Africa Arise

Africa, Land of my noble birth,
Now is the time to break free from your adversary’s girth.
The time has come for you to take your place,
And your challenges you must face.
My dear Africa, this is the time to arise from your anguish and death.

Africa, land So blessed and resources abound,
The dreams of our fathers, we must keep alive.
Even though vampires and bloodsuckers abound,
Our future, the youths, we must not deprive.

Africa, land of noble warriors,
Take your swords and shield,
And break free from the den of your captors.
The grass is greener, take charge of your field,
To our captors; we must not yield.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2017

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Agustin Avatar
November 18, 2024 at 5:07 AM
Thanks for sharing this... exposing your thoughts through your unique poetic style. Meanwhile, I greet you with the love of the Lord, expressed by John 3:16 of the Bible, "For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life." Be blessed.
Sietesantos Avatar
March 6, 2017 at 9:48 AM
A wonderful tribute to a Africa! When you have some time, please check out a piece I wrote titled "Chains of Colonialism.! A-7 for this excellent piece! Best wishes. Pandita
Nyaga Avatar
February 25, 2017 at 5:44 AM
A beautiful and heartfelt piece
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