadan Ashri Qutb Haji. He was killed during clashes with Israeli forces near the Rafah border. Israel seized control over the Philadelphi corridor, a violation of longstanding peace agreements between Cairo and Tel Aviv.
6. Gedaref, Sudan – A soldier faithful to Sudan's army chief, Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, stands against the backdrop of a mosque. Fierce battles continue with the Rapid Support Forces militia. The city of El Fasher, the capital of Sudan's North Darfur state, has witnessed a surge in violence with 134 people killed since May 10, according to MSF. The 13-month conflict has claimed the lives of 15,000 people across the country.
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WHEN ISRAEL'S INTELLIGENCE BOMBED ITS OWN EMBASSY
Annie Machon, is a former British MI5 intelligence officer turned whistleblower.
Here she explains how the Israeli foreign intelligence agency, Mossad, allegedly bombed its own embassy in London in a false flag attack in 1994. It then framed two Palestinian activists for the crime. The goal, according to Machon, was twofold.
The first was to pressure the UK to provide increased security around Israeli interests in Britain. The second was to remove two key players in the pro-Palestinian movement.
Jawad Botmeh and Samar Alamir were convicted of conspiring to bomb the embassy. They served a large chunk of their 20-year sentence before being released in 2008 and 2009, respectively. They’ve always maintained their innocence. Human rights organisations, including Amnesty International, raised concerns about the fairness of their trial. Police never found the actual bomber.
Annie Machon, is a former British MI5 intelligence officer turned whistleblower.
Here she explains how the Israeli foreign intelligence agency, Mossad, allegedly bombed its own embassy in London in a false flag attack in 1994. It then framed two Palestinian activists for the crime. The goal, according to Machon, was twofold.
The first was to pressure the UK to provide increased security around Israeli interests in Britain. The second was to remove two key players in the pro-Palestinian movement.
Jawad Botmeh and Samar Alamir were convicted of conspiring to bomb the embassy. They served a large chunk of their 20-year sentence before being released in 2008 and 2009, respectively. They’ve always maintained their innocence. Human rights organisations, including Amnesty International, raised concerns about the fairness of their trial. Police never found the actual bomber.
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'SELL BEING AFRICAN BACK TO THE AFRICAN'
Why do some Africans in the diaspora refuse to call themselves African? Why do you Black people in the Caribbean identify as Latino or Hispanic or French or British?
According to activist, Dr Umar Ifatunde also known as Dr Umar Ifatunde, also known as Umar Johnson, many reject their link with Africa because of negative perceptions and ‘not wanting to be on the losing team.’ But he gives a simple solution during this interview with Penuel the Black Pen. Sell being African back to the African. Or, as Pan-African icon Marcus Garvey said, 'The white man, has made being Black a curse we need to make being Black a blessing'. It starts in the mindset. We must be proud.
What are the first steps needed to make all Africans in the diaspora proud to call themselves Africans? Let us know in the comments.
Why do some Africans in the diaspora refuse to call themselves African? Why do you Black people in the Caribbean identify as Latino or Hispanic or French or British?
According to activist, Dr Umar Ifatunde also known as Dr Umar Ifatunde, also known as Umar Johnson, many reject their link with Africa because of negative perceptions and ‘not wanting to be on the losing team.’ But he gives a simple solution during this interview with Penuel the Black Pen. Sell being African back to the African. Or, as Pan-African icon Marcus Garvey said, 'The white man, has made being Black a curse we need to make being Black a blessing'. It starts in the mindset. We must be proud.
What are the first steps needed to make all Africans in the diaspora proud to call themselves Africans? Let us know in the comments.
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Contrary to imperialist Western ideology that Africa’s history started with European enslavement and colonisation; Africa, in fact, boasts a rich history that cuts across socio-political and economic dominance.
One example is the Kingdom of Axum, which was a major empire of the ancient world that rose in parts of modern-day Eritrea and Ethiopia during the first century CE. Surprisingly little is known about it, even though it thrived for centuries. By the second and third centuries AD, it had grown into a trading juggernaut and controlled vast trade routes, making it a vital link between ancient Europe and parts of Asia.
This week’s Facts of the Week highlights the kingdom’s significance as a powerful and influential ancient African civilisation with a rich cultural and historical heritage.
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One example is the Kingdom of Axum, which was a major empire of the ancient world that rose in parts of modern-day Eritrea and Ethiopia during the first century CE. Surprisingly little is known about it, even though it thrived for centuries. By the second and third centuries AD, it had grown into a trading juggernaut and controlled vast trade routes, making it a vital link between ancient Europe and parts of Asia.
This week’s Facts of the Week highlights the kingdom’s significance as a powerful and influential ancient African civilisation with a rich cultural and historical heritage.
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MALCOLM X RALLIES AFRICANS
Malcolm X had a tremendous impact on Black and civil rights movements. He was an advocate for Black empowerment and challenged racism and imperialism through his politics. In this video, from the Black Journal series of 1969 , his wife echoes his words even after his death, that the fight for freedom and basic human rights is one that unites Black people from Africa to the US and beyond. It’s a powerful message that still resonates. Catch Malcolm X’s words during a visit to Cairo at the end!
