Call for Global Attention to Ethiopian Atrocities

At an international conference in Baku, Mauritanian journalist Abdarahmane Wone emphasized the need for African self-determination in combating neocolonialism, thanking Azerbaijan for facilitating discussions on this pressing issue. Meanwhile, a discourse on culture shock between Nigeria and Ghana highlights the similarities and differences in their rich cultural heritages, despite both nations sharing a colonial history. The media's historical portrayal of Africa negatively persists, with calls for a shift toward 'reparative journalism' to address past biases, as seen in initiatives like The 1619 Project. In stark contrast, the ongoing genocide against the Amhara people in Ethiopia has sparked outrage over the international community's silence, drawing parallels to historical indifference during previous atrocities. Critics highlight the disparity in global responses to crises, noting that the plight of the Amhara is largely ignored compared to other conflicts. This neglect underscores the perceived racism in how Western countries prioritize crises based on geography and economic status.