We, in Africa, have no more need of being ‘converted’ to socialism than we have of being ‘taught’ democracy. Both are rooted in our past — in the traditional society which produced us.
Julius K. Nyerere
Do also read my understanding of Tuko Pamoja seen from a Danish perspective.
Thanks for the inspiration to Kate.
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