Wishing you all a very happy and a prosperous New Year .
God bless
Friday, 31 December 2010
Wednesday, 1 December 2010
Saturday, 25 September 2010
Sunday, 19 September 2010
Saturday, 18 September 2010
LA EDUCACIÓN POLÍTICA DE LA JUVENTUD AFRICANA POST-COLONIAL Y EL CONTROL DE LOS MEDIA
LA EDUCACIÓN POLÍTICA DE LA JUVENTUD AFRICANA POST-COLONIAL Y EL CONTROL DE LOS MEDIA
«El deber de cualquier movimiento colonial importante para la liberación nacional, sin embargo, debe ser la organización del trabajo y la juventud; y la liquidación del analfabetismo político. Esto debe conseguirse a través de una educación política de las masas que se mantenga en contacto constante con todas las masas de los pueblos colonizados. Este tipo de educación debe apartarse de la intelectualidad que ha sido el verdadero artífice del vasallaje colonial.
Luego, las organizaciones deben preparar a los agentes del progreso, deben encontrar lo mejor de su juventud y encaminarla por el sendero de sus verdaderos intereses (tecnológicos, científicos y políticos) y establecer un fondo de educación para ayudar y estimular a los estudiantes de las colonias para que estudien en sus casas y en el extranjero, y deben encontrar escuelas propias para diseminar su educación política. El propósito principal de la organización es darle muerte al colonialismo y liquidar de una vez la dominación imperialista extranjera.
Toda organización debe profundizar y asegurar sus propias bases y fortalecer al movimiento obrero, los campesinos (trabajadores y pequeños campesinos) y la juventud. Este movimiento de liberación nacional debe luchar por sus propios principios y conseguir sus objetivos.
Hay que contar con su propia prensa. No se puede vivir separado de ella, sin desviarse de sus objetivos y aspiraciones, sin olvidar las masas, la fuerza organizada del trabajo, los campesinos organizados, y la organización responsable y activa de la juventud. Estas son las principales fuerzas en el movimiento de liberación colonial, y según ellas se desarrollan y ganan conciencia política, de este modo la liberación sale de la esfera de meras ideas y se vuelve real y tangible.» in Kwame Nkrumah, Hacia la Libertad de las Colonias, p.26-27.
Sunday, 12 September 2010
AMILCAR CABRAL
The Journey:
How it all happened
1924: Amílcar Cabral is born on September 12, in Bafatá, Guinea. – 1932: Moves to Cabo Verde. – 1943: Finishes secondary schooling in Mindelo, on the island of São Vicente. – 1944: Obtains a job at the National Printing Office, in Praia, the capital of Cape Verde, on São Tiago Island. – 1945: Is awarded a scholarship and begins his studies at the Agronomy Institute, in Lisbon. – 1950: Graduates from the institute and starts working at the Agronomy Center, in Santarém. – 1952: Returns to Bissau under contract with the Agricultural and Forestry Services of Portuguese Guinea. – 1955: The Governor demands that he leave the colony; Cabral goes to work in Angola; he joins the Movement for the Liberation of Angola (MPLA). – 1956: The African Party for the Independence of Cape Verde and Guinea (PAIGC) is founded in Bissau. – 1960: The PAIGC establishes a delegation in Conakry, capital of the Republic of Guinea; China gives support to the training of members of the PAIGC. – 1961: Morocco welcomes members of the PAIGC. – 1963: Open warfare breaks out on January 23, with an attack on the military installations at Tite, in southern Guinea-Bissau; the PAIGC sets up a northern battlefront in July. – 1970: Pope Paul VI grants an audience on July 1 to Amílcar Cabral, Agostinho Neto and Marcelino dos Santos. On November 22, the Governor of Guinea-Bissau decides to establish a “commando” operation to which he gives the name of “Mar Verde” (Green Sea), whose goal is to capture or eliminate the leaders of the PAIGC located in Conakry: it fails! – 1973: Amílcar Cabral is assassinated in Conakry on January 20.
Global Food Disparity: A Photo Diary
"Today, more people are overweight than underweight".
