All through the ages the African people have made efforts to deliver themselves from oppressive forces. It is important that a critical mass of Africans do not accept the verdict that the world tries to push down their throat so as to give up and succumb. The struggle must continue. It is important to nurture any new ideas and initiatives which can make a difference for Africa.
(Founder of the Green Belt Movement in Kenya -- 1977, and winner of the Nobel Peace Prize -- 2004)