#colonialism

The article discusses the government's response to current generational disobedience, linking it to historical interventions by the colonial regime regarding the concept of the "detribalized native." This connection highlights the ongoing impact of colonial policies on contemporary issues.

The article discusses the history of Appolonia, an African kingdom that resisted the transatlantic slave trade, which was a complex and highly commercialized global enterprise from the 16th to the 19th century. It highlights that the events of this period cannot be simplified into a narrative of just perpetrators and victims, as over 12.5 million Africans were dehumanized and commodified, while also noting the limitations faced by Europeans in terms of geographical knowledge and immunity to diseases.

The match between England and Ghana highlights the complex relationships between football, colonialism, and the diaspora, reflecting on the intertwined histories of empire and belonging in the sport. This encounter serves as a lens through which to examine these themes in contemporary society, according to Al Jazeera.

Andimba Toivo ya Toivo, a celebrated Namibian liberation leader, played a significant role in Namibia's development but remains largely unknown outside the country. Anthropologist Heike Becker has authored a biography that aims to illuminate ya Toivo's contributions, including a notable speech during the anti-colonial struggles in southern Africa. The book addresses why his legacy is often overshadowed and explores his impact on justice and power in Namibia.

The article discusses the war in Iran as a manifestation of underlying structural issues, including settler colonialism, racial hierarchies, imperial expansion, and toxic masculinity, alongside a militarized political culture. It argues that these factors contribute to the dynamics of the conflict.