In an increasingly globalized world, it’s still sometimes shocking to see just how disparate our lives are compared with other human beings around the world.
Above family: United States: The Revis family of North Carolina (I hope most American families eat more fresh fruits and vegetables and less junk food than this family.)Food expenditure for one week $341.98
Below family: Chad: The Aboubakar family of Breidjing Camp
Food expenditure for one week: 685 CFA Francs or $1.23. No comment.
There’s a lot of smart ass stuff I could or would say now. But I will let you contemplate in silence.
Saturday, 11 September 2010
Friday, 10 September 2010
Sunday, 5 September 2010
Nelson Mandela Speech at his release after 26 years in prison
Nelson Mandela Speech at his release after 26 years in prison:
Cape Town -11 February 1990
Friends, comrades and fellow South Africans.
I greet you all in the name of peace, democracy and freedom for all.
I stand here before you not as a prophet but as a humble servant of you, the people. Your tireless and heroic sacrifices have made it possible for me to be here today. I therefore place the remaining years of my life in your hands.
On this day of my release, I extend my sincere and warmest gratitude to the millions of my compatriots and those in every corner of the globe who have campaigned tirelessly for my release.
I send special greetings to the people of Cape Town, this city which has been my home for three decades. Your mass marches and other forms of struggle have served as a constant source of strength to all political prisoners.
I salute the African National Congress. It has fulfilled our every expectation in its role as leader of the great march to freedom.
I salute our President, Comrade Oliver Tambo, for leading the ANC even under the most difficult circumstances.
I salute the rank and file members of the ANC. You have sacrificed life and limb in the pursuit of the noble cause of our struggle.
I salute combatants of Umkhonto we Sizwe, like Solomon Mahlangu and Ashley Kriel who have paid the ultimate price for the freedom of all South Africans.
I salute the South African Communist Party for its sterling contribution to the struggle for democracy. You have survived 40 years of unrelenting persecution. The memory of great communists like Moses Kotane, Yusuf Dadoo, Bram Fischer and Moses Mabhida will be cherished for generations to come.
I salute General Secretary Joe Slovo, one of our finest patriots. We are heartened by the fact that the alliance between ourselves and the Party remains as strong as it always was.
I salute the United Democratic Front, the National Education Crisis Committee, the South African Youth Congress, the Transvaal and Natal Indian Congresses and COSATU and the many other formations of the Mass Democratic Movement.
I also salute the Black Sash and the National Union of South African Students. We note with pride that you have acted as the conscience of white South Africa. Even during the darkest days in the history of our struggle you held the flag of liberty high. The large-scale mass mobilisation of the past few years is one of the key factors which led to the opening of the final chapter of our struggle.
I extend my greetings to the working class of our country. Your organised strength is the pride of our movement. You remain the most dependable force in the struggle to end exploitation and oppression.
I pay tribute to the many religious communities who carried the campaign for justice forward when the organisations for our people were silenced.
I greet the traditional leaders of our country - many of you continue to walk in the footsteps of great heroes like Hintsa and Sekhukune.
I pay tribute to the endless heroism of youth, you, the young lions. You, the young lions, have energised our entire struggle.
I pay tribute to the mothers and wives and sisters of our nation. You are the rock-hard foundation of our struggle. Apartheid has inflicted more pain on you than on anyone else.
On this occasion, we thank the world community for their great contribution to the anti-apartheid struggle. Without your support our struggle would not have reached this advanced stage. The sacrifice of the frontline states will be remembered by South Africans forever.
My salutations would be incomplete without expressing my deep appreciation for the strength given to me during my long and lonely years in prison by my beloved wife and family. I am convinced that your pain and suffering was far greater than my own.
Before I go any further I wish to make the point that I intend making only a few preliminary comments at this stage. I will make a more complete statement only after I have had the opportunity to consult with my comrades.
