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PAN-AFRICANISM ENDED APARTHEID
Throughout the 20th century, courageous African men and women put their lives at stake to struggle against brutal white minority rule in South Africa.
However, the battle extended well beyond South Africa’s borders, with nearly every country in Africa playing a role in shaping the struggle. Africans from Angola, Namibia, Zimbabwe and beyond fought and died alongside South African freedom fighters. Plus, states as far away as Algeria sent material support to the African National Congress. Even French-speaking countries like Guinea became home to exiled South African activists, such as anti-apartheid singer Miriam Makeba, who spent several years there.
Today, a section of South African society believes Nigerians, Somalis, Zimbabweans and other Africans have no place in their country.
Throughout the 20th century, courageous African men and women put their lives at stake to struggle against brutal white minority rule in South Africa.
However, the battle extended well beyond South Africa’s borders, with nearly every country in Africa playing a role in shaping the struggle. Africans from Angola, Namibia, Zimbabwe and beyond fought and died alongside South African freedom fighters. Plus, states as far away as Algeria sent material support to the African National Congress. Even French-speaking countries like Guinea became home to exiled South African activists, such as anti-apartheid singer Miriam Makeba, who spent several years there.
Today, a section of South African society believes Nigerians, Somalis, Zimbabweans and other Africans have no place in their country.
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Continued….. Perhaps they have forgotten how these peoples’ ancestors supported South African freedom fighters’ victory against one of the greatest battles of the 20th century.
While Nelson Mandela’s release from prison and rise to the South African presidency was a milestone accomplishment against white minority rule, the struggle for the total liberation of South Africa continues as unequal land and wealth distribution remains stark.
If history teaches us anything, it will take Pan-African unity to bring complete freedom to South Africa.
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While Nelson Mandela’s release from prison and rise to the South African presidency was a milestone accomplishment against white minority rule, the struggle for the total liberation of South Africa continues as unequal land and wealth distribution remains stark.
If history teaches us anything, it will take Pan-African unity to bring complete freedom to South Africa.
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Human rights experts warn the West risks being complicit in Israel’s g*nocide in Gaza. However, that hasn’t stopped key allies arming Tel Aviv with billions of dollars of weapons. The US tops the list, followed by Germany , Italy and the UK, as you’ll see from our slides.
But can those countries really be ignorant of their obligations under international law? Last year’s ruling by the International Court of Justice made clear there was a ‘plausible’ g*nocide taking place. Since then, UN special rapporteur, Francesca Albanese, says states can’t claim they ‘did not know what they were risking to partake in’.
Earlier this year, the European Centre for Constitutional and Human Rights (ECCHR) filed a lawsuit against the German government to stop arms exports to Israel.
But can those countries really be ignorant of their obligations under international law? Last year’s ruling by the International Court of Justice made clear there was a ‘plausible’ g*nocide taking place. Since then, UN special rapporteur, Francesca Albanese, says states can’t claim they ‘did not know what they were risking to partake in’.
Earlier this year, the European Centre for Constitutional and Human Rights (ECCHR) filed a lawsuit against the German government to stop arms exports to Israel.
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Continued…. In the UK, more than 600 lawyers, academics and retired senior judges wrote a letter to then-PM Rishi Sunak warning his government’s arms shipments were illegal.
Despite the appeals, Western nations continue to flood Israel with weapons that have k*lled over 40,000 Palestinians since October 7, primarily women and children. Over 70,000 tonnes of explosives have been dropped on the Gaza Strip during the bombardment, according to Euro-Med Human Rights Monitor. That’s over four times the amount unleashed by atomic bombs dropped on Hiroshima and Nagasaki in August 1945. According to the same source, more bombs have rained on Gaza, than were dropped on Dresden, Hamburg and London combined in World War II.
And the complicity doesn’t stop at arms. A new report by OILCHANGE International reveals how oil shipments are literally fuelling the destruction of Gaza. Apart from Western shipments, African countries including Gabon and Nigeria, are also among the main suppliers.
