There you have it, our 25 most beautiful and developed cities in Africa. These are cities that are beautiful to see, wonderful to experience, and great to live in. Interestingly, the cities on this list are not only beautiful but also offer work opportunities. So, where will your next visit be? Share your thoughts in the comment box below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/p>\n","post_title":"25 Most Beautiful And Most Developed Cities In Africa","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"25-most-beautiful-and-most-developed-cities-in-africa","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-31 16:37:32","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-31 16:37:32","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=320091","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"1","filter":"raw"},{"ID":310742,"post_author":"10055","post_date":"2021-09-07 11:27:14","post_date_gmt":"2021-09-07 11:27:14","post_content":"\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_310762\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"976\"] Colonel Mamady Doumbouya is the brain behind the Guinea coup (Photo credit: BBC)<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nYet another democracy in Africa bites the dust, following the Guinea coup. On September 6, news broke online about the removal of Guinea's President, Alpha Conde, after he had amended the constitution to allow him to run for a third term. Consequently, there has been an atmosphere of tension and calmness in the West African nation. As the Guinean people navigate what the future holds for them, we bring you all the major talking points.\n There you have it, our 25 most beautiful and developed cities in Africa. These are cities that are beautiful to see, wonderful to experience, and great to live in. Interestingly, the cities on this list are not only beautiful but also offer work opportunities. So, where will your next visit be? Share your thoughts in the comment box below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n","post_title":"25 Most Beautiful And Most Developed Cities In Africa","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"25-most-beautiful-and-most-developed-cities-in-africa","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-31 16:37:32","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-31 16:37:32","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=320091","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"1","filter":"raw"},{"ID":310742,"post_author":"10055","post_date":"2021-09-07 11:27:14","post_date_gmt":"2021-09-07 11:27:14","post_content":"\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_310762\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"976\"] Colonel Mamady Doumbouya is the brain behind the Guinea coup (Photo credit: BBC)<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nYet another democracy in Africa bites the dust, following the Guinea coup. On September 6, news broke online about the removal of Guinea's President, Alpha Conde, after he had amended the constitution to allow him to run for a third term. Consequently, there has been an atmosphere of tension and calmness in the West African nation. As the Guinean people navigate what the future holds for them, we bring you all the major talking points.\n ALSO READ:\u00a0Want To Move To Ghana? Here Is All You Need To Know<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n There you have it, our 25 most beautiful and developed cities in Africa. These are cities that are beautiful to see, wonderful to experience, and great to live in. Interestingly, the cities on this list are not only beautiful but also offer work opportunities. So, where will your next visit be? Share your thoughts in the comment box below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n","post_title":"25 Most Beautiful And Most Developed Cities In Africa","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"25-most-beautiful-and-most-developed-cities-in-africa","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-31 16:37:32","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-31 16:37:32","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=320091","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"1","filter":"raw"},{"ID":310742,"post_author":"10055","post_date":"2021-09-07 11:27:14","post_date_gmt":"2021-09-07 11:27:14","post_content":"\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_310762\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"976\"] Colonel Mamady Doumbouya is the brain behind the Guinea coup (Photo credit: BBC)<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nYet another democracy in Africa bites the dust, following the Guinea coup. On September 6, news broke online about the removal of Guinea's President, Alpha Conde, after he had amended the constitution to allow him to run for a third term. Consequently, there has been an atmosphere of tension and calmness in the West African nation. As the Guinean people navigate what the future holds for them, we bring you all the major talking points.\n The city's surrounding urban area contains numerous amenities and attractions, including the International Airport, the Botanical Garden, a university, museums. It also boasts of offices belonging to tourism companies, airlines, and banks, and a cinema.<\/p>\n\n\n\n ALSO READ:\u00a0Want To Move To Ghana? Here Is All You Need To Know<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n There you have it, our 25 most beautiful and developed cities in Africa. These are cities that are beautiful to see, wonderful to experience, and great to live in. Interestingly, the cities on this list are not only beautiful but also offer work opportunities. So, where will your next visit be? Share your thoughts in the comment box below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n","post_title":"25 Most Beautiful And Most Developed Cities In Africa","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"25-most-beautiful-and-most-developed-cities-in-africa","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-31 16:37:32","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-31 16:37:32","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=320091","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"1","filter":"raw"},{"ID":310742,"post_author":"10055","post_date":"2021-09-07 11:27:14","post_date_gmt":"2021-09-07 11:27:14","post_content":"\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_310762\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"976\"] Colonel Mamady Doumbouya is the brain behind the Guinea coup (Photo credit: BBC)<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nYet another democracy in Africa bites the dust, following the Guinea coup. On September 6, news broke online about the removal of Guinea's President, Alpha Conde, after he had amended the constitution to allow him to run for a third term. Consequently, there has been an atmosphere of tension and calmness in the West African nation. As the Guinean people navigate what the future holds for them, we bring you all the major talking points.\n At its eastern edge, Victoria opens up onto the harbor and the ocean, containing the Saint Anne Marine National Park. The New Pier welcomes cruise ships, large freighters, and tankers, serving as the main trading port for the country. In terms of exports, Seychelles sells spices, vanilla, coconuts, coconut oil, soap, tuna, and cinnamon bark.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The city's surrounding urban area contains numerous amenities and attractions, including the International Airport, the Botanical Garden, a university, museums. It also boasts of offices belonging to tourism companies, airlines, and banks, and a cinema.<\/p>\n\n\n\n ALSO READ:\u00a0Want To Move To Ghana? Here Is All You Need To Know<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n There you have it, our 25 most beautiful and developed cities in Africa. These are cities that are beautiful to see, wonderful to experience, and great to live in. Interestingly, the cities on this list are not only beautiful but also offer work opportunities. So, where will your next visit be? Share your thoughts in the comment box below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n","post_title":"25 Most Beautiful And Most Developed Cities In Africa","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"25-most-beautiful-and-most-developed-cities-in-africa","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-31 16:37:32","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-31 16:37:32","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=320091","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"1","filter":"raw"},{"ID":310742,"post_author":"10055","post_date":"2021-09-07 11:27:14","post_date_gmt":"2021-09-07 11:27:14","post_content":"\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_310762\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"976\"] Colonel Mamady Doumbouya is the brain behind the Guinea coup (Photo credit: BBC)<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nYet another democracy in Africa bites the dust, following the Guinea coup. On September 6, news broke online about the removal of Guinea's President, Alpha Conde, after he had amended the constitution to allow him to run for a third term. Consequently, there has been an atmosphere of tension and calmness in the West African nation. As the Guinean people navigate what the future holds for them, we bring you all the major talking points.\n This town and capital of the Republic of Seychelles. It is the second most developed nation in Africa with a HDI of 0.796. The city is located on the northeastern coast of <\/span>Mah\u00e9 Island. Victoria is the only port of the archipelago and the only town of any size in Seychelles. As the business and cultural center for the country, the town has modern facilities, including a hospital and a teacher-training college. Victoria is connected by paved roads to major points on Mah\u00e9 Island.<\/p>\n\n\n\n At its eastern edge, Victoria opens up onto the harbor and the ocean, containing the Saint Anne Marine National Park. The New Pier welcomes cruise ships, large freighters, and tankers, serving as the main trading port for the country. In terms of exports, Seychelles sells spices, vanilla, coconuts, coconut oil, soap, tuna, and cinnamon bark.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The city's surrounding urban area contains numerous amenities and attractions, including the International Airport, the Botanical Garden, a university, museums. It also boasts of offices belonging to tourism companies, airlines, and banks, and a cinema.