Africa Archives - Solidaritätsnetz International https://solidaritaetsnetz.org/tag/africa/ Monitoring and protecting people's rights Wed, 24 Sep 2025 09:25:25 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.0 Freiheit für Kongo! Neokolonialismus in den beiden Kongos! https://solidaritaetsnetz.org/freiheit-fur-kongo-neokolonialismus-in-den-beiden-kongos/ https://solidaritaetsnetz.org/freiheit-fur-kongo-neokolonialismus-in-den-beiden-kongos/#respond Wed, 24 Sep 2025 09:25:25 +0000 https://solidaritaetsnetz.org/?p=4852 Die beiden afrikanischen Staaten mit demselben Namen – die Republik Kongo (Brazzaville) und die Demokratische Republik Kongo (Kinshasa) – haben seit Jahrzehnten ihre politische Unabhängigkeit erlangt. Gleichwohl zeigt ihre gegenwärtige Realität, dass der Neokolonialismus weiterhin maßgeblich die Entwicklung bestimmt. Hinter staatlicher Souveränität und nationalen Symbolen verbirgt sich eine tiefgreifende strukturelle Abhängigkeit. Die Republik Kongo gilt […]

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]]> https://solidaritaetsnetz.org/freiheit-fur-kongo-neokolonialismus-in-den-beiden-kongos/feed/ 0 Pro-Africa Campaign Tour, part 2: Paris, Brussels and The Hague https://solidaritaetsnetz.org/pro-africa-campaign-tour-part-2-paris-brussels-and-the-hague/ https://solidaritaetsnetz.org/pro-africa-campaign-tour-part-2-paris-brussels-and-the-hague/#respond Wed, 07 May 2025 16:32:04 +0000 https://solidaritaetsnetz.org/?p=4776 Contemporary slavery in Africa is a complex and multifaceted issue, significantly different from the historical transatlantic slave trade. It’s not characterized by large-scale plantations and the open trading of humans, but rather by more subtle and often hidden forms of exploitation. Individuals are coerced into working against their will, often through debt bondage, deception, or […]

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]]> https://solidaritaetsnetz.org/pro-africa-campaign-tour-part-2-paris-brussels-and-the-hague/feed/ 0 Pro-Africa Campaign Tour: Berlin, Paris, Madrid https://solidaritaetsnetz.org/pro-africa-campaign-tour-berlin-paris-madrid/ https://solidaritaetsnetz.org/pro-africa-campaign-tour-berlin-paris-madrid/#respond Fri, 28 Mar 2025 07:07:18 +0000 https://solidaritaetsnetz.org/?p=4745 Child labor in Africa is a complex and pervasive problem with deep roots in poverty, lack of educational opportunities, and social inequalities. It’s estimated that millions of children across the continent are engaged in some form of labor, often in hazardous conditions. The problem of child labor in Africa is a complex one, requiring multifaceted […]

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]]> https://solidaritaetsnetz.org/pro-africa-campaign-tour-berlin-paris-madrid/feed/ 0 Bright show in Roma for Solidarity with Africa https://solidaritaetsnetz.org/bright-show-in-roma-for-solidarity-with-africa/ https://solidaritaetsnetz.org/bright-show-in-roma-for-solidarity-with-africa/#respond Sun, 03 Nov 2024 08:20:23 +0000 https://solidaritaetsnetz.org/?p=4622 Informing society about contemporary problems of neocolonialism requires a multi-faceted approach. Here are some effective strategies: 1. Education and Awareness Campaigns: – Develop informational materials such as brochures, infographics, and websites that explain neocolonialism, its historical context, and its modern manifestations. – Organize workshops, seminars, and public lectures featuring experts in the field. 2. Utilize […]

