Speaking Truth to Power

Dr Tajudeen Abdul-Raheem's determination to speak truth to power, his vociferous belief in the potential of Africa and African people and his discerning analysis of developments in the global and Pan-African world are demonstrated in this lively selection of his weekly Pan-African Postcards. With his exceptional ability to express complex ideas in an engaging manner, this book presents his philosophy on diverse but intersecting themes: his fundamental respect for the capabilities, potential and contribution of women in transforming Africa; penetrating truths directed at African politicians and their conduct; and deliberations on the institutional progress towards African Union. He reflects on culture and emphasises the commonalities of African people. Also represented are his denunciations of international financial institutions, the G8 and NGOs in Africa, with incisive analysis of imperialism's manifestations and impact on the lives of African people, and his passion for eliminating poverty in Africa. Dr Tajudeen Abdul-Raheem's untimely death on African Liberation Day 2009 stunned the Pan-African world. This book, demonstrating the brilliant wordsmith he was and his steadfast commitment to Pan-Africanism, offers a legacy of his political, social and cultural thought. His personality bounces off the page – one can almost hear the passion of his voice: 'Don't agonise! Organise!'