<\/p>\n\n\n\n ALSO READ:\u00a0Want To Move To Ghana? Here Is All You Need To Know<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n There you have it, our 25 most beautiful and developed cities in Africa. These are cities that are beautiful to see, wonderful to experience, and great to live in. Interestingly, the cities on this list are not only beautiful but also offer work opportunities. So, where will your next visit be? Share your thoughts in the comment box below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n","post_title":"25 Most Beautiful And Most Developed Cities In Africa","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"25-most-beautiful-and-most-developed-cities-in-africa","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-31 16:37:32","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-31 16:37:32","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=320091","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"1","filter":"raw"},{"ID":310742,"post_author":"10055","post_date":"2021-09-07 11:27:14","post_date_gmt":"2021-09-07 11:27:14","post_content":"\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_310762\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"976\"] Colonel Mamady Doumbouya is the brain behind the Guinea coup (Photo credit: BBC)<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nYet another democracy in Africa bites the dust, following the Guinea coup. On September 6, news broke online about the removal of Guinea's President, Alpha Conde, after he had amended the constitution to allow him to run for a third term. Consequently, there has been an atmosphere of tension and calmness in the West African nation. As the Guinean people navigate what the future holds for them, we bring you all the major talking points.\nWhat Caused the Guinea Coup?<\/h2>\nThe most recent presidential poll in Guinea in October 2020, saw widespread violence and accusations of electoral fraud. Conde won a controversial third term. However, it was possible through a new constitution in March 2020 that allowed him to sidestep the country\u2019s two-term limit. Troops loyal to the government killed dozens of people during demonstrations against a third term for Conde<\/a>. During demonstrations, security and paramilitary forces arrested hundreds more.\n
Events Leading to the Guinea Coup<\/h2>\nGuinea is a country on the West African coast with a population of 13 million people. Despite boasting a wide variety of mineral resources, Guinea remains one of the poorest countries on the planet and one of the most politically unstable too. Since the '80s, these problems have made the Guinean people scurry from one politician to another in the search for solutions.\n\n\n\nIn this search, the people fell in love with the 2010 anti-corruption agenda of Alpha Conde. Being a key opposition leader for decades, voters felt they had entrusted their votes to their messiah. Alas, that was not meant to be, as Conde's government was said to have grossly mismanaged the country's resources, making him grow unpopular.\n\nThe final straw for the mutinous soldiers was the dismissal of a senior commander in the special forces. It provoked some of the country's highly trained officers to rebel. Here is a timeline of events surrounding the Guinea Coup:\n
\n \t
State of the Nation<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_310748\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"770\"]<\/a> Guinean soldiers have taken over the seat of power. [Photo Credit: Al Jazeera]<\/em>[\/caption]While addressing the nation following the Guinea coup, Colonel Doumbouya called for calm. He said,\n\n\u201cWe are no longer going to entrust politics to one man, we are going to entrust politics to the people. Guinea is beautiful. We don\u2019t need to rape Guinea anymore, we just need to make love to her. This is not a military coup. We are here to free the people.\u201d<\/em>\n\nAlthough the Guinea coup plotters announced a curfew 'till further notice', many are celebrating within their neighborhoods. In some parts of the capital, hundreds of people applauded the soldiers. \u201cWe are proud of the special forces,\u201d said one demonstrator on the condition of anonymity, \u201cDeath to the torturers and to the murderers of our youth\u201d. There is also a noticeable absence of military patrols on the streets.\n\n\n\nAt the moment, land and air borders are closed, meaning that expats cannot enter the country. Reports emerging from Guinea also suggest that some of Alpha Conde's ministers attempted to flee the country, to no avail. State institutions like the broadcast stations, Central Bank, and the anti-corruption agencies are being heavily guarded by forces.\n
International Condemnation for the Guinea Coup Plotters<\/h2>\nOn Monday, Russia called for the immediate release of Conde. According to a statement by the foreign ministry,\n\n \u201cMoscow opposes any attempt at an unconstitutional change of leadership. We demand the release of Mr. Conde and a guarantee of his immunity. We consider it necessary to return the situation in Guinea to constitutional norms as soon as possible.\u201d<\/em>\n
Reactions to the Guinea Coup on Social Media<\/h2>\nThe Guinea coup continues to elicit reactions from several quarters. As events unfold, people give their opinions on the matter. Here are some reactions from social media.\n\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/mrodanz\/status\/1434831120206635011?s=21\n\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/sir_benjaminn\/status\/1434785220662894593?s=21\n\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/thegbcghana\/status\/1434800661384900611?s=21\n\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/dailymonitor\/status\/1434826175478706176?s=21\n\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/qataharraymond\/status\/1434812616107507715?s=21\n\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/arantzacgr\/status\/1434870159626448897?s=21\n
Will Military Governments Be the Turning Point for Africa? <\/strong><\/h2>\nOver the past two years, Africa has seen military takeovers in Chad, Sudan, Mali, and now Guinea. Although it is still too early to comment on the performance of these soldiers in office, the failure of Africa's democratic leaders is responsible for the coups. The million-dollar question then becomes, what hopes do the military governments hold for Africans? When weighed side-by-side with democracy, which is better?\n\nFirstly, no matter how benevolent the military regime is, there is no guarantee for human rights. Military juntas across Africa have poor records regarding human rights. But will Africans care? It remains to be seen, as democratic governments\u2014which are supposed to guarantee their human rights\u2014have also failed to do so. For the average African, sustainable growth and development will do, regardless of the degree of disrespect for human rights. In other words, the end justifies the means.\n\n\n\nOn the other hand, the freedom of speech and association in democratic institutions is another key reason Africans prefer democratic governments. No matter how authoritarian a democratic administration is, citizens can still use various institutions especially the legislature to fight back. On the contrary (and as seen in Guinea), a military takeover of government also leads to military control of key institutions. Thus, citizens have nothing at their disposal to fight back.\n
Democracy and Military, Which is Better?<\/h3>\nWith respect to past records, there is no clear advantage for either of the systems. Military governments have failed to deliver (albeit in the 20th century), as much as civilian governments. As more military governments are rising, the result of the competencies (or otherwise) of these soldiers will be there for all to see. Until then, Malians, Sudanese, and Guineans can only hope that, like South Korea and Burkina Faso in the past, they are getting the right breed of military dictators.\n
Conclusion<\/h2>\nUnfolding events will determine the future of the Guinean people, and whether they will look back to this period with joy or regret. While we condemn the Guinea coup like the rest of the world, we believe the African Union should not only act when the people revolt against their leaders but also when the leader is oppressing the people. What is your opinion of the Guinea coup? Was it a step in the right direction or a needless distraction? Let us know your thoughts.\n
TAKE OUR POLL<\/h2>\n[totalpoll id=\"319160\"]\n\n<\/div>","post_title":"Guinea Coup: Can The Military Solve Africa\u2019s Leadership Problems","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"guinea-coup-does-increasing-trend-of-military-takeovers-suggest-the-military-can-solve-africas-leadership-problems","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-10-04 06:25:46","post_modified_gmt":"2024-10-04 06:25:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=310742","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":1081,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2021-01-21 02:09:04","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-21 02:09:04","post_content":"\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_289165\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"1448\"] The leader de facto of Libya, Muammar al-Gaddafi. Image by Ag\u00eancia Brasil, via WikiCommons<\/a>.<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nFor decades, Libyan Leader, Muammar Gaddafi pushed for a #United States of Africa<\/a>, something all of the African Union\u2019s 53 states have said they agree in principle to although they can't seem to agree on a timeline. Estimates for how long this will take vary from nine to 35 years.\n
TAKE OUR POLL<\/h2>\n[totalpoll id=\"319083\"]\n\n<\/div>","post_title":"DISCUSSION: Was Late President Gadaffi's 'United States Of Africa' A Pipedream Or Simply A Matter Of Time?","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"discussion-is-gadaffis-united-states-of-africa-a-pipedream-or-simply-a-matter-of-time","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 21:32:50","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 21:32:50","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/africanvibes.wpengine.com\/?p=4178","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"15","filter":"raw"},{"ID":261549,"post_author":"7801","post_date":"2020-09-11 05:50:34","post_date_gmt":"2020-09-11 05:50:34","post_content":"\n\nAfrican films received rather unanticipated attention when the fantasy film Black Panther was released in January 2018. It brought together the finest African cast showing the interesting side of Africa. This Marvel Superhero film was based on an African fantasy country, Wakanda. This fictional country consists of rich African diversity, a technologically alluring community, breathtaking infrastructures, and valuable natural resources. Afterward, many were wondering, is it a real country? Well, some great minds are working to bring it to life.\n
