People of Africa

Africa’s New Dawn:

Youthful Leaders and the Quest for Sovereignty

There is a palpable sense of anticipation in the air, a whisper of change that heralds the arrival of a new era for Africa. With the emergence of young leaders like Ibrahim Traore and Bassirou Diomaye Faye, the continent stands on the cusp of transformation. Yet, amidst the hopeful anticipation, questions linger like shadows in the African sun. Is it finally time for Africa to chart its own course, free from the specter of colonial interference that still looms large?

Or does the legacy of the 1884 Berlin Conference continue to cast a long shadow, wielding its influence over the fate of the continent?

Ibrahim Traore & Bassirou Diomaye Faye,

As the youngest presidents Africa has today, you bear the weight of our continent’s future on your shoulders. You witness firsthand the legacy of our old and corrupt leaders, the scars they have left on our beloved land. But amidst the challenges, remember why you hold the highest office in your respective countries because Africa needs leaders like you. Your voices, youthful and impassioned, echo the frustrations of a generation tired of seeing Africa exploited under the guise of aid. It’s time to challenge the status quo. Stand boldly before the African Union in Ethiopia and demand transparency. It’s time to reopen the files, to revisit the ideals of the Casablanca Group, and to forge a united Africa. Africa needs to stand as one, united in purpose and vision. We must break free from the shackles of neocolonialism, reclaiming our sovereignty and dignity. Let us no longer allow our resources to be siphoned off by former colonizers. Instead, let us celebrate our music, our art,

our sport, and let us showcase the richness of our culture to the world. For too long, Africa has been viewed as a playground for external interests a continent to be exploited and discarded at will. But the truth is far different. Africa is rich in resources, both natural and human. From the vast mineral wealth of the Congo Basin to the creativity and ingenuity of our people, Africa possesses everything it needs to thrive. Yet, despite this abundance, Africa remains mired in poverty and underdevelopment. Why?

Because our resources are not used for the benefit of our own people. Instead, they are plundered and pillaged by foreign powers, leaving Africa impoverished and beholden to others. But it doesn’t have to be this way. We have the power to change our destiny, to reclaim what is rightfully ours, and build a future where Africa’s children can thrive. This starts with us, the leaders of today, standing up and demanding accountability from those who came before us. Let us remind the old guard that Africa is for Africans. It is our land, our heritage, and our future.

Challenging Colonial Legacies, EmbracingUnity,andReclaimingAfrica’sDestiny

We cannot allow outsiders to dictate our destiny or exploit our resources for their own gain. It’s time to take back control and ensure that Africa’s wealth benefits Africa’s people. As you lead and demand for the Western powers to respect Senegal and Burkina Faso, let us remind African leaders to ask for the same. It’s time for Africa to have a permanent seat on the United Nations, or perhaps it’s time for Africa to leave the UN altogether.

Africa with one voice and one vote can no longer be ignored. They will only listen to us if Africa stands as one. If we stand together, Africa can weather any storm. Let us remember that the borders drawn in 1884 were not meant to better Africa but to weaken it. Africa with one voice can conquer all. It’s time to go back to Casablanca and rewrite the history that was first envisioned in 1961.