Organisation of African Unity letter part 2 (combine to pdf)

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This document reports on Bernie Grant MP's recent visit to Dakar, Senegal, where he attended the 56th Council of Ministers of the Organisation of African Unity (OAU). The letter summarizes his engagements with African leaders on topics such as reparations, conflict resolution, and economic cooperation between Africa and Europe. It highlights Grant's commitment to fostering connections between black leaders across continents and advocating for Africa's fair treatment.

Key points:
– Bernie Grant attended the 56th OAU Council of Ministers in Dakar, invited by Secretary General Salim Ahmed Salim.
– He engaged in discussions on reparations, conflict resolution, funding issues, and establishing an African economic bloc.
– Grant received positive responses from African delegations and encouraged cooperation between African and black European leaders.
– He emphasized the shared struggle for freedom between Africans and the black diaspora and committed to continuing advocacy for Africa.
– His visit concluded with a tour of Goree Island and a meeting with Rev. Jesse Jackson and other guests.

Bernie Grant was a pioneering Black British politician deeply involved in anti-racist activism and international solidarity. His participation in the OAU meeting reflects his commitment to linking Black British political struggles with African liberation, trade unionism, and calls for reparations, underscoring the interconnectedness of Black communities worldwide.

Source note: The OCR transcription contains some minor inaccuracies and fragmented lines, but the overall content and context remain clear and reliable for interpretation.