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Malcolm X had a tremendous impact on Black and civil rights movements. He was an advocate for Black empowerment and challenged racism and imperialism through his politics. In this video, from the Black Journal series of 1969 , his wife echoes his words even after his death, that the fight for freedom and basic human rights is one that unites Black people from Africa to the US and beyond. It’s a powerful message that still resonates. Catch Malcolm X’s words during a visit to Cairo at the end!
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‘OUR WHITE HOUSE IS BLACK HARLEM’
When Thomas Sankara arrived in New York in 1984 to address the United Nations, he also had another mission in mind. Apart from addressing world leaders on issues including Israel’s oppression of Palestinians, he wanted to connect with the city’s Black community.
The day before speaking at the UN, the Burkina Faso leader headed to Harlem’s Harriet Tubman School and gave this speech to a crowd of 500 people. It was there he delivered the famous line:’ Our White House is in Black Harlem.’ He wanted to forge a bond between Africa and the African diaspora within the United States. And he wasted little time, urging his audience to ‘fight for the dignity of the African man.’
The All-African People’s Revolutionary Party (@aaprpinterntional) co-hosted the event, but it wasn’t Sankara’s only appointment. While in Harlem, he also inaugurated an exhibition of Burkinabè at the Third World Trade Centre.
When Thomas Sankara arrived in New York in 1984 to address the United Nations, he also had another mission in mind. Apart from addressing world leaders on issues including Israel’s oppression of Palestinians, he wanted to connect with the city’s Black community.
The day before speaking at the UN, the Burkina Faso leader headed to Harlem’s Harriet Tubman School and gave this speech to a crowd of 500 people. It was there he delivered the famous line:’ Our White House is in Black Harlem.’ He wanted to forge a bond between Africa and the African diaspora within the United States. And he wasted little time, urging his audience to ‘fight for the dignity of the African man.’
The All-African People’s Revolutionary Party (@aaprpinterntional) co-hosted the event, but it wasn’t Sankara’s only appointment. While in Harlem, he also inaugurated an exhibition of Burkinabè at the Third World Trade Centre.
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Continued….. The trip underlined Sankara’s ambition to build global bridges. He hosted Pan-African organisers from the US in Burkina Faso and worked to open the Institut des Peuples Noirs (Institute of Black Peoples), an educational centre focused on the artistic, intellectual and cultural achievements of African people.
Sankara was a true pan-Africanist. He understood and embraced the Black people of the United States and the Caribbean as fellow Africans and insisted they would always have a place on the African continent. He pushed for the advancement of Africans worldwide and quickly forged a bond with the Black liberation struggle in the Americas.
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Sankara was a true pan-Africanist. He understood and embraced the Black people of the United States and the Caribbean as fellow Africans and insisted they would always have a place on the African continent. He pushed for the advancement of Africans worldwide and quickly forged a bond with the Black liberation struggle in the Americas.
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AFRICAN BRAIN DRAIN PLAGUES HEALTHCARE
Brain drain has left Africa’s healthcare sick. The continent faces a shortfall of a million doctors, partly due to the number of qualified medics who’ve emigrated.
Arikana Chihombori, the former AU envoy to the UN, claims there are more Ghanaian doctors in New York City than Ghana itself. And in this clip, she makes it clear it’s not just a problem facing healthcare. It’s a curse infecting every sector. Have a listen and give us your solution.
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Brain drain has left Africa’s healthcare sick. The continent faces a shortfall of a million doctors, partly due to the number of qualified medics who’ve emigrated.
Arikana Chihombori, the former AU envoy to the UN, claims there are more Ghanaian doctors in New York City than Ghana itself. And in this clip, she makes it clear it’s not just a problem facing healthcare. It’s a curse infecting every sector. Have a listen and give us your solution.
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THE GREATEST ADVICE OF ALL TIME?
Muhammad Ali - born Cassius Marcellus Clay Jr. - died on this day 8 years ago. He was a renowned boxer and activist. Growing up in the era of racial segregation, he was vocal about the rights of African people globally, especially in America.
At the age of 12 twelve, he was motivated to become a boxer after someone stole his bike and he wanted to ‘rough him up.’ He was encouraged by an officer to learn how to box first, and after watching the sport on TV, he trained as an amateur before becoming a pro.
Muhammad Ali - born Cassius Marcellus Clay Jr. - died on this day 8 years ago. He was a renowned boxer and activist. Growing up in the era of racial segregation, he was vocal about the rights of African people globally, especially in America.
At the age of 12 twelve, he was motivated to become a boxer after someone stole his bike and he wanted to ‘rough him up.’ He was encouraged by an officer to learn how to box first, and after watching the sport on TV, he trained as an amateur before becoming a pro.
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Continued….. He is widely regarded as the greatest heavyweight boxer of all time: he won the world heavyweight championship three times - a first - and successfully defended his noscript 19 times.
A lot of people idolised him, including children and the younger generation. But in this clip, he advises them to focus on education and creating a trade for themselves - rather than try to follow in his footsteps as a fighter. That’s because only the very best stand a chance of making it, and even for them, that chance is minuscule and filled with uncertainty.
It’s great advice, but do you think young Ali would have actually listened to it?
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A lot of people idolised him, including children and the younger generation. But in this clip, he advises them to focus on education and creating a trade for themselves - rather than try to follow in his footsteps as a fighter. That’s because only the very best stand a chance of making it, and even for them, that chance is minuscule and filled with uncertainty.
It’s great advice, but do you think young Ali would have actually listened to it?
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