The Location of The Wakanda One Village <\/strong><\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_261563\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1024\"] Image Source: ADDI<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe republics of Zambia and Zimbabwe were kind enough to offer the UN 132 and 2,000 hectares of land<\/a>, respectively. This construction will be the biggest project in the Southern region of Africa. This land borders the two countries around Victoria Falls. Wakanda One project aims to bring to life the fictional country, as seen in the film, but with more amenities such as learning institutions, health facilities, and better infrastructure. \n
Funding and Construction of the Wakanda One Vil<\/strong>lage Project<\/strong><\/h2>\nThe African Union will oversee the funding of this project through the African Diaspora Global Bank that is expected to raise $5 billion<\/a> to fund the project. This was announced by Dr. Arikana Chihombori-Quao, who is the African Union Ambassador to the USA. According to her<\/a>, the village would be run by the African Diaspora. This term represents a collection of communities of native sub-Saharan African descent living predominantly in America. The Wakanda One village<\/a> will consist of;\n
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Current Construction Status of the Project <\/strong><\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_261561\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1024\"] Image Source: ADDI<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nWakanda One (1) is expected to be the first phase of the whole project, which will comprise a total of five centers across the continent. The five regions are Northern Africa, Eastern Africa, Central Africa, Western Africa, and Southern Africa. As of August 2020, not much is in the mainstream regarding the construction progress of the first phase of the project. Also, comments<\/a> show that many are in the dark since the project doesn\u2019t have a social media presence apart from their website, ADDI<\/a>. \n
African Diaspora Development Institute (ADDI)<\/strong><\/h2>\nFollowing the Wakanda one village project's announcement, Dr. Arikana launched the ADDI movement<\/a>. It was to act as the meeting point of all African Diaspora passionate about going back home. The bold mission of this movement is to build a 'one-stop-shop' for Africans. Currently, donations and investments into this project are underway. A good number of Africans in the Diaspora are showing concern for the agenda. \n
The Zambia Wakanda 1 Diaspora Summit <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\nhttps:\/\/youtu.be\/xmcRAyqx1dI\n\nIn May 2020, Dr. Arikana and other Africans in the Diaspora went to Zambia for a summit to encourage African Diaspora to invest in copper mining in Zambia. The summit was organized<\/a> by the Economic Association of Zambia in collaboration with Astria Learning of the United States. The Ambassador expressed her enthusiasm<\/a>. Also, she talked about the plans that are already in place to mobilize the African Diaspora youth to lead the objectives of the development agenda. \n\nAlthough the summit's primary aim was to encourage the African Diaspora to invest in copper mining in Zambia, plans to visit the location where the Wakanda One project is to be built was included in the agenda. The summit organizers took the opportunity to sell the idea of a one-stop African organization to the attendees of the event. \n
Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
What Caused the Guinea Coup?<\/h2>\nThe most recent presidential poll in Guinea in October 2020, saw widespread violence and accusations of electoral fraud. Conde won a controversial third term. However, it was possible through a new constitution in March 2020 that allowed him to sidestep the country\u2019s two-term limit. Troops loyal to the government killed dozens of people during demonstrations against a third term for Conde<\/a>. During demonstrations, security and paramilitary forces arrested hundreds more.\n
Events Leading to the Guinea Coup<\/h2>\nGuinea is a country on the West African coast with a population of 13 million people. Despite boasting a wide variety of mineral resources, Guinea remains one of the poorest countries on the planet and one of the most politically unstable too. Since the '80s, these problems have made the Guinean people scurry from one politician to another in the search for solutions.\n\n\n\nIn this search, the people fell in love with the 2010 anti-corruption agenda of Alpha Conde. Being a key opposition leader for decades, voters felt they had entrusted their votes to their messiah. Alas, that was not meant to be, as Conde's government was said to have grossly mismanaged the country's resources, making him grow unpopular.\n\nThe final straw for the mutinous soldiers was the dismissal of a senior commander in the special forces. It provoked some of the country's highly trained officers to rebel. Here is a timeline of events surrounding the Guinea Coup:\n
\n \t
State of the Nation<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_310748\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"770\"]<\/a> Guinean soldiers have taken over the seat of power. [Photo Credit: Al Jazeera]<\/em>[\/caption]While addressing the nation following the Guinea coup, Colonel Doumbouya called for calm. He said,\n\n\u201cWe are no longer going to entrust politics to one man, we are going to entrust politics to the people. Guinea is beautiful. We don\u2019t need to rape Guinea anymore, we just need to make love to her. This is not a military coup. We are here to free the people.\u201d<\/em>\n\nAlthough the Guinea coup plotters announced a curfew 'till further notice', many are celebrating within their neighborhoods. In some parts of the capital, hundreds of people applauded the soldiers. \u201cWe are proud of the special forces,\u201d said one demonstrator on the condition of anonymity, \u201cDeath to the torturers and to the murderers of our youth\u201d. There is also a noticeable absence of military patrols on the streets.\n\n\n\nAt the moment, land and air borders are closed, meaning that expats cannot enter the country. Reports emerging from Guinea also suggest that some of Alpha Conde's ministers attempted to flee the country, to no avail. State institutions like the broadcast stations, Central Bank, and the anti-corruption agencies are being heavily guarded by forces.\n
International Condemnation for the Guinea Coup Plotters<\/h2>\nOn Monday, Russia called for the immediate release of Conde. According to a statement by the foreign ministry,\n\n \u201cMoscow opposes any attempt at an unconstitutional change of leadership. We demand the release of Mr. Conde and a guarantee of his immunity. We consider it necessary to return the situation in Guinea to constitutional norms as soon as possible.\u201d<\/em>\n
Reactions to the Guinea Coup on Social Media<\/h2>\nThe Guinea coup continues to elicit reactions from several quarters. As events unfold, people give their opinions on the matter. Here are some reactions from social media.\n\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/mrodanz\/status\/1434831120206635011?s=21\n\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/sir_benjaminn\/status\/1434785220662894593?s=21\n\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/thegbcghana\/status\/1434800661384900611?s=21\n\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/dailymonitor\/status\/1434826175478706176?s=21\n\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/qataharraymond\/status\/1434812616107507715?s=21\n\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/arantzacgr\/status\/1434870159626448897?s=21\n
Will Military Governments Be the Turning Point for Africa? <\/strong><\/h2>\nOver the past two years, Africa has seen military takeovers in Chad, Sudan, Mali, and now Guinea. Although it is still too early to comment on the performance of these soldiers in office, the failure of Africa's democratic leaders is responsible for the coups. The million-dollar question then becomes, what hopes do the military governments hold for Africans? When weighed side-by-side with democracy, which is better?\n\nFirstly, no matter how benevolent the military regime is, there is no guarantee for human rights. Military juntas across Africa have poor records regarding human rights. But will Africans care? It remains to be seen, as democratic governments\u2014which are supposed to guarantee their human rights\u2014have also failed to do so. For the average African, sustainable growth and development will do, regardless of the degree of disrespect for human rights. In other words, the end justifies the means.\n\n\n\nOn the other hand, the freedom of speech and association in democratic institutions is another key reason Africans prefer democratic governments. No matter how authoritarian a democratic administration is, citizens can still use various institutions especially the legislature to fight back. On the contrary (and as seen in Guinea), a military takeover of government also leads to military control of key institutions. Thus, citizens have nothing at their disposal to fight back.\n
Democracy and Military, Which is Better?<\/h3>\nWith respect to past records, there is no clear advantage for either of the systems. Military governments have failed to deliver (albeit in the 20th century), as much as civilian governments. As more military governments are rising, the result of the competencies (or otherwise) of these soldiers will be there for all to see. Until then, Malians, Sudanese, and Guineans can only hope that, like South Korea and Burkina Faso in the past, they are getting the right breed of military dictators.\n
Conclusion<\/h2>\nUnfolding events will determine the future of the Guinean people, and whether they will look back to this period with joy or regret. While we condemn the Guinea coup like the rest of the world, we believe the African Union should not only act when the people revolt against their leaders but also when the leader is oppressing the people. What is your opinion of the Guinea coup? Was it a step in the right direction or a needless distraction? Let us know your thoughts.\n
TAKE OUR POLL<\/h2>\n[totalpoll id=\"319160\"]\n\n<\/div>","post_title":"Guinea Coup: Can The Military Solve Africa\u2019s Leadership Problems","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"guinea-coup-does-increasing-trend-of-military-takeovers-suggest-the-military-can-solve-africas-leadership-problems","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-10-04 06:25:46","post_modified_gmt":"2024-10-04 06:25:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=310742","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":1081,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2021-01-21 02:09:04","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-21 02:09:04","post_content":"\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_289165\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"1448\"] The leader de facto of Libya, Muammar al-Gaddafi. Image by Ag\u00eancia Brasil, via WikiCommons<\/a>.<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nFor decades, Libyan Leader, Muammar Gaddafi pushed for a #United States of Africa<\/a>, something all of the African Union\u2019s 53 states have said they agree in principle to although they can't seem to agree on a timeline. Estimates for how long this will take vary from nine to 35 years.\n