Despite the appeals, Western nations continue to flood Israel with weapons that have k*lled over 40,000 Palestinians since October 7, primarily women and children. Over 70,000 tonnes of explosives have been dropped on the Gaza Strip during the bombardment, according to Euro-Med Human Rights Monitor. That’s over four times the amount unleashed by atomic bombs dropped on Hiroshima and Nagasaki in August 1945. According to the same source, more bombs have rained on Gaza, than were dropped on Dresden, Hamburg and London combined in World War II.
And the complicity doesn’t stop at arms. A new report by OILCHANGE International reveals how oil shipments are literally fuelling the destruction of Gaza. Apart from Western shipments, African countries including Gabon and Nigeria, are also among the main suppliers.
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‘LEAVE EUROPE? ONCE EUROPE GETS OUT OF AFRICA!’
Racists in Europe will often mask their hatred as patriotism, telling Black and Brown people to ‘leave’ and ‘go back’ to their ‘own countries.’ The level of ignorance is galling. It was Europeans that came and pillaged our ancestral lands. It’s our wealth they built their more ‘advanced’ societies on - something that continues to this day through neo-colonial exploitation.
Racists in Europe will often mask their hatred as patriotism, telling Black and Brown people to ‘leave’ and ‘go back’ to their ‘own countries.’ The level of ignorance is galling. It was Europeans that came and pillaged our ancestral lands. It’s our wealth they built their more ‘advanced’ societies on - something that continues to this day through neo-colonial exploitation.
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Continued…. Adding to the irony is the fact that Europe controls two African territories on the Northern Coast: Ceuta and Melilla. This control, which dates back to Spanish colonisation, symbolises the ongoing neo-colonial presence of Europe in Africa. It highlights the contradictory nature of European immigration laws and policies: on the one hand, European countries fortify their borders against African migrants, while on the other, they maintain sovereign territories on African soil, revealing a shameless double standard. At the same time, neo-colonial policies towards African nations continue to create terrible living standards that force Africans to look for livelihoods outside of Africa, while her plundered resources feed the Global North.
In this video, a brother expresses sentiments shared by many Africans living in Europe and in the diaspora: until Europe (and the rest of the Western world) leave Africa and provide restitution, Africans will not leave Europe. Africans are rightfully ennoscriptd to be in Europe and enjoy the fruits of their blood, sweat and tears. The video is particularly timely, given the recent racial violence we have seen erupt in the UK lately.
Unfortunately, we don’t know the video author’s name and can’t link to his account. If you can enlighten us, please do in the comments - where your reactions to what he has to say are also most welcome!
(Source video was shared by @Tasetireloaded2 on X.)
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In this video, a brother expresses sentiments shared by many Africans living in Europe and in the diaspora: until Europe (and the rest of the Western world) leave Africa and provide restitution, Africans will not leave Europe. Africans are rightfully ennoscriptd to be in Europe and enjoy the fruits of their blood, sweat and tears. The video is particularly timely, given the recent racial violence we have seen erupt in the UK lately.
Unfortunately, we don’t know the video author’s name and can’t link to his account. If you can enlighten us, please do in the comments - where your reactions to what he has to say are also most welcome!
(Source video was shared by @Tasetireloaded2 on X.)
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YES, KAMALA HARRIS WILL KEEP ARMING ISRAEL AS PREZ
What would a Kamala Harris presidency look like? Many people are excited for a woman president but are anxious about her pro-Israel policy.
However, based on what we know, it probably wouldn’t look too different from Joe Biden’s presidency. While recent efforts have attempted to depict Harris as a slightly more pro-Palestine option, this could not be further from the truth. She and her national security advisor, Phil Gordon, have made it clear that a Harris presidency does not mean an end to arming Israel, which has k*lled more than 40,000 Palestinians since 7 October.
What would a Kamala Harris presidency look like? Many people are excited for a woman president but are anxious about her pro-Israel policy.
However, based on what we know, it probably wouldn’t look too different from Joe Biden’s presidency. While recent efforts have attempted to depict Harris as a slightly more pro-Palestine option, this could not be further from the truth. She and her national security advisor, Phil Gordon, have made it clear that a Harris presidency does not mean an end to arming Israel, which has k*lled more than 40,000 Palestinians since 7 October.
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Continued….. The Lancet medical journal went as far as to report Israel has k*lled more than 186,000 as of early July.
