In case you had doubts about the impact and potential of the revolution in the Alliance of Sahel States, listen to this elder explain exactly how much it means to him. Speaking at a recent meeting in New York in support of the bloc, he related how he had resigned himself to the idea that he would never see the African revolution in his own lifetime. But the transformative events in the Sahel have become a source of pride and joy for him. He is aware of representation politics as a tool for subduing activism among the masses - former US president Barack Obama is a notable example. The Sahel is different. These are not just token Black faces, but leaders intent on rewriting the African story - from victims of centuries of subjugation to a strong dignified people. They have taken control of their resources and ended military occupation by the West. The task now is to build a new Africa.
Have a listen and please share your thoughts.
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Sources https://www.theatlantic.com/politics/archive/2016/12/how-barack-obama-failed-black-americans/511358/
https://www.ft.com/content/c677935b-ab2b-4cc4-914f-6b67f2c24183
https://energyinafrica.com/news/orano-plans-exit-from-nigers-uranium-market/
This was beautiful to see. Hope you all like that person's message and feel hopeful.