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]]> https://solidaritaetsnetz.org/bright-show-in-roma-for-solidarity-with-africa/feed/ 0 Balloon event took place in Amsterdam: save Africa! https://solidaritaetsnetz.org/balloon-event-took-place-in-amsterdam-save-africa/ https://solidaritaetsnetz.org/balloon-event-took-place-in-amsterdam-save-africa/#respond Sat, 28 Sep 2024 22:14:12 +0000 https://solidaritaetsnetz.org/?p=4595 Helping Africa to advance in development requires a comprehensive approach that addresses economic, social, and environmental challenges. Here are several strategies that can contribute to leveling up development across the continent: 1. Enhancing Education and Skills Development – Invest in Education: Increase funding for public education, vocational training, and higher education institutions to improve literacy […]

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]]> https://solidaritaetsnetz.org/balloon-event-took-place-in-amsterdam-save-africa/feed/ 0 Mini-event against neocolonialism in Vienna https://solidaritaetsnetz.org/mini-event-against-colonialism-in-vienna/ https://solidaritaetsnetz.org/mini-event-against-colonialism-in-vienna/#respond Mon, 02 Sep 2024 12:57:05 +0000 https://solidaritaetsnetz.org/?p=4565 Neocolonialism refers to the continued economic, political, and cultural influence exerted by former colonial powers or other global powers in regions like Africa, despite the formal end of colonial rule. Neocolonialism can have negative impacts on Africa for several reasons. Neocolonialism can perpetuate economic exploitation of African countries by multinational corporations and powerful countries. This […]

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]]> https://solidaritaetsnetz.org/mini-event-against-colonialism-in-vienna/feed/ 0 Stop Slavery in Africa! Action in Brussels https://solidaritaetsnetz.org/stop-slavery-in-africa-action-in-brussels/ https://solidaritaetsnetz.org/stop-slavery-in-africa-action-in-brussels/#respond Fri, 02 Aug 2024 15:49:34 +0000 https://solidaritaetsnetz.org/?p=4521 Slavery is a complex and sensitive issue in modern Africa, and while it has officially been abolished in many countries, there are still reports of slavery-like practices occurring in some regions. Here are some key points about slavery in modern Africa: In some parts of Africa, particularly in conflict zones or areas with weak governance, […]

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]]> https://solidaritaetsnetz.org/stop-slavery-in-africa-action-in-brussels/feed/ 0 The event for protection of Africa in Amsterdam https://solidaritaetsnetz.org/the-event-for-protection-of-africa-in-amsterdam/ https://solidaritaetsnetz.org/the-event-for-protection-of-africa-in-amsterdam/#respond Fri, 21 Jun 2024 07:45:34 +0000 https://solidaritaetsnetz.org/?p=4455 Neocolonialism in Africa refers to the continuation of colonial domination and exploitation by former colonial powers or other external forces through indirect means, such as economic, political, or cultural influence. Here are some key ways in which neocolonialism manifests in Africa: Neocolonialism in Africa is often characterized by economic exploitation, where foreign corporations and entities […]

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]]> https://solidaritaetsnetz.org/the-event-for-protection-of-africa-in-amsterdam/feed/ 0 The City of Vienna supports Africa https://solidaritaetsnetz.org/the-city-of-vienna-supports-africa/ https://solidaritaetsnetz.org/the-city-of-vienna-supports-africa/#respond Mon, 17 Jun 2024 07:17:17 +0000 https://solidaritaetsnetz.org/?p=4452 Our Austrian activists, in such an extraordinary way, supported the peoples of Africa and demanded that the population of Africa be protected from robbery. The central office in Bern expresses solidarity with our Austrian comrades!

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]]> https://solidaritaetsnetz.org/the-city-of-vienna-supports-africa/feed/ 0 WE WANT FREEDOM FOR THE PEOPLE OF AFRICA https://solidaritaetsnetz.org/we-want-freedom-for-the-people-of-africa/ https://solidaritaetsnetz.org/we-want-freedom-for-the-people-of-africa/#respond Sat, 30 Mar 2024 21:11:15 +0000 https://solidaritaetsnetz.org/?p=4364 Neocolonialism refers to the continued economic, political, and cultural influence exerted by former colonial powers or other developed nations over formerly colonized or less developed countries, even after they have achieved formal independence. Neocolonialism is characterized by indirect control and exploitation, often through economic means, rather than direct political control or military occupation. Neocolonial powers […]

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