Israel does not have a track record of respecting ceasefires. Some might wonder: What is the point of Harris claiming to work for a ceasefire when the US could practically put an end to the onslaught overnight by cutting financial and military aid?
And, we wonder, will the people demand more from Harris? Let us know in the comments.
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Israel does not have a track record of respecting ceasefires. Some might wonder: What is the point of Harris claiming to work for a ceasefire when the US could practically put an end to the onslaught overnight by cutting financial and military aid?
And, we wonder, will the people demand more from Harris? Let us know in the comments.
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PRO-PALESTINE WORKERS BLOCK WEAPON SHIPMENTS
Workers around the world are showing massive solidarity with Palestine by disrupting weapon deliveries to Israel.
Dockers in Spain and Italy have refused to handle deadly shipments, while unions in Canada and the UK have disrupted arms factories. Meanwhile, in India, unions are protesting the government’s plans to send workers to replace Palestinians. They represent a powerful global labour movement that’s supporting Palestinian rights.
Workers around the world are showing massive solidarity with Palestine by disrupting weapon deliveries to Israel.
Dockers in Spain and Italy have refused to handle deadly shipments, while unions in Canada and the UK have disrupted arms factories. Meanwhile, in India, unions are protesting the government’s plans to send workers to replace Palestinians. They represent a powerful global labour movement that’s supporting Palestinian rights.
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Continued….. Workers have long been at the forefront of resistance, achieving notable successes. During the apartheid-era in South Africa, widespread strikes and labour actions were crucial in undermining the regime. The 1973 Durban strikes, led by Black workers, were a turning point, galvanising widespread anti-apartheid sentiment and leading to significant political and social change. During the U.S. Civil Rights Movement, protests, such as the Black-led Montgomery Bus Boycott, were instrumental in challenging racial segregation. Similarly, the 1970s labour strikes in Chile, headed by workers under Salvador Allende, showcased the power of organised labour in resisting authoritarian regimes and advocating for democratic reforms.
These historical victories underscore how collective action and solidarity can help dismantle systemic injustices.
William Sakawa looks at how workers’ muscles are being flexed once again.
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These historical victories underscore how collective action and solidarity can help dismantle systemic injustices.
William Sakawa looks at how workers’ muscles are being flexed once again.
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PALESTINE SUPPORTER STORMS DNC STAGE
Pro-Palestine protesters crashed the Democratic National Convention welcome party for delegates on 18 August in Chicago.
In a viral video, a protester ran up the steps of a stage and grabbed a microphone to say, ‘There’s a gen*cide happening in Palestine, 150,000 people are dead, you are funding a gen*cide and the [Biden-] Harris administration keeps funnelling money to Israel.’ To clarify, the Gaza Health Ministry has reported more than 40,000 deaths, while the Lancet medical journal has estimated the death toll was more than 186,000 as of early July.
Pro-Palestine protesters crashed the Democratic National Convention welcome party for delegates on 18 August in Chicago.
In a viral video, a protester ran up the steps of a stage and grabbed a microphone to say, ‘There’s a gen*cide happening in Palestine, 150,000 people are dead, you are funding a gen*cide and the [Biden-] Harris administration keeps funnelling money to Israel.’ To clarify, the Gaza Health Ministry has reported more than 40,000 deaths, while the Lancet medical journal has estimated the death toll was more than 186,000 as of early July.
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Continued……. ‘From the inside and out, the DNC cannot party while there is a gen*cide in Gaza,’ wrote Direct Actions for Palestine (@directactions4palestine on IG), a Chicago-based advocacy group that posted a video of the protest. ‘Welcome to hell week.’
The following day, thousands of pro-Palestine protesters took to the streets against the DNC. Then, on 20 August, Harris accepted the Democratic Party’s nomination for president.
Do you agree with the protesters’ tactic? Let us know in the comments.
Video credit: @directactions4palestine (IG)
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The following day, thousands of pro-Palestine protesters took to the streets against the DNC. Then, on 20 August, Harris accepted the Democratic Party’s nomination for president.
Do you agree with the protesters’ tactic? Let us know in the comments.
Video credit: @directactions4palestine (IG)
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THREE AFRICAN STATES OILING ISRAEL’S WAR MACHINE
Three African countries are fuelling Israel’s war machine by sending it millions of tonnes of crude oil. Gabon, Nigeria and Congo-Brazzaville are among the biggest suppliers, according to a new report.