TAKE OUR POLL<\/h2>\n[totalpoll id=\"319083\"]\n\n<\/div>","post_title":"DISCUSSION: Was Late President Gadaffi's 'United States Of Africa' A Pipedream Or Simply A Matter Of Time?","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"discussion-is-gadaffis-united-states-of-africa-a-pipedream-or-simply-a-matter-of-time","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 21:32:50","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 21:32:50","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/africanvibes.wpengine.com\/?p=4178","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"15","filter":"raw"},{"ID":261549,"post_author":"7801","post_date":"2020-09-11 05:50:34","post_date_gmt":"2020-09-11 05:50:34","post_content":"\n\nAfrican films received rather unanticipated attention when the fantasy film Black Panther was released in January 2018. It brought together the finest African cast showing the interesting side of Africa. This Marvel Superhero film was based on an African fantasy country, Wakanda. This fictional country consists of rich African diversity, a technologically alluring community, breathtaking infrastructures, and valuable natural resources. Afterward, many were wondering, is it a real country? Well, some great minds are working to bring it to life.\n
The Location of The Wakanda One Village <\/strong><\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_261563\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1024\"] Image Source: ADDI<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe republics of Zambia and Zimbabwe were kind enough to offer the UN 132 and 2,000 hectares of land<\/a>, respectively. This construction will be the biggest project in the Southern region of Africa. This land borders the two countries around Victoria Falls. Wakanda One project aims to bring to life the fictional country, as seen in the film, but with more amenities such as learning institutions, health facilities, and better infrastructure. \n
Funding and Construction of the Wakanda One Vil<\/strong>lage Project<\/strong><\/h2>\nThe African Union will oversee the funding of this project through the African Diaspora Global Bank that is expected to raise $5 billion<\/a> to fund the project. This was announced by Dr. Arikana Chihombori-Quao, who is the African Union Ambassador to the USA. According to her<\/a>, the village would be run by the African Diaspora. This term represents a collection of communities of native sub-Saharan African descent living predominantly in America. The Wakanda One village<\/a> will consist of;\n
\n \t
Current Construction Status of the Project <\/strong><\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_261561\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1024\"] Image Source: ADDI<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nWakanda One (1) is expected to be the first phase of the whole project, which will comprise a total of five centers across the continent. The five regions are Northern Africa, Eastern Africa, Central Africa, Western Africa, and Southern Africa. As of August 2020, not much is in the mainstream regarding the construction progress of the first phase of the project. Also, comments<\/a> show that many are in the dark since the project doesn\u2019t have a social media presence apart from their website, ADDI<\/a>. \n
African Diaspora Development Institute (ADDI)<\/strong><\/h2>\nFollowing the Wakanda one village project's announcement, Dr. Arikana launched the ADDI movement<\/a>. It was to act as the meeting point of all African Diaspora passionate about going back home. The bold mission of this movement is to build a 'one-stop-shop' for Africans. Currently, donations and investments into this project are underway. A good number of Africans in the Diaspora are showing concern for the agenda. \n
The Zambia Wakanda 1 Diaspora Summit <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\nhttps:\/\/youtu.be\/xmcRAyqx1dI\n\nIn May 2020, Dr. Arikana and other Africans in the Diaspora went to Zambia for a summit to encourage African Diaspora to invest in copper mining in Zambia. The summit was organized<\/a> by the Economic Association of Zambia in collaboration with Astria Learning of the United States. The Ambassador expressed her enthusiasm<\/a>. Also, she talked about the plans that are already in place to mobilize the African Diaspora youth to lead the objectives of the development agenda. \n\nAlthough the summit's primary aim was to encourage the African Diaspora to invest in copper mining in Zambia, plans to visit the location where the Wakanda One project is to be built was included in the agenda. The summit organizers took the opportunity to sell the idea of a one-stop African organization to the attendees of the event. \n
Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
What Caused the Guinea Coup?<\/h2>\nThe most recent presidential poll in Guinea in October 2020, saw widespread violence and accusations of electoral fraud. Conde won a controversial third term. However, it was possible through a new constitution in March 2020 that allowed him to sidestep the country\u2019s two-term limit. Troops loyal to the government killed dozens of people during demonstrations against a third term for Conde<\/a>. During demonstrations, security and paramilitary forces arrested hundreds more.\n
Events Leading to the Guinea Coup<\/h2>\nGuinea is a country on the West African coast with a population of 13 million people. Despite boasting a wide variety of mineral resources, Guinea remains one of the poorest countries on the planet and one of the most politically unstable too. Since the '80s, these problems have made the Guinean people scurry from one politician to another in the search for solutions.\n\n\n\nIn this search, the people fell in love with the 2010 anti-corruption agenda of Alpha Conde. Being a key opposition leader for decades, voters felt they had entrusted their votes to their messiah. Alas, that was not meant to be, as Conde's government was said to have grossly mismanaged the country's resources, making him grow unpopular.\n\nThe final straw for the mutinous soldiers was the dismissal of a senior commander in the special forces. It provoked some of the country's highly trained officers to rebel. Here is a timeline of events surrounding the Guinea Coup:\n
\n \t
State of the Nation<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_310748\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"770\"]<\/a> Guinean soldiers have taken over the seat of power. [Photo Credit: Al Jazeera]<\/em>[\/caption]While addressing the nation following the Guinea coup, Colonel Doumbouya called for calm. He said,\n\n\u201cWe are no longer going to entrust politics to one man, we are going to entrust politics to the people. Guinea is beautiful. We don\u2019t need to rape Guinea anymore, we just need to make love to her. This is not a military coup. We are here to free the people.\u201d<\/em>\n\nAlthough the Guinea coup plotters announced a curfew 'till further notice', many are celebrating within their neighborhoods. In some parts of the capital, hundreds of people applauded the soldiers. \u201cWe are proud of the special forces,\u201d said one demonstrator on the condition of anonymity, \u201cDeath to the torturers and to the murderers of our youth\u201d. There is also a noticeable absence of military patrols on the streets.\n\n\n\nAt the moment, land and air borders are closed, meaning that expats cannot enter the country. Reports emerging from Guinea also suggest that some of Alpha Conde's ministers attempted to flee the country, to no avail. State institutions like the broadcast stations, Central Bank, and the anti-corruption agencies are being heavily guarded by forces.\n
International Condemnation for the Guinea Coup Plotters<\/h2>\nOn Monday, Russia called for the immediate release of Conde. According to a statement by the foreign ministry,\n\n \u201cMoscow opposes any attempt at an unconstitutional change of leadership. We demand the release of Mr. Conde and a guarantee of his immunity. We consider it necessary to return the situation in Guinea to constitutional norms as soon as possible.\u201d<\/em>\n
Reactions to the Guinea Coup on Social Media<\/h2>\nThe Guinea coup continues to elicit reactions from several quarters. As events unfold, people give their opinions on the matter. Here are some reactions from social media.\n\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/mrodanz\/status\/1434831120206635011?s=21\n\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/sir_benjaminn\/status\/1434785220662894593?s=21\n\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/thegbcghana\/status\/1434800661384900611?s=21\n\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/dailymonitor\/status\/1434826175478706176?s=21\n\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/qataharraymond\/status\/1434812616107507715?s=21\n\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/arantzacgr\/status\/1434870159626448897?s=21\n
Will Military Governments Be the Turning Point for Africa? <\/strong><\/h2>\nOver the past two years, Africa has seen military takeovers in Chad, Sudan, Mali, and now Guinea. Although it is still too early to comment on the performance of these soldiers in office, the failure of Africa's democratic leaders is responsible for the coups. The million-dollar question then becomes, what hopes do the military governments hold for Africans? When weighed side-by-side with democracy, which is better?\n\nFirstly, no matter how benevolent the military regime is, there is no guarantee for human rights. Military juntas across Africa have poor records regarding human rights. But will Africans care? It remains to be seen, as democratic governments\u2014which are supposed to guarantee their human rights\u2014have also failed to do so. For the average African, sustainable growth and development will do, regardless of the degree of disrespect for human rights. In other words, the end justifies the means.\n\n\n\nOn the other hand, the freedom of speech and association in democratic institutions is another key reason Africans prefer democratic governments. No matter how authoritarian a democratic administration is, citizens can still use various institutions especially the legislature to fight back. On the contrary (and as seen in Guinea), a military takeover of government also leads to military control of key institutions. Thus, citizens have nothing at their disposal to fight back.\n
