Racism is a product of power dynamics. Only when people realise that Africans are not defenceless, that there will be consequences for their actions, will they change their approach.
People say – show me your heroes and I will show you your future. When the Magufulis and the Mugabes of Africa are hailed as heroes and the Khamas are obscure, you know that you are in for a truly rough ride.
If NSO is to be held responsible for how Pegasus is used, should knife makers be made responsible for how knives are used also?
For Africans to see Indians – or other non-native communities – as compatriots, they have to position themselves differently. There is a need for increasing cultural, social, business, and if possible religious intercourses.
Unless Africa can produce a show of purpose in elevating its people from poverty, we really have no business calling ourselves free.
Following Mugabe’s guide, here are five steps that will ensure that every nation is ruined in the shortest time possible.
The history of Russia’s engagement with Africa shows that Russia has hardly been capable of providing any real alternatives to Africans. To be a responsible power, Russia needs to be able to address that challenge – what has Russia got to offer the people of Africa?
Whatever one’s conclusions about Tutu, what is not debatable is that the world has lost a crusader in the struggle for freedom, justice, equality, and peace.
What happens to DRC, happens to Africa. Hence, DRC matters, and it is imperative for Africans to do everything they can to get this sleeping giant back on its feet because when it does, it will pull so many nations forward with it.
For the East African Community (EAC), increased integration with the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), which borders five EAC nations, will be quite transformative.
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