Reoccurring Genocides: Africa
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REOCCURRING GENOCIDES: AFRICA
By: Group 17
(Shannon Reese, Kayla Sakamoto, & Kapua Cameron)
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Thesis
Genocide continues to occur in Africa because of colonialism, poverty,
government problems, the United Nations, and failed peace
agreements.
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Colonialism Boundaries: “Divide
and Conquer”
Boundaries made to benefit foreign countries
Changed original tribal territories
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Colonialism Favoritism: “Divide and Rule”
To gain control an alliance is neededOne group benefits more than the other
End of ColonialismIndependence created
chaos and lust for power
“The privileged group will naturally do all that they can to politically protect their privilege, while the disadvantaged groups will attempt to change the situation so as to gain their own advantage.”
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Poverty Results of ColonialismOne country wealthier due
to favoritism
Lack of EducationLiteracy rate of less than
60%Less history is known,
less awareness of issues, no prevention of genocides
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Poverty Incentives
Without wealth it’s harder to provide families with essentials
When offered rewards (money ,food, etc.) doing what is right isn’t easy
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Government Corruption
Do not want to stop the genocides“The Government of Sudan has refused to arrest or turn
over either of these two men” (Ahmed Haroun and Ali Kushayb)
LeadersLust for power and control Manipulate facts to create situations favorable for
themselves
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Government Differences
Political PartyEthnic
Government PoliciesEmploying a particular tribe or ethnicity
MoneyEconomic inequalities and issues
“The easy access to natural resources to maintain and fuel rebellions (combined with corporate interests) makes for a nasty combination.”
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The United Nations
Did not do their job to help with the genocide until 1999
After the genocide, they admitted their failure
Secretary General apologized to Rwanda and promised to be more aware in the future
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Peace Agreements Comprehensive Peace Agreement
To help stop the genocide from continuing to occur in the northern and southern parts of Sudan.
Peace Agreement between the Government of the Republic of Rwanda and the RPF Supposed to settle things and help bring peace to
RwandaThe peace agreements are what helped end the
genocide in Rwanda.
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Abuse of Human Rights Human Rights
Rights you are born with and should be able to have throughout your lifetime
“Everyone has the right to life, liberty, and security of person” (Article 3)
“Lost Boys” An organization for the people who escaped the
massacres happening in their villages.
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Rebuilding
Result of GenocideFamine and poverty increaseRefugee problemsLack of development
Re-occurring cycle of violenceElevated emotionsTension and hostility
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Conclusion Fix the problem
Government more reliable & trustworthy○ Better leaders
Cooperation○ Peace Agreements
Pro-Active○ Solve problems
before they escalate
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THE END
By: Group 17(Shannon Reese, Kayla Sakamoto, & Kapua Cameron)