Democracy and Military, Which is Better?<\/h3>\nWith respect to past records, there is no clear advantage for either of the systems. Military governments have failed to deliver (albeit in the 20th century), as much as civilian governments. As more military governments are rising, the result of the competencies (or otherwise) of these soldiers will be there for all to see. Until then, Malians, Sudanese, and Guineans can only hope that, like South Korea and Burkina Faso in the past, they are getting the right breed of military dictators.\n
Conclusion<\/h2>\nUnfolding events will determine the future of the Guinean people, and whether they will look back to this period with joy or regret. While we condemn the Guinea coup like the rest of the world, we believe the African Union should not only act when the people revolt against their leaders but also when the leader is oppressing the people. What is your opinion of the Guinea coup? Was it a step in the right direction or a needless distraction? Let us know your thoughts.\n
TAKE OUR POLL<\/h2>\n[totalpoll id=\"319160\"]\n\n<\/div>","post_title":"Guinea Coup: Can The Military Solve Africa\u2019s Leadership Problems","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"guinea-coup-does-increasing-trend-of-military-takeovers-suggest-the-military-can-solve-africas-leadership-problems","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-10-04 06:25:46","post_modified_gmt":"2024-10-04 06:25:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=310742","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":1081,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2021-01-21 02:09:04","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-21 02:09:04","post_content":"\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_289165\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"1448\"] The leader de facto of Libya, Muammar al-Gaddafi. Image by Ag\u00eancia Brasil, via WikiCommons<\/a>.<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nFor decades, Libyan Leader, Muammar Gaddafi pushed for a #United States of Africa<\/a>, something all of the African Union\u2019s 53 states have said they agree in principle to although they can't seem to agree on a timeline. Estimates for how long this will take vary from nine to 35 years.\n
TAKE OUR POLL<\/h2>\n[totalpoll id=\"319083\"]\n\n<\/div>","post_title":"DISCUSSION: Was Late President Gadaffi's 'United States Of Africa' A Pipedream Or Simply A Matter Of Time?","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"discussion-is-gadaffis-united-states-of-africa-a-pipedream-or-simply-a-matter-of-time","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 21:32:50","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 21:32:50","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/africanvibes.wpengine.com\/?p=4178","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"15","filter":"raw"},{"ID":261549,"post_author":"7801","post_date":"2020-09-11 05:50:34","post_date_gmt":"2020-09-11 05:50:34","post_content":"\n\nAfrican films received rather unanticipated attention when the fantasy film Black Panther was released in January 2018. It brought together the finest African cast showing the interesting side of Africa. This Marvel Superhero film was based on an African fantasy country, Wakanda. This fictional country consists of rich African diversity, a technologically alluring community, breathtaking infrastructures, and valuable natural resources. Afterward, many were wondering, is it a real country? Well, some great minds are working to bring it to life.\n
The Location of The Wakanda One Village <\/strong><\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_261563\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1024\"] Image Source: ADDI<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe republics of Zambia and Zimbabwe were kind enough to offer the UN 132 and 2,000 hectares of land<\/a>, respectively. This construction will be the biggest project in the Southern region of Africa. This land borders the two countries around Victoria Falls. Wakanda One project aims to bring to life the fictional country, as seen in the film, but with more amenities such as learning institutions, health facilities, and better infrastructure. \n
Funding and Construction of the Wakanda One Vil<\/strong>lage Project<\/strong><\/h2>\nThe African Union will oversee the funding of this project through the African Diaspora Global Bank that is expected to raise $5 billion<\/a> to fund the project. This was announced by Dr. Arikana Chihombori-Quao, who is the African Union Ambassador to the USA. According to her<\/a>, the village would be run by the African Diaspora. This term represents a collection of communities of native sub-Saharan African descent living predominantly in America. The Wakanda One village<\/a> will consist of;\n
\n \t
Current Construction Status of the Project <\/strong><\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_261561\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1024\"] Image Source: ADDI<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nWakanda One (1) is expected to be the first phase of the whole project, which will comprise a total of five centers across the continent. The five regions are Northern Africa, Eastern Africa, Central Africa, Western Africa, and Southern Africa. As of August 2020, not much is in the mainstream regarding the construction progress of the first phase of the project. Also, comments<\/a> show that many are in the dark since the project doesn\u2019t have a social media presence apart from their website, ADDI<\/a>. \n
African Diaspora Development Institute (ADDI)<\/strong><\/h2>\nFollowing the Wakanda one village project's announcement, Dr. Arikana launched the ADDI movement<\/a>. It was to act as the meeting point of all African Diaspora passionate about going back home. The bold mission of this movement is to build a 'one-stop-shop' for Africans. Currently, donations and investments into this project are underway. A good number of Africans in the Diaspora are showing concern for the agenda. \n
The Zambia Wakanda 1 Diaspora Summit <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\nhttps:\/\/youtu.be\/xmcRAyqx1dI\n\nIn May 2020, Dr. Arikana and other Africans in the Diaspora went to Zambia for a summit to encourage African Diaspora to invest in copper mining in Zambia. The summit was organized<\/a> by the Economic Association of Zambia in collaboration with Astria Learning of the United States. The Ambassador expressed her enthusiasm<\/a>. Also, she talked about the plans that are already in place to mobilize the African Diaspora youth to lead the objectives of the development agenda. \n\nAlthough the summit's primary aim was to encourage the African Diaspora to invest in copper mining in Zambia, plans to visit the location where the Wakanda One project is to be built was included in the agenda. The summit organizers took the opportunity to sell the idea of a one-stop African organization to the attendees of the event. \n
Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
What Caused the Guinea Coup?<\/h2>\nThe most recent presidential poll in Guinea in October 2020, saw widespread violence and accusations of electoral fraud. Conde won a controversial third term. However, it was possible through a new constitution in March 2020 that allowed him to sidestep the country\u2019s two-term limit. Troops loyal to the government killed dozens of people during demonstrations against a third term for Conde<\/a>. During demonstrations, security and paramilitary forces arrested hundreds more.\n
Events Leading to the Guinea Coup<\/h2>\nGuinea is a country on the West African coast with a population of 13 million people. Despite boasting a wide variety of mineral resources, Guinea remains one of the poorest countries on the planet and one of the most politically unstable too. Since the '80s, these problems have made the Guinean people scurry from one politician to another in the search for solutions.\n\n\n\nIn this search, the people fell in love with the 2010 anti-corruption agenda of Alpha Conde. Being a key opposition leader for decades, voters felt they had entrusted their votes to their messiah. Alas, that was not meant to be, as Conde's government was said to have grossly mismanaged the country's resources, making him grow unpopular.\n\nThe final straw for the mutinous soldiers was the dismissal of a senior commander in the special forces. It provoked some of the country's highly trained officers to rebel. Here is a timeline of events surrounding the Guinea Coup:\n
\n \t
State of the Nation<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_310748\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"770\"]<\/a> Guinean soldiers have taken over the seat of power. [Photo Credit: Al Jazeera]<\/em>[\/caption]While addressing the nation following the Guinea coup, Colonel Doumbouya called for calm. He said,\n\n\u201cWe are no longer going to entrust politics to one man, we are going to entrust politics to the people. Guinea is beautiful. We don\u2019t need to rape Guinea anymore, we just need to make love to her. This is not a military coup. We are here to free the people.\u201d<\/em>\n\nAlthough the Guinea coup plotters announced a curfew 'till further notice', many are celebrating within their neighborhoods. In some parts of the capital, hundreds of people applauded the soldiers. \u201cWe are proud of the special forces,\u201d said one demonstrator on the condition of anonymity, \u201cDeath to the torturers and to the murderers of our youth\u201d. There is also a noticeable absence of military patrols on the streets.\n\n\n\nAt the moment, land and air borders are closed, meaning that expats cannot enter the country. Reports emerging from Guinea also suggest that some of Alpha Conde's ministers attempted to flee the country, to no avail. State institutions like the broadcast stations, Central Bank, and the anti-corruption agencies are being heavily guarded by forces.\n
International Condemnation for the Guinea Coup Plotters<\/h2>\nOn Monday, Russia called for the immediate release of Conde. According to a statement by the foreign ministry,\n\n \u201cMoscow opposes any attempt at an unconstitutional change of leadership. We demand the release of Mr. Conde and a guarantee of his immunity. We consider it necessary to return the situation in Guinea to constitutional norms as soon as possible.\u201d<\/em>\n
Reactions to the Guinea Coup on Social Media<\/h2>\nThe Guinea coup continues to elicit reactions from several quarters. As events unfold, people give their opinions on the matter. Here are some reactions from social media.\n\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/mrodanz\/status\/1434831120206635011?s=21\n\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/sir_benjaminn\/status\/1434785220662894593?s=21\n\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/thegbcghana\/status\/1434800661384900611?s=21\n\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/dailymonitor\/status\/1434826175478706176?s=21\n\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/qataharraymond\/status\/1434812616107507715?s=21\n\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/arantzacgr\/status\/1434870159626448897?s=21\n