Today the majority of South Africans, black and white, recognise that apartheid has no future. It has to be ended by our own decisive mass action in order to build peace and security. The mass campaign of defiance and other actions of our organisation and people can only culminate in the establishment of democracy. The destruction caused by apartheid on our sub-continent is in- calculable. The fabric of family life of millions of my people has been shattered. Millions are homeless and unemployed. Our economy lies in ruins and our people are embroiled in political strife. Our resort to the armed struggle in 1960 with the formation of the military wing of the ANC, Umkhonto we Sizwe, was a purely defensive action against the violence of apartheid. The factors which necessitated the armed struggle still exist today. We have no option but to continue. We express the hope that a climate conducive to a negotiated settlement will be created soon so that there may no longer be the need for the armed struggle.
I am a loyal and disciplined member of the African National Congress. I am therefore in full agreement with all of its objectives, strategies and tactics.
The need to unite the people of our country is as important a task now as it always has been. No individual leader is able to take on this enormous task on his own. It is our task as leaders to place our views before our organisation and to allow the democratic structures to decide. On the question of democratic practice, I feel duty bound to make the point that a leader of the movement is a person who has been democratically elected at a national conference. This is a principle which must be upheld without any exceptions.
Today, I wish to report to you that my talks with the government have been aimed at normalising the political situation in the country. We have not as yet begun discussing the basic demands of the struggle. I wish to stress that I myself have at no time entered into negotiations about the future of our country except to insist on a meeting between the ANC and the government.
Mr. De Klerk has gone further than any other Nationalist president in taking real steps to normalise the situation. However, there are further steps as outlined in the Harare Declaration that have to be met before negotiations on the basic demands of our people can begin. I reiterate our call for, inter alia, the immediate ending of the State of Emergency and the freeing of all, and not only some, political prisoners. Only such a normalised situation, which allows for free political activity, can allow us to consult our people in order to obtain a mandate.
The people need to be consulted on who will negotiate and on the content of such negotiations. Negotiations cannot take place above the heads or behind the backs of our people. It is our belief that the future of our country can only be determined by a body which is democratically elected on a non-racial basis. Negotiations on the dismantling of apartheid will have to address the over- whelming demand of our people for a democratic, non-racial and unitary South Africa. There must be an end to white monopoly on political power and a fundamental restructuring of our political and economic systems to ensure that the inequalities of apartheid are addressed and our society thoroughly democratised.
It must be added that Mr. De Klerk himself is a man of integrity who is acutely aware of the dangers of a public figure not honouring his undertakings. But as an organisation we base our policy and strategy on the harsh reality we are faced with. And this reality is that we are still suffering under the policy of the Nationalist government.
Our struggle has reached a decisive moment. We call on our people to seize this moment so that the process towards democracy is rapid and uninterrupted. We have waited too long for our freedom. We can no longer wait. Now is the time to intensify the struggle on all fronts. To relax our efforts now would be a mistake which generations to come will not be able to forgive. The sight of freedom looming on the horizon should encourage us to redouble our efforts.
It is only through disciplined mass action that our victory can be assured. We call on our white compatriots to join us in the shaping of a new South Africa. The freedom movement is a political home for you too. We call on the international community to continue the campaign to isolate the apartheid regime. To lift sanctions now would be to run the risk of aborting the process towards the complete eradication of apartheid.
Our march to freedom is irreversible. We must not allow fear to stand in our way. Universal suffrage on a common voters' role in a united democratic and non-racial South Africa is the only way to peace and racial harmony.
In conclusion I wish to quote my own words during my trial in 1964. They are true today as they were then:
"I have fought against white domination and I have fought against black domination. I have cherished the ideal of a democratic and free society in which all persons live together in harmony and with equal opportunities. It is an ideal which I hope to live for and to achieve. But if needs be, it is an ideal for which I am prepared to die."
Saturday, 4 September 2010
Friday, 3 September 2010
The Power of Film
BYkids uses the power of film to raise awareness of critical human issues to promote global understanding and social engagement. BYkids gives video cameras and training to kids around the world to make short documentaries about their lives. Renowned American filmmakers teach these youth the fundamentals of filmmaking so they can tell their stories.
