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Robert Mugabe and others of ZANU (Zimbabwe African National Union) speak about events and reconstruction in Zimbabwe
Poor recording, low volume, recorded off mic.
Robert Mugabe, president of ZANU (Zimbabwe African National Union) and others speak about the events in Zimbabwe, such as the Lancaster agreement and the presence of South African troops in Zimbabwe. Mugabe speaks about ZANU’s plans for the reconstruction of Zimbabwe: the means of production will be returned to the black people, and ZANU and SWAPO (South West African People’s Organization) will likely merge after independence is attained. He explains the Patriotic Front as an alliance between ZANU and SWAPO for the purpose of negotiating with the enemy. He also calls on South African troops to maintain support and stability in Zimbabwe after liberation.
Conference on Zimbabwe after independence.
Conference on Zimbabwe after independence, featuring speakers Judy Jensen of Material Aid Campaign for ZANU (Zimbabwe African National Union), Comrade Johnny of Zimbabwean Missions, Marcy Shulman of May 19th Communist Organization, Sister Assata Shakur and Serge Mukendi of FLNC (Congolese National Liberation Front), and Ahmed Obafemi, the East Coast Region Vice President of the RNA (Republic of New Africa). Jensen speaks first on the Material Aid Campaign’s goals of building solidarity with Namibia’s struggle against South African and American imperialism through the “Dollars for Bullets” campaign in solidarity with PLAN (People’s Liberation Army of Namibia). She points to Zimbabwe’s victory as bringing support to Namibia’s struggle through resources and moral support. Later she speaks on efforts to aid in Zimbabwe’s reconstruction. Comrade Johnny speaks about how the armed struggle was essential for victory, and how revolution never dies. After liberation, Zimbabwe must still continue the long process of freeing people from the white imperialist structures. He tells of the history of the Zimbabwe struggle, and how a development plan must be set up in reconstruction. Marcy Shulman speaks about women’s role in fighting for liberation. Assata Shakur and Serge Mukendi the oppressive situation the people of the Congo find themselves after the assassination of Patrice Lumumba. Mukendi calls for an armed peoples war for national liberation and socialism, and calls for solidarity with SWAPO (South West African People’s Organization). Ahmed Obafemi begins his speech, continued on AFR 033. Tape 1, 2/27 DFB
Conference on liberation struggles in Zimbabwe and the Congo.
Conference on liberation struggles in Africa, particularly Zimbabwe and the Congo. Judy Clark of the ZANU (Zimbabwe African National Union) Women’s League speaks on the ongoing struggle for liberation and reconstruction in Zimbabwe, Namibia, South Africa, and Congo. The ZANU Women’s League raises support for women fighting for liberation and equality. Serge Mukendi of the FLNC (Congolese National Liberation Front) speaks on the history of the struggle for independence in the Congo, and calls the people to fight for liberation against white colonialist structures. Judy Clark again speaks on the legacy and power of Patrice Lumumba in the continuing struggle for liberation in the Congo. Alajo Adegbalola, Minister of Defense for the Provisional government of the RNA (Republic of New Africa), speaks on the importance of the unity of the RNA in fighting for liberation in Africa. He also speaks on the history of black person’s struggle in America and the Civil Rights Movement.
Conference on liberation and reconstruction struggles in Southern Africa
Continuation of AFR 034
See enclosed note in AFR 035
Conference on liberation and reconstruction struggles in Africa, particularly in Zimbabwe, South Africa, and Namibia. A representative of SWAPO (South West African People’s Organization) speaks about the international community being in solidarity with Southern African countries, and asks for support for SWAPO’s continued struggle for liberation in Namibia. A member of the Zimbabwe admission to the United Nations speaks about the bonds formed between liberation fighters in Africa and internationally. He speaks about the leaders of ZANU (Zimbabwe African National Union), the ANC (African National Congress), and the PAC (Pan African Congress). He speaks on the history of the struggles for independence and human rights in Southern Africa, and the contued struggle for liberation. Sylvia Baraldini of the May 19th Communist Organization speaks on the National Campaign in solidarity with the ZANU Women’s League. She talks about the lessons of the struggle for liberation in Zimbabwe and looks at the process of reconstruction. A permanent representative of the PAC of Azania to the United Nations speaks about South Africa. He comments on South African president P.W. Botha’s refusal to erode Apartheid through economic means. He talks about a socialist solution incorporating equal distribution of wealth and power, and calls people to work together to fight oppression.
Press Conference on the victory of the struggle for Zimbabwe independece, Robert Mugabe, speaker.
Recorded off mic.
Press Conference on the victory of the struggle for Zimbabwe independence. ZANU (Zimbabwe African National Union) president and Prime Minister of Zimbabwe, Robert Mugabe, speaks about the unity of the people of Zimbabwe and the liberation organizations. He also speaks on the Lancaster House Agreement and foreign policy towards other countries, including South Africa. He promises to redistribute the land in Zimbabwe to those who need it.
Women in El Salvador
Date: 1/1/1990Call Number: JG/ 119Format: Cass A & BProducers: Judy GerberCollection: Programs produced by Judy Gerber and Laurie Simms
Interview with members of the El Salvadorian Women's Social Movement on the post-war situation in El Salvador and its relation to women at work and at home. Because women are a majority in El Salvador, their participation in the processes of transition, democratization and social change in the country—after the signing of accords and leading up to the 1994 elections—is crucial.
A Pesar de Usted: Luis E. Mejia Godoy con Mancotal
Date: 1/1/1985Call Number: Vin 063Format: VinylProducers: KKLA, EnigracCollection: General materials
Entitled "A Pesar de Usted" (In spite of you) is a blend of sentiments about Nicaragua and revolutionary commitment to Sandinista National Liberation Front and opposition to imperialism. Lyrics talk about building a country that the people had dreamt about, free and just for all.
Tragaluz Starlight: Salvador Bustos
Date: 1/1/1985Call Number: Vin 064Format: VinylProducers: Redwood RecordsCollection: General materials
This album commemorates Nicaragua's revolution and overthrew of the Somoza dictatorship. Lyrics discuss the changes that have occurred in the country since, such as the rise in literacy rates and health care improvements. Bustos also talks about the U.S. attempts to undermine Nicaragua's future. The hope of this albums is to help bridge friendship between the two countries.
Faubourg Treme: The Untold Story of Black New Orleans
Call Number: CD 840Format: DVDProducers: California NewsreelCollection: Compact discs and videos representing digitized copies of analog tapes
Faubourg Treme is considered the oldest black neighborhood in America, the origin of the Southern Civil Rights Movement, and the birthplace of jazz. The completed film uncovers Treme’s unique and hidden history and situates it within three centuries of African American struggle - from slavery through Reconstruction, Jim Crow, and Civil Rights, to the recent threat of Hurricane Katrina.
Return to Vietnam
Date: 12/15/1974Call Number: KP 535Format: 1/4 7 1/2 ipsProgram: WBCN-FM Collection: General materials
This recording provides an update on Vietnam after American combat troops were removed. Reporter Danny Schecter visited Saigon, rural North Vietnam, Hanoi, and a liberated zone with the support of the IndoChina Peace Campaign. Danny discusses the process of reconstruction, how the North Vietnamese are trying to raise the standard of living amongst the people, the spirit and culture of reconstruction, and American guilt. He interviews a number of Vietnamese people who talk about their daily life. Fighting still occurring in the liberated zone is discussed, as well as political prisoners being held in Saigon (up to 200,000), political repression, secret police, etc. Finally a number of people are interviewed about how lasting peace will actually be achieved in Vietnam.
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