AFRICAN BLOOD & SWEAT BUILT THE WEST

The West often claims it is more developed because its people work harder and are more ingenious. However, we know European colonisation stole wealth from our continent. Europeans used our resources to build 'civilised' countries in Europe and the Americas, elevating the standard of living for a portion of the global population.

And this clip featuring our ancestor, South African freedom fighter Winnie Madikizela-Mandela, shows the truth. However, the term, 'Third World,' that Mama Winnie uses was created to distinguish between countries of the global majority that refused to align with either the United States or the Soviet Union during the 20th century's 'Cold War.' So, while some in the Global North will use the term to describe poverty conditions, we recognise its dignity.

What do you think of Mama Winnie's remarks?