MISSION
BYkids seeks to change the way Americans see the world — and the way the world sees us — by using the power of film as a tool for global understanding and a catalyst for change. BYkids is a non-profit organization pairing master American filmmakers with youth (ages 8-21) from around the world to mentor them in creating short documentary films about globally relevant issues in their lives.
BYkids documentaries carry the universal values of courage, perseverance and dignity to illuminate critical global issues from a perspective rarely told in mainstream media. BYkids ensures its films are available to a broad audience through international distribution including, film festivals, television broadcast, home video, school programs and the internet. www.BYkids.org.
MOZAMBIQUE FILM
Best Documentary at Manhattan Short Film Festival and DocuWest
First Place Directorial Discovery Award at Rhode Island Film Festival
Official selection at Human Rights Watch Film Fest, SilverDocs, New Orleans Film Festival and Globians Berlin
Neal Baer (Executive Producer of Law & Order: SVU) and Chris Zalla (2007 Sundance Grand Jury Prize winner) found teenager, Alcides Soares, in Maputo, Mozambique – one of the 500,000 Mozambican kids who lost both parents to AIDS. They taught him to use the Canon XHA1, sound equipment, computers and Final Cut Pro. The result is the intimate and inspiring story of a boy who attempts to redefine “family.”
“Storytelling is our basic way of communicating our dreams, hopes and fears. Yet many stories go unheard that could move us, and motivate us to take action, because the poor and disenfranchised too often do not have the technology to tell their personal tales. BYkids gives youth a voice by giving them a camera and a mentor. Through BYkids, the world will see and hear their moving stories,” says Dr. Baer.
"By giving kids from diverse backgrounds around the world tools, skills, and guidance to make documentary films, this great organization provides an outlet for sharing personal stories, which in turn brings us closer together as an international community rooted in compassion and understanding." says NYC Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg.
Maputo Largely Calm, But Some Incidents
Maputo — After two days of rioting over price rises, Maputo was mostly calm on Friday, but a few minor disturbances occurred in some outlying neighbourhoods.
AIM reporters who drove across the city reported attempts here and there to set up barricades on major roads. Thus in Maxaquene neighbourhood, on Joaquim Chissano, a group of rioters had placed a blazing tyre in the middle of the road.
In Xikeleni, home to the largest of Maputo's vast informal markets, rioters tried to set up barricades on Julius Nyerere Avenue. An item of furniture had been set ablaze there, when AIM visited the area.
But the main road from Maputo to the north, the scene of dozens of impromptu barricades on Wednesday, was calm.
A strong police presence, including units of the riot police, is evident at flashpoints in the city. The police are patrolling on foot and in vehicles, and have been removing the obstacles placed by rioters in the streets.
Via(allAfrica.com)Mozambique
Yes You Can/Kaysha
Produced, written & performed by Kaysha / All instruments by Kaysha / Intro piano & guitars by Mark G / Recorded & mixed by Kaysha @ Sushiraw labs / Beautifully remixed by DJ Snake E, P&P, AnjelCity2, Stezy & Souljah, [L]BeatMaker / Mastered by P. Martias @ PM Studio / Photography by Li*Roy / Graphic design by Kaysha / Published by Sushiraw publishing & Organiz zouk pub. / ©2010 Sushiraw
via Kaysha(Tumblr)
A REALIDADE NÃO ENGANA
Uma mãe solteira, em Cabo Verde, que ganhe 12.000$00 (140€)/mês, vive com o rendimento de 4,6€/dia. E há quem ganhe menos, muito menos! E o país, é de desenvolvimento médio! E há quem ache que o salário mínimo não é necessário! E depois não haverá de haver efeitos colaterais da miséria? Menos retórica, e mais acção!
