REOCCURRING GENOCIDES: AFRICA

By: Group 17

(Shannon Reese, Kayla Sakamoto, & Kapua Cameron)

Thesis

Genocide continues to occur in Africa because of colonialism, poverty,

government problems, the United Nations, and failed peace

agreements.

Colonialism Boundaries: “Divide

and Conquer”

Boundaries made to benefit foreign countries

Changed original tribal territories

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.”

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

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

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

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.”

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

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.

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.

Rebuilding

Result of GenocideFamine and poverty increaseRefugee problemsLack of development

Re-occurring cycle of violenceElevated emotionsTension and hostility

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)