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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TUNISIAN FOOTBALL FANS’ TRIBUTE TO GAZA
During the Confederation of African Football Champions League final, supporters of Tunisia’s Espérance Sportive club, numbering 34,000 strong at the Hammadi Agrebi Stadium in Radés, expressed solidarity with Palestine amidst Israel’s ongoing gen*cidal aggression in Gaza.
In a display of unity, massive mosaics adorned the stands, conveying messages advocating for the Palestinian cause and condemning Israel’s actions in Gaza.
Banners held by Espérance fans bore slogans such as “Made in Gaza,” “Our noble values: freedom in an occupied world,” and “Standing with Palestine,” showcasing unwavering support for the oppressed.
During the Confederation of African Football Champions League final, supporters of Tunisia’s Espérance Sportive club, numbering 34,000 strong at the Hammadi Agrebi Stadium in Radés, expressed solidarity with Palestine amidst Israel’s ongoing gen*cidal aggression in Gaza.
In a display of unity, massive mosaics adorned the stands, conveying messages advocating for the Palestinian cause and condemning Israel’s actions in Gaza.
Banners held by Espérance fans bore slogans such as “Made in Gaza,” “Our noble values: freedom in an occupied world,” and “Standing with Palestine,” showcasing unwavering support for the oppressed.
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Continued….. These banners also paid homage to various entities championing the Palestinian cause, including South African lawyers at the International Court of Justice, the Celtic Ultras, Colombian President Gustavo Petro, and flags representing nations backing Palestine.
This isn’t the first time North African football supporters have raised flags and banners for Palestine. The politically conscious ultra-culture runs deep. Many of these fans are the same youth who led revolutions a decade ago against their oppressive in regimes in Tunisia and Egypt.
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This isn’t the first time North African football supporters have raised flags and banners for Palestine. The politically conscious ultra-culture runs deep. Many of these fans are the same youth who led revolutions a decade ago against their oppressive in regimes in Tunisia and Egypt.
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With Kenyans still outraged by their president’s lavish foreign-travel costs - especially the $1.5 million he recently splashed on his private jet to the US - William Ruto is off again, this time jet-setting to South Korea.
It’s not clear this time round how much his plane will set back Kenyan tax payers - who are hard hit by the soaring cost of living, who’ve been told to tighten their belts by the traveller-in-chief and who can expect more tax hikes - but his defence is the usual one: he’s “fending for Kenyans,” go-getting business deals that will supposedly bolster his nation economically.
In fact, Ruto has vowed to “export” 10,000 Kenyans to do jobs in South Korea - his word, not ours. Perhaps he meant ‘secure jobs for’ - but it’s almost as if he regards Kenyan workers as some kind of livestock commodity.
Does his unfortunate word choice reveal his true opinion of Kenyan workers? Are his foreign-travel costs justified?
It’s not clear this time round how much his plane will set back Kenyan tax payers - who are hard hit by the soaring cost of living, who’ve been told to tighten their belts by the traveller-in-chief and who can expect more tax hikes - but his defence is the usual one: he’s “fending for Kenyans,” go-getting business deals that will supposedly bolster his nation economically.
In fact, Ruto has vowed to “export” 10,000 Kenyans to do jobs in South Korea - his word, not ours. Perhaps he meant ‘secure jobs for’ - but it’s almost as if he regards Kenyan workers as some kind of livestock commodity.
Does his unfortunate word choice reveal his true opinion of Kenyan workers? Are his foreign-travel costs justified?
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THREE MILLION SUDANESE CHILDREN FACE FAMINE
Famine could take hold of large parts of war-torn Sudan. U.N. chiefs warn 18-million people already face acute food insecurity and 3.6-million children are malnourished. It’s feared the catastrophic situation could spiral further, if agencies can’t get aid into the country.
The grim reality was spelled out by Jens Laerke, a spokesperson for the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA). There are also concerns over the sexual exploitation of women and children, and the use of child soldiers. While the question of who is winning the war in Sudan is up for debate, what’s obvious is that Sudanese people are paying the highest price.
Famine could take hold of large parts of war-torn Sudan. U.N. chiefs warn 18-million people already face acute food insecurity and 3.6-million children are malnourished. It’s feared the catastrophic situation could spiral further, if agencies can’t get aid into the country.
The grim reality was spelled out by Jens Laerke, a spokesperson for the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA). There are also concerns over the sexual exploitation of women and children, and the use of child soldiers. While the question of who is winning the war in Sudan is up for debate, what’s obvious is that Sudanese people are paying the highest price.
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