Mama Africa

Mama Africa

All they say is you are uncivilized, using policies to publicly undress you
From Lesotho to Libya, Mali to Malawi, Zambia and Zimbawe
Raping justice and reaping where and what they sowed not!
I cry when they call you "dark"
Coz you are so bright, your sons and daughters beaming with strength
Africa, I call you MAMA, for your breasts are full enough for all your children to suckle!
Copyright © | Year Posted 2016

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Sietesantos Avatar
May 1, 2016 at 7:05 PM
That's why Africa is called the "Motherland!" Outstanding deep and powerful piece, my friend! Hugs. Pandita
Jerotich Avatar
May 11, 2016 at 8:26 AM
Thanks my friend. Hugs
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