Will Military Governments Be the Turning Point for Africa? <\/strong><\/h2>\nOver the past two years, Africa has seen military takeovers in Chad, Sudan, Mali, and now Guinea. Although it is still too early to comment on the performance of these soldiers in office, the failure of Africa's democratic leaders is responsible for the coups. The million-dollar question then becomes, what hopes do the military governments hold for Africans? When weighed side-by-side with democracy, which is better?\n\nFirstly, no matter how benevolent the military regime is, there is no guarantee for human rights. Military juntas across Africa have poor records regarding human rights. But will Africans care? It remains to be seen, as democratic governments\u2014which are supposed to guarantee their human rights\u2014have also failed to do so. For the average African, sustainable growth and development will do, regardless of the degree of disrespect for human rights. In other words, the end justifies the means.\n\n\n\nOn the other hand, the freedom of speech and association in democratic institutions is another key reason Africans prefer democratic governments. No matter how authoritarian a democratic administration is, citizens can still use various institutions especially the legislature to fight back. On the contrary (and as seen in Guinea), a military takeover of government also leads to military control of key institutions. Thus, citizens have nothing at their disposal to fight back.\n
Democracy and Military, Which is Better?<\/h3>\nWith respect to past records, there is no clear advantage for either of the systems. Military governments have failed to deliver (albeit in the 20th century), as much as civilian governments. As more military governments are rising, the result of the competencies (or otherwise) of these soldiers will be there for all to see. Until then, Malians, Sudanese, and Guineans can only hope that, like South Korea and Burkina Faso in the past, they are getting the right breed of military dictators.\n
Conclusion<\/h2>\nUnfolding events will determine the future of the Guinean people, and whether they will look back to this period with joy or regret. While we condemn the Guinea coup like the rest of the world, we believe the African Union should not only act when the people revolt against their leaders but also when the leader is oppressing the people. What is your opinion of the Guinea coup? Was it a step in the right direction or a needless distraction? Let us know your thoughts.\n
TAKE OUR POLL<\/h2>\n[totalpoll id=\"319160\"]\n\n<\/div>","post_title":"Guinea Coup: Can The Military Solve Africa\u2019s Leadership Problems","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"guinea-coup-does-increasing-trend-of-military-takeovers-suggest-the-military-can-solve-africas-leadership-problems","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-10-04 06:25:46","post_modified_gmt":"2024-10-04 06:25:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=310742","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":1081,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2021-01-21 02:09:04","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-21 02:09:04","post_content":"\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_289165\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"1448\"] The leader de facto of Libya, Muammar al-Gaddafi. Image by Ag\u00eancia Brasil, via WikiCommons<\/a>.<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nFor decades, Libyan Leader, Muammar Gaddafi pushed for a #United States of Africa<\/a>, something all of the African Union\u2019s 53 states have said they agree in principle to although they can't seem to agree on a timeline. Estimates for how long this will take vary from nine to 35 years.\n
TAKE OUR POLL<\/h2>\n[totalpoll id=\"319083\"]\n\n<\/div>","post_title":"DISCUSSION: Was Late President Gadaffi's 'United States Of Africa' A Pipedream Or Simply A Matter Of Time?","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"discussion-is-gadaffis-united-states-of-africa-a-pipedream-or-simply-a-matter-of-time","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 21:32:50","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 21:32:50","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/africanvibes.wpengine.com\/?p=4178","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"15","filter":"raw"},{"ID":261549,"post_author":"7801","post_date":"2020-09-11 05:50:34","post_date_gmt":"2020-09-11 05:50:34","post_content":"\n\nAfrican films received rather unanticipated attention when the fantasy film Black Panther was released in January 2018. It brought together the finest African cast showing the interesting side of Africa. This Marvel Superhero film was based on an African fantasy country, Wakanda. This fictional country consists of rich African diversity, a technologically alluring community, breathtaking infrastructures, and valuable natural resources. Afterward, many were wondering, is it a real country? Well, some great minds are working to bring it to life.\n
The Location of The Wakanda One Village <\/strong><\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_261563\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1024\"] Image Source: ADDI<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe republics of Zambia and Zimbabwe were kind enough to offer the UN 132 and 2,000 hectares of land<\/a>, respectively. This construction will be the biggest project in the Southern region of Africa. This land borders the two countries around Victoria Falls. Wakanda One project aims to bring to life the fictional country, as seen in the film, but with more amenities such as learning institutions, health facilities, and better infrastructure. \n
Funding and Construction of the Wakanda One Vil<\/strong>lage Project<\/strong><\/h2>\nThe African Union will oversee the funding of this project through the African Diaspora Global Bank that is expected to raise $5 billion<\/a> to fund the project. This was announced by Dr. Arikana Chihombori-Quao, who is the African Union Ambassador to the USA. According to her<\/a>, the village would be run by the African Diaspora. This term represents a collection of communities of native sub-Saharan African descent living predominantly in America. The Wakanda One village<\/a> will consist of;\n
\n \t
Current Construction Status of the Project <\/strong><\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_261561\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1024\"] Image Source: ADDI<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nWakanda One (1) is expected to be the first phase of the whole project, which will comprise a total of five centers across the continent. The five regions are Northern Africa, Eastern Africa, Central Africa, Western Africa, and Southern Africa. As of August 2020, not much is in the mainstream regarding the construction progress of the first phase of the project. Also, comments<\/a> show that many are in the dark since the project doesn\u2019t have a social media presence apart from their website, ADDI<\/a>. \n
African Diaspora Development Institute (ADDI)<\/strong><\/h2>\nFollowing the Wakanda one village project's announcement, Dr. Arikana launched the ADDI movement<\/a>. It was to act as the meeting point of all African Diaspora passionate about going back home. The bold mission of this movement is to build a 'one-stop-shop' for Africans. Currently, donations and investments into this project are underway. A good number of Africans in the Diaspora are showing concern for the agenda. \n
The Zambia Wakanda 1 Diaspora Summit <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\nhttps:\/\/youtu.be\/xmcRAyqx1dI\n\nIn May 2020, Dr. Arikana and other Africans in the Diaspora went to Zambia for a summit to encourage African Diaspora to invest in copper mining in Zambia. The summit was organized<\/a> by the Economic Association of Zambia in collaboration with Astria Learning of the United States. The Ambassador expressed her enthusiasm<\/a>. Also, she talked about the plans that are already in place to mobilize the African Diaspora youth to lead the objectives of the development agenda. \n\nAlthough the summit's primary aim was to encourage the African Diaspora to invest in copper mining in Zambia, plans to visit the location where the Wakanda One project is to be built was included in the agenda. The summit organizers took the opportunity to sell the idea of a one-stop African organization to the attendees of the event. \n
Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
What Caused the Guinea Coup?<\/h2>\nThe most recent presidential poll in Guinea in October 2020, saw widespread violence and accusations of electoral fraud. Conde won a controversial third term. However, it was possible through a new constitution in March 2020 that allowed him to sidestep the country\u2019s two-term limit. Troops loyal to the government killed dozens of people during demonstrations against a third term for Conde<\/a>. During demonstrations, security and paramilitary forces arrested hundreds more.\n
Events Leading to the Guinea Coup<\/h2>\nGuinea is a country on the West African coast with a population of 13 million people. Despite boasting a wide variety of mineral resources, Guinea remains one of the poorest countries on the planet and one of the most politically unstable too. Since the '80s, these problems have made the Guinean people scurry from one politician to another in the search for solutions.\n\n\n\nIn this search, the people fell in love with the 2010 anti-corruption agenda of Alpha Conde. Being a key opposition leader for decades, voters felt they had entrusted their votes to their messiah. Alas, that was not meant to be, as Conde's government was said to have grossly mismanaged the country's resources, making him grow unpopular.\n\nThe final straw for the mutinous soldiers was the dismissal of a senior commander in the special forces. It provoked some of the country's highly trained officers to rebel. Here is a timeline of events surrounding the Guinea Coup:\n
\n \t
