RIP Fidel Castro

Fidel Castro revolutionary leader of Cuba from 1959 to 2006 passed away November, 26 2016. Cuba has proclaimed nine days of mourning for the former leader of the island nation. To the developing world he was a champion of anti-colonial politics and to the West he was considered an enemy. His deeds show that he was a man of integrity with a profound desire for social justice. Fidel Castro sent troops to Angola and aided the ANC as well as SAWPO in the fight against white minority rule in the Southern African region. Cuba under his rule was able to expel US imperial designs by challenging US owned sugar plantations and the United Fruit Company. There were improvements to education and healthcare on the island. Fidel Castro although he recognized and was allied with the Soviet Union, never adopted their political orthodoxy. Unlike Eastern Europe, Cuba pursued an independent foreign policy. He reached out to Asian and Africa leaders in the spirit of solidarity against neocolonial domination. The world has lost a talented statesman, leader, and philosopher. Toward the end of his life he worked for the cause of nuclear disarmament. Fidel Castro will not only be remembered as a Latin American icon, but a symbol for revolutionaries around the world. 

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Anti-Trump Protests Erupt Across USA (VIDEO)

The 2016 election saw the victory of a populist and billionaire outsider now politician Donald Trump. His rhetoric during his campaign was filled with anti-immigrant, anti-black, and anti-leftist hate. Hillary Clinton allowed a scandal regarding her e-mails destroy her chances for the US presidency. Although she was not as deserving due to her past actions as Secretary of State, Donald Trump lacks the basic leadership experience. He has never been a senator, congressman, lawyer, or governor. The hate he generated has now comeback in the form of protests around the United States. These protests will probably get bigger and he has not yet assumed office. The recent meeting with Trump with President Obama proved to be awkward in manner and conduct. A Republican dominated the House and the Senate can only mean a period of  extreme right conservative rule. The only chance is that political factionalism in the Republican Party can stop Trump from enacting certain policies. Simultaneously, protests could help in obstructing the function of his administration. Trump's poor relations with the press could also cause him harm. While both President Obama and Hillary Clinton said they want to see the president elect to be successful, ultimately it would be the decline of the US . His failure should be hoped for, because of the platforms and promises that could negatively effect vast sections of the population. The 2016 election demonstrated that white Americans would rather see their nation destroyed, then live with other ethnic groups. Racism was the major motivation for the white rural population voting in larger numbers. Combined with a struggling economy, non-whites are always the scapegoat. Its uncertain what America's future is, but it will not be a positive result.   

Robert Mugabe to President Zuma later this week

President Robert Mugabe and President Jacob Zuma are going to meet this week to discuss economic and political matters. This is significant because Zimbabwe is looking to import more energy from South Africa. A number of bilateral agreements are underway. This act of collaboration is both symbolic and should be a model that is replicated. African nations should work together to solve continent wide issues. What will also be discussed at these meetings will be visa deals for students and the status of migrant workers in Zimbabwe. Zimbabwe has to fix its trade deficit and combat a struggling economy. Western sanctions do not help, but China has provided some protection. Last April, President Mugabe made his first state visit to South Africa in twenty years. President Zuma will be coming to Harare on Wednesday. Africa needs solidarity now more than ever. The threat of  Western economic domination and military strikes is a lugubrious reality. Security measures will also be discussed between the two nations.