1. BRICS-plus as you rightly discussed is not per se going to be a significant help for Africans because we are still Neocolonised. If however, Africans were to restore our Sovereignties, then yes, BRICS-plus would become useful.
In Nigeria indigenous Ethnic Sovereignty is hijacked by the imposed Fraud called 1999 Constitution. In other countries the Tool that hijacks Sovereignty would include the Colonial Pact. There is one or more such a Tool in Africa to make sure that Independence from the West was just another fraudulent act.
2. BRICS-plus has a powerful effect in that it chips off a chunk of the oppressor’s power. Let’s not forget that Africa has been pillaged by the West for 7 or more centuries. A tree that old would have to be brought down bit by bit. BRICS-plus is a sign, it is the writing on the wall for the oppressor that his global structures have an expiry date.
We are in an era where Indigenous peoples are becoming more hopeful. Native Americans are moving for Land Back. There are also Indigenous peoples of Australia seeking their God-given rights. Although we can't link these to BRICS-plus, I think it helps oppressed peoples sense a good change is in the air.
To conclude, many agree with your write-up that Africa needs another type of Association but not AU. We need an Association that is only for Black nations so without Arabs (they have their own), and that could include the Caribbean and Black America Nation, Afro-Canada Nation plus Afro-Hispanic Nation if they want to be in it.
But first things first: restoration in Core Africa (aka Sub-saharan Africa) of our God-given Sovereignty and Self-Determination.
I'm in full agreement that BRICS isn't the way out for Africa. However, I am not against the Idea of partnership with BRICS as it opens a platform for trade away from the dollar which has been a long-term trap. We can't afford to be roving from trap to trap looking for what isn't missing. Sadly, until we sort out the chronic disunity in Africa, we may never rise to create our own organic alternative
On point. Sounds like a good middle of the road? I agree, we need to stop looking for what isn’t missing, so Africa can get take control of its own steering wheel on the road to development
This is another powerful reminder (and a timely one at that) on the need to strategically forge our paths rather that always BEG to join or FOLLOW others. We can't continue this way.
1. BRICS-plus as you rightly discussed is not per se going to be a significant help for Africans because we are still Neocolonised. If however, Africans were to restore our Sovereignties, then yes, BRICS-plus would become useful.
In Nigeria indigenous Ethnic Sovereignty is hijacked by the imposed Fraud called 1999 Constitution. In other countries the Tool that hijacks Sovereignty would include the Colonial Pact. There is one or more such a Tool in Africa to make sure that Independence from the West was just another fraudulent act.
2. BRICS-plus has a powerful effect in that it chips off a chunk of the oppressor’s power. Let’s not forget that Africa has been pillaged by the West for 7 or more centuries. A tree that old would have to be brought down bit by bit. BRICS-plus is a sign, it is the writing on the wall for the oppressor that his global structures have an expiry date.
We are in an era where Indigenous peoples are becoming more hopeful. Native Americans are moving for Land Back. There are also Indigenous peoples of Australia seeking their God-given rights. Although we can't link these to BRICS-plus, I think it helps oppressed peoples sense a good change is in the air.
To conclude, many agree with your write-up that Africa needs another type of Association but not AU. We need an Association that is only for Black nations so without Arabs (they have their own), and that could include the Caribbean and Black America Nation, Afro-Canada Nation plus Afro-Hispanic Nation if they want to be in it.
But first things first: restoration in Core Africa (aka Sub-saharan Africa) of our God-given Sovereignty and Self-Determination.
thanks for your insight!
change is in the air
now it must be tethered to ideology and enlightened self interest
Multilateral discussions and negotiations are best in this polarized world of today. Nigeria can lead for peace, justice, solidarity and progress.
Agree.
What needs to change is the terms of “discussion”
Famous Baldwinian quote: “We can disagree and still love each other,
unless your disagreement is rooted in my oppression and denial of my humanity
and right to exist”
For people permanently denied an equal seat, negotiation is not an option.
I'm in full agreement that BRICS isn't the way out for Africa. However, I am not against the Idea of partnership with BRICS as it opens a platform for trade away from the dollar which has been a long-term trap. We can't afford to be roving from trap to trap looking for what isn't missing. Sadly, until we sort out the chronic disunity in Africa, we may never rise to create our own organic alternative
On point. Sounds like a good middle of the road? I agree, we need to stop looking for what isn’t missing, so Africa can get take control of its own steering wheel on the road to development
This is another powerful reminder (and a timely one at that) on the need to strategically forge our paths rather that always BEG to join or FOLLOW others. We can't continue this way.
You’re absolutely correct!