State of the Nation<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_310748\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"770\"]<\/a> Guinean soldiers have taken over the seat of power. [Photo Credit: Al Jazeera]<\/em>[\/caption]While addressing the nation following the Guinea coup, Colonel Doumbouya called for calm. He said,\n\n\u201cWe are no longer going to entrust politics to one man, we are going to entrust politics to the people. Guinea is beautiful. We don\u2019t need to rape Guinea anymore, we just need to make love to her. This is not a military coup. We are here to free the people.\u201d<\/em>\n\nAlthough the Guinea coup plotters announced a curfew 'till further notice', many are celebrating within their neighborhoods. In some parts of the capital, hundreds of people applauded the soldiers. \u201cWe are proud of the special forces,\u201d said one demonstrator on the condition of anonymity, \u201cDeath to the torturers and to the murderers of our youth\u201d. There is also a noticeable absence of military patrols on the streets.\n\n\n\nAt the moment, land and air borders are closed, meaning that expats cannot enter the country. Reports emerging from Guinea also suggest that some of Alpha Conde's ministers attempted to flee the country, to no avail. State institutions like the broadcast stations, Central Bank, and the anti-corruption agencies are being heavily guarded by forces.\n
International Condemnation for the Guinea Coup Plotters<\/h2>\nOn Monday, Russia called for the immediate release of Conde. According to a statement by the foreign ministry,\n\n \u201cMoscow opposes any attempt at an unconstitutional change of leadership. We demand the release of Mr. Conde and a guarantee of his immunity. We consider it necessary to return the situation in Guinea to constitutional norms as soon as possible.\u201d<\/em>\n
Reactions to the Guinea Coup on Social Media<\/h2>\nThe Guinea coup continues to elicit reactions from several quarters. As events unfold, people give their opinions on the matter. Here are some reactions from social media.\n\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/mrodanz\/status\/1434831120206635011?s=21\n\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/sir_benjaminn\/status\/1434785220662894593?s=21\n\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/thegbcghana\/status\/1434800661384900611?s=21\n\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/dailymonitor\/status\/1434826175478706176?s=21\n\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/qataharraymond\/status\/1434812616107507715?s=21\n\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/arantzacgr\/status\/1434870159626448897?s=21\n
Will Military Governments Be the Turning Point for Africa? <\/strong><\/h2>\nOver the past two years, Africa has seen military takeovers in Chad, Sudan, Mali, and now Guinea. Although it is still too early to comment on the performance of these soldiers in office, the failure of Africa's democratic leaders is responsible for the coups. The million-dollar question then becomes, what hopes do the military governments hold for Africans? When weighed side-by-side with democracy, which is better?\n\nFirstly, no matter how benevolent the military regime is, there is no guarantee for human rights. Military juntas across Africa have poor records regarding human rights. But will Africans care? It remains to be seen, as democratic governments\u2014which are supposed to guarantee their human rights\u2014have also failed to do so. For the average African, sustainable growth and development will do, regardless of the degree of disrespect for human rights. In other words, the end justifies the means.\n\n\n\nOn the other hand, the freedom of speech and association in democratic institutions is another key reason Africans prefer democratic governments. No matter how authoritarian a democratic administration is, citizens can still use various institutions especially the legislature to fight back. On the contrary (and as seen in Guinea), a military takeover of government also leads to military control of key institutions. Thus, citizens have nothing at their disposal to fight back.\n
Democracy and Military, Which is Better?<\/h3>\nWith respect to past records, there is no clear advantage for either of the systems. Military governments have failed to deliver (albeit in the 20th century), as much as civilian governments. As more military governments are rising, the result of the competencies (or otherwise) of these soldiers will be there for all to see. Until then, Malians, Sudanese, and Guineans can only hope that, like South Korea and Burkina Faso in the past, they are getting the right breed of military dictators.\n
Conclusion<\/h2>\nUnfolding events will determine the future of the Guinean people, and whether they will look back to this period with joy or regret. While we condemn the Guinea coup like the rest of the world, we believe the African Union should not only act when the people revolt against their leaders but also when the leader is oppressing the people. What is your opinion of the Guinea coup? Was it a step in the right direction or a needless distraction? Let us know your thoughts.\n
TAKE OUR POLL<\/h2>\n[totalpoll id=\"319160\"]\n\n<\/div>","post_title":"Guinea Coup: Can The Military Solve Africa\u2019s Leadership Problems","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"guinea-coup-does-increasing-trend-of-military-takeovers-suggest-the-military-can-solve-africas-leadership-problems","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-10-04 06:25:46","post_modified_gmt":"2024-10-04 06:25:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=310742","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":1081,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2021-01-21 02:09:04","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-21 02:09:04","post_content":"\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_289165\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"1448\"] The leader de facto of Libya, Muammar al-Gaddafi. Image by Ag\u00eancia Brasil, via WikiCommons<\/a>.<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nFor decades, Libyan Leader, Muammar Gaddafi pushed for a #United States of Africa<\/a>, something all of the African Union\u2019s 53 states have said they agree in principle to although they can't seem to agree on a timeline. Estimates for how long this will take vary from nine to 35 years.\n
TAKE OUR POLL<\/h2>\n[totalpoll id=\"319083\"]\n\n<\/div>","post_title":"DISCUSSION: Was Late President Gadaffi's 'United States Of Africa' A Pipedream Or Simply A Matter Of Time?","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"discussion-is-gadaffis-united-states-of-africa-a-pipedream-or-simply-a-matter-of-time","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 21:32:50","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 21:32:50","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/africanvibes.wpengine.com\/?p=4178","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"15","filter":"raw"},{"ID":261549,"post_author":"7801","post_date":"2020-09-11 05:50:34","post_date_gmt":"2020-09-11 05:50:34","post_content":"\n\nAfrican films received rather unanticipated attention when the fantasy film Black Panther was released in January 2018. It brought together the finest African cast showing the interesting side of Africa. This Marvel Superhero film was based on an African fantasy country, Wakanda. This fictional country consists of rich African diversity, a technologically alluring community, breathtaking infrastructures, and valuable natural resources. Afterward, many were wondering, is it a real country? Well, some great minds are working to bring it to life.\n
The Location of The Wakanda One Village <\/strong><\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_261563\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1024\"] Image Source: ADDI<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe republics of Zambia and Zimbabwe were kind enough to offer the UN 132 and 2,000 hectares of land<\/a>, respectively. This construction will be the biggest project in the Southern region of Africa. This land borders the two countries around Victoria Falls. Wakanda One project aims to bring to life the fictional country, as seen in the film, but with more amenities such as learning institutions, health facilities, and better infrastructure. \n
Funding and Construction of the Wakanda One Vil<\/strong>lage Project<\/strong><\/h2>\nThe African Union will oversee the funding of this project through the African Diaspora Global Bank that is expected to raise $5 billion<\/a> to fund the project. This was announced by Dr. Arikana Chihombori-Quao, who is the African Union Ambassador to the USA. According to her<\/a>, the village would be run by the African Diaspora. This term represents a collection of communities of native sub-Saharan African descent living predominantly in America. The Wakanda One village<\/a> will consist of;\n
\n \t
Current Construction Status of the Project <\/strong><\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_261561\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1024\"] Image Source: ADDI<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nWakanda One (1) is expected to be the first phase of the whole project, which will comprise a total of five centers across the continent. The five regions are Northern Africa, Eastern Africa, Central Africa, Western Africa, and Southern Africa. As of August 2020, not much is in the mainstream regarding the construction progress of the first phase of the project. Also, comments<\/a> show that many are in the dark since the project doesn\u2019t have a social media presence apart from their website, ADDI<\/a>. \n
African Diaspora Development Institute (ADDI)<\/strong><\/h2>\nFollowing the Wakanda one village project's announcement, Dr. Arikana launched the ADDI movement<\/a>. It was to act as the meeting point of all African Diaspora passionate about going back home. The bold mission of this movement is to build a 'one-stop-shop' for Africans. Currently, donations and investments into this project are underway. A good number of Africans in the Diaspora are showing concern for the agenda. \n
The Zambia Wakanda 1 Diaspora Summit <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\nhttps:\/\/youtu.be\/xmcRAyqx1dI\n\nIn May 2020, Dr. Arikana and other Africans in the Diaspora went to Zambia for a summit to encourage African Diaspora to invest in copper mining in Zambia. The summit was organized<\/a> by the Economic Association of Zambia in collaboration with Astria Learning of the United States. The Ambassador expressed her enthusiasm<\/a>. Also, she talked about the plans that are already in place to mobilize the African Diaspora youth to lead the objectives of the development agenda. \n\nAlthough the summit's primary aim was to encourage the African Diaspora to invest in copper mining in Zambia, plans to visit the location where the Wakanda One project is to be built was included in the agenda. The summit organizers took the opportunity to sell the idea of a one-stop African organization to the attendees of the event. \n
Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
