Sh'kka, Akli
Man Of The Sahara: A Long Walk To Tuareg Statehood
- ISBN 13:
- 9781800314672
- author:
- Sh'kka, Akli
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- New Generation Publishing
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2020
- Pages:
- 120
- Dimensions:
- 20.3 x 12.7 x 0.7 centimeters (0
- Genre:
- History, General, ,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
The Tuareg people's quest for independence is a complex and deeply personal issue. In 2012, they declared independence for Azawad, an area of land in West Africa that had been part of their traditional homeland for thousands of years. However, this declaration was met with resistance from international communities, ethnic groups, and others, leading to ongoing conflict and human rights violations. Akli Sh'kka's book, Man Of The Sahara, explores the historical and ongoing impact of French colonization on the Tuareg people, including corruption, terrorism, and the destruction of their culture. The book also offers a message of hope and peace, highlighting the resilience and determination of the Tuareg people as they strive for a better future. Through his work, Akli Sh'kka has become a prominent figure in the fight for Tuareg rights, and his book is a powerful call to action to end the conflict that has plagued northern Mali and its surrounding areas for over 60 years.