Non-profit OilChange International found the trio accounted for over a third of shipments to Israel over the last nine months. Over half comes from Azerbaijan and Kazakhstan, while other suppliers include Italy, Greece and Albania.
More than 40,000 Palestinians have been killed during Tel Aviv’s bombardment of Gaza, which the UN’s top court warns is genocide.
Israel’s military capacity would grind to a halt if a total energy embargo was enforced.
Image credit: OilChange International
Three African countries are fuelling Israel’s war machine by sending it millions of tonnes of crude oil. Gabon, Nigeria and Congo-Brazzaville are among the biggest suppliers, according to a new report.
Non-profit OilChange International found the trio accounted for over a third of shipments to Israel over the last nine months. Over half comes from Azerbaijan and Kazakhstan, while other suppliers include Italy, Greece and Albania.
More than 40,000 Palestinians have been killed during Tel Aviv’s bombardment of Gaza, which the UN’s top court warns is genocide.
Israel’s military capacity would grind to a halt if a total energy embargo was enforced.
Image credit: OilChange International
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BOTSWANA UNEARTHS WORLD’S SECOND-BIGGEST DIAMOND
Watch the moment Botswana’s leader receives the world’s second-largest diamond. You can almost hear the thud as it’s dropped into his hands at a press conference. Smiling from ear to ear, President Mokgweetsi Masisi says ‘God is good’ as he stares at the massive stone.
The gem is 2,492-carats (almost half a kilo) and was unearthed in the country by Canadian mining firm Lucara Diamond Corp. It’s the biggest find since 1905’s discovery of the Cullinan Diamond in South Africa, which was 3,106 carats. Although the Botswana whopper hasn’t been valued yet, a smaller diamond found at the same Karowe Mine sold for $63m in 2016.
Watch the moment Botswana’s leader receives the world’s second-largest diamond. You can almost hear the thud as it’s dropped into his hands at a press conference. Smiling from ear to ear, President Mokgweetsi Masisi says ‘God is good’ as he stares at the massive stone.
The gem is 2,492-carats (almost half a kilo) and was unearthed in the country by Canadian mining firm Lucara Diamond Corp. It’s the biggest find since 1905’s discovery of the Cullinan Diamond in South Africa, which was 3,106 carats. Although the Botswana whopper hasn’t been valued yet, a smaller diamond found at the same Karowe Mine sold for $63m in 2016.
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Continued…. The African country is blessed with natural riches, but unlike other nations on the continent, it’s managed to avoid the ‘resource curse.’ Prudent government policy has seen much of the country’s wealth stay within its borders. It boasts Africa’s fourth-biggest GDP per capita and has some of the lowest corruption levels. It’s also allowed Botswana to avoid IMF loans and debt traps. The World Bank found Botswana to be one of the few countries in Africa that fully funds social protection programs out of its own resources, dedicating 4.4% of its GDP to social spending. However, it’s not without its problems. There’s still high inequality and unemployment is running at around 23%, according to website Statista.
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BBC RUNNING DEFENCE FOR ISRAEL
Here’s another example of Western media obscuring Israeli responsibility. It’s a headline from the BBC after a nurse blamed Israel for an air strike that killed his wife and six children in Gaza. We've added the word Israel which, for some reason, was omitted from the original. That’s despite the grieving father, Ashraf El Attar, telling the UK outlet: ‘Israel has committed a grave injustice. My entire family has been wiped out in an instant, leaving me with nothing.’
However, the BBC report did stress the Israeli military doesn't deliberately target civilians and was ‘eliminating terrorists’ in the area.
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Here’s another example of Western media obscuring Israeli responsibility. It’s a headline from the BBC after a nurse blamed Israel for an air strike that killed his wife and six children in Gaza. We've added the word Israel which, for some reason, was omitted from the original. That’s despite the grieving father, Ashraf El Attar, telling the UK outlet: ‘Israel has committed a grave injustice. My entire family has been wiped out in an instant, leaving me with nothing.’
However, the BBC report did stress the Israeli military doesn't deliberately target civilians and was ‘eliminating terrorists’ in the area.
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