What Caused the Guinea Coup?<\/h2>\nThe most recent presidential poll in Guinea in October 2020, saw widespread violence and accusations of electoral fraud. Conde won a controversial third term. However, it was possible through a new constitution in March 2020 that allowed him to sidestep the country\u2019s two-term limit. Troops loyal to the government killed dozens of people during demonstrations against a third term for Conde<\/a>. During demonstrations, security and paramilitary forces arrested hundreds more.\n
Events Leading to the Guinea Coup<\/h2>\nGuinea is a country on the West African coast with a population of 13 million people. Despite boasting a wide variety of mineral resources, Guinea remains one of the poorest countries on the planet and one of the most politically unstable too. Since the '80s, these problems have made the Guinean people scurry from one politician to another in the search for solutions.\n\n\n\nIn this search, the people fell in love with the 2010 anti-corruption agenda of Alpha Conde. Being a key opposition leader for decades, voters felt they had entrusted their votes to their messiah. Alas, that was not meant to be, as Conde's government was said to have grossly mismanaged the country's resources, making him grow unpopular.\n\nThe final straw for the mutinous soldiers was the dismissal of a senior commander in the special forces. It provoked some of the country's highly trained officers to rebel. Here is a timeline of events surrounding the Guinea Coup:\n
\n \t
State of the Nation<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_310748\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"770\"]<\/a> Guinean soldiers have taken over the seat of power. [Photo Credit: Al Jazeera]<\/em>[\/caption]While addressing the nation following the Guinea coup, Colonel Doumbouya called for calm. He said,\n\n\u201cWe are no longer going to entrust politics to one man, we are going to entrust politics to the people. Guinea is beautiful. We don\u2019t need to rape Guinea anymore, we just need to make love to her. This is not a military coup. We are here to free the people.\u201d<\/em>\n\nAlthough the Guinea coup plotters announced a curfew 'till further notice', many are celebrating within their neighborhoods. In some parts of the capital, hundreds of people applauded the soldiers. \u201cWe are proud of the special forces,\u201d said one demonstrator on the condition of anonymity, \u201cDeath to the torturers and to the murderers of our youth\u201d. There is also a noticeable absence of military patrols on the streets.\n\n\n\nAt the moment, land and air borders are closed, meaning that expats cannot enter the country. Reports emerging from Guinea also suggest that some of Alpha Conde's ministers attempted to flee the country, to no avail. State institutions like the broadcast stations, Central Bank, and the anti-corruption agencies are being heavily guarded by forces.\n
International Condemnation for the Guinea Coup Plotters<\/h2>\nOn Monday, Russia called for the immediate release of Conde. According to a statement by the foreign ministry,\n\n \u201cMoscow opposes any attempt at an unconstitutional change of leadership. We demand the release of Mr. Conde and a guarantee of his immunity. We consider it necessary to return the situation in Guinea to constitutional norms as soon as possible.\u201d<\/em>\n
Reactions to the Guinea Coup on Social Media<\/h2>\nThe Guinea coup continues to elicit reactions from several quarters. As events unfold, people give their opinions on the matter. Here are some reactions from social media.\n\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/mrodanz\/status\/1434831120206635011?s=21\n\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/sir_benjaminn\/status\/1434785220662894593?s=21\n\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/thegbcghana\/status\/1434800661384900611?s=21\n\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/dailymonitor\/status\/1434826175478706176?s=21\n\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/qataharraymond\/status\/1434812616107507715?s=21\n\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/arantzacgr\/status\/1434870159626448897?s=21\n
Will Military Governments Be the Turning Point for Africa? <\/strong><\/h2>\nOver the past two years, Africa has seen military takeovers in Chad, Sudan, Mali, and now Guinea. Although it is still too early to comment on the performance of these soldiers in office, the failure of Africa's democratic leaders is responsible for the coups. The million-dollar question then becomes, what hopes do the military governments hold for Africans? When weighed side-by-side with democracy, which is better?\n\nFirstly, no matter how benevolent the military regime is, there is no guarantee for human rights. Military juntas across Africa have poor records regarding human rights. But will Africans care? It remains to be seen, as democratic governments\u2014which are supposed to guarantee their human rights\u2014have also failed to do so. For the average African, sustainable growth and development will do, regardless of the degree of disrespect for human rights. In other words, the end justifies the means.\n\n\n\nOn the other hand, the freedom of speech and association in democratic institutions is another key reason Africans prefer democratic governments. No matter how authoritarian a democratic administration is, citizens can still use various institutions especially the legislature to fight back. On the contrary (and as seen in Guinea), a military takeover of government also leads to military control of key institutions. Thus, citizens have nothing at their disposal to fight back.\n
Democracy and Military, Which is Better?<\/h3>\nWith respect to past records, there is no clear advantage for either of the systems. Military governments have failed to deliver (albeit in the 20th century), as much as civilian governments. As more military governments are rising, the result of the competencies (or otherwise) of these soldiers will be there for all to see. Until then, Malians, Sudanese, and Guineans can only hope that, like South Korea and Burkina Faso in the past, they are getting the right breed of military dictators.\n
Conclusion<\/h2>\nUnfolding events will determine the future of the Guinean people, and whether they will look back to this period with joy or regret. While we condemn the Guinea coup like the rest of the world, we believe the African Union should not only act when the people revolt against their leaders but also when the leader is oppressing the people. What is your opinion of the Guinea coup? Was it a step in the right direction or a needless distraction? Let us know your thoughts.\n
TAKE OUR POLL<\/h2>\n[totalpoll id=\"319160\"]\n\n<\/div>","post_title":"Guinea Coup: Can The Military Solve Africa\u2019s Leadership Problems","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"guinea-coup-does-increasing-trend-of-military-takeovers-suggest-the-military-can-solve-africas-leadership-problems","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-10-04 06:25:46","post_modified_gmt":"2024-10-04 06:25:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=310742","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":1081,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2021-01-21 02:09:04","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-21 02:09:04","post_content":"\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_289165\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"1448\"] The leader de facto of Libya, Muammar al-Gaddafi. Image by Ag\u00eancia Brasil, via WikiCommons<\/a>.<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nFor decades, Libyan Leader, Muammar Gaddafi pushed for a #United States of Africa<\/a>, something all of the African Union\u2019s 53 states have said they agree in principle to although they can't seem to agree on a timeline. Estimates for how long this will take vary from nine to 35 years.\n
TAKE OUR POLL<\/h2>\n[totalpoll id=\"319083\"]\n\n<\/div>","post_title":"DISCUSSION: Was Late President Gadaffi's 'United States Of Africa' A Pipedream Or Simply A Matter Of Time?","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"discussion-is-gadaffis-united-states-of-africa-a-pipedream-or-simply-a-matter-of-time","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 21:32:50","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 21:32:50","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/africanvibes.wpengine.com\/?p=4178","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"15","filter":"raw"},{"ID":261549,"post_author":"7801","post_date":"2020-09-11 05:50:34","post_date_gmt":"2020-09-11 05:50:34","post_content":"\n\nAfrican films received rather unanticipated attention when the fantasy film Black Panther was released in January 2018. It brought together the finest African cast showing the interesting side of Africa. This Marvel Superhero film was based on an African fantasy country, Wakanda. This fictional country consists of rich African diversity, a technologically alluring community, breathtaking infrastructures, and valuable natural resources. Afterward, many were wondering, is it a real country? Well, some great minds are working to bring it to life.\n
The Location of The Wakanda One Village <\/strong><\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_261563\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1024\"] Image Source: ADDI<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe republics of Zambia and Zimbabwe were kind enough to offer the UN 132 and 2,000 hectares of land<\/a>, respectively. This construction will be the biggest project in the Southern region of Africa. This land borders the two countries around Victoria Falls. Wakanda One project aims to bring to life the fictional country, as seen in the film, but with more amenities such as learning institutions, health facilities, and better infrastructure. \n
Funding and Construction of the Wakanda One Vil<\/strong>lage Project<\/strong><\/h2>\nThe African Union will oversee the funding of this project through the African Diaspora Global Bank that is expected to raise $5 billion<\/a> to fund the project. This was announced by Dr. Arikana Chihombori-Quao, who is the African Union Ambassador to the USA. According to her<\/a>, the village would be run by the African Diaspora. This term represents a collection of communities of native sub-Saharan African descent living predominantly in America. The Wakanda One village<\/a> will consist of;\n
\n \t
Current Construction Status of the Project <\/strong><\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_261561\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1024\"] Image Source: ADDI<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nWakanda One (1) is expected to be the first phase of the whole project, which will comprise a total of five centers across the continent. The five regions are Northern Africa, Eastern Africa, Central Africa, Western Africa, and Southern Africa. As of August 2020, not much is in the mainstream regarding the construction progress of the first phase of the project. Also,