The Landless People’s Movement (LPM) has called for justice and reparative actions to confront historical grievances.
Speaking in commemoration of Africa Day on Sunday, LPM’s human rights desk leader Joyce Muzengua reflected on a statement on Africa’s long-standing struggle against colonialism and imperialism.
This aligns with the 2025 African Union (AU) theme: “Justice for Africans and People of African Descent Through Reparations.”
Muzengua highlighted the Namibian genocide as a stark reminder of the brutalities of colonialism.
“The atrocities of this period serve as a powerful reminder of the urgent necessity for justice and reparative actions,” the statement reads.
She further noted that, while foreign domination spanned centuries, Africans mobilised their cultures, beliefs and collective strength to reclaim their sovereignty and assert their identity.
“That resilience ignited a collective consciousness rooted in pride and the desire for self-rule.”
She paid homage to the fallen heroes whose sacrifices laid the foundation for modern African freedom. Their legacy, the party said, continues to inspire efforts towards building a continent that reflects the values of justice, prosperity and unity.
The party urged all Africans to honour the past by striving for a just and equitable future.
“Let us honour our ancestors by aspiring to a future where every individual of African descent receives the recognition and reparative justice they rightfully deserve,” the statement concludes.
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