Sunday, 29 August 2010
Aung San Suu Kyi
The Chairman of the Nobel Peace Prize Committee,Francis Sejested, called her an ‘outstanding example of the power of the powerless’.Aung San Suu Kyi has become an international symbol of heroic and peaceful resistance in the face of oppression.As a pro- democracy campaigner, Ms Kyi, represents their best and perhaps sole hope that one day will be an end to the country’s military represession
Miguel Jontel - All I Want Is You feat. J. Cole
J. Cole
I never thought I see that day that you’re my old girl
Now I’m stuck here hollering at old girl
Got one, Got two three four girls
Shotgun in the drop made her right
Hut one Hut two told them niggas take a hike
Then it’s on to the next one on to the next one
Hard to move on when you always regret one
Miguel
I wanted some time. I wondered if I was wrong
Trying to do right by you got me here
Now all I am is alone
Cause honey our closeness and that
don’t compare at all
And I bet all do is distract me but now
Deep down when I face it
Chorus : Miguel
All I want is you
All I want is you
All I want is you now
Now that you’re gone, gone, gone
Miguel
Coz being your friend is killing me softly
I hear voices
Wondering where I went wrong
It was my fault
And the wrong time I wonder so often
Regret get exhausted
Coz hon our closeness and
And that don’t compare at all
And I bet all do is distract me but now
Deep down when I face it
Chorus : Miguel
All I want is you
All I want is you now
All I want is you now
Baby now that you’re gone, gone, gone
Miguel
Coz they don’t smile or smell like you
Coz they don’t make me laugh or even cook like you
Coz they don’t photograph or even sex like you
Let face it I can’t replace
that’s why All I want is you
J Cole
I hit the club when you left me thinking that could heal
Trying to celebrate my Independence Day Will Smith
Baby gurl who I’m kidding
still sick Real sh!t
All my new bit*hes seem to get old real quick
Could it be you everything these plain bit*hes couldn’t be
Is it a sign from the Lord that I shouldn’t be
Lost in the Player way sorta get old to me
Got me on layaway, Girl you gotta a hold on me
I say I’m wrong, You say come again
Damn said I was wrong look don’t rub it in
I got a lot on my mind
Got a flock full of dimes
Like a line full of hoes, Look how they coming in
Just saying
you don’t wanna have me then somebody will
I’m playing
Weight on my chest like I body build
I’m praying
You ain’t content with trying to do your thang
Hey come back baby boomerang
That’s why
All I want is you now
All I want is you now
All I want ïs you now
Now that you’re gone, gone, gone,gone
You know that you’re gone
A Star is Born
J. Cole, the up-and-coming hip-hop star from Fayetteville, North Carolina, sees his career advance when he becomes the first artist signed to Jay-Z’s record label, Roc Nation, and prepares for the release of his first studio album in October 2010.
Lauryn Hill Brings Out Mary J. Blige, Beyoncé, Alicia Keys, & Jay-Z
The end of Lauryn Hill’s Rock The Bells set at NY’s Governors Island turned into a love fest as backstage guests Mary J Blige, Beyoncé, Alicia Keys, Swizz Beatz, Chris Rock, Jay-Z and John Legend all came out to hug it out with the enigma. Black star power. Too bad the performance was mostly panned by observers like Touré and Amanda Diva. Flicks below.
Saturday, 28 August 2010
PhotoZone by Gallows-bird, Alexey Lobur
Amei-te tanto, mas tanto
que depois de ti a minha alma fendeu-se
e incrustou-se ao meu coração
como as marcas das margens do ribeiro violento
que corre para alimentar a mãe.
Fiquei estragado para o amor,
fétido como uma couve podre à quinta-essência.
Desenraizado como pinheiro no deserto,
poupei toda a água do mundo
e todas as horas das madrugadas sem ti
até chegar onde não sei enterrar o teu nome,
o meu amor…
essa coisa funda, abissal
como a raia dos nove círculos de Dante
que enche cada recanto de mim...»
— dizia o bardo cego, sem olhos
arrancados à raiz de raivoso desejo
de não ver ninguém mais do que Ela...
Coxeia pelas bermas da vida
arrastando um caixão de rosas de inverno
com o nome dEla encriptado
pelas lágrimas inominadas que chorastes
nos meus olhos.
E tu? Nunca foste escandalizado pelo amor
que crucifica?
--- Lisboa, 26-08-2010
Virgílio Brandão
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