Return Back to Africa: What Does That Mean?
Obviously it means different things to different people. Please allow me, to offer to you, what it means to me, and I will begin with what it doesn’t mean to me.
It doesn’t mean moving to any specific African nation for repatriation. There would be no reason for me to do that because all of those nations (formed by European powers at the 1884 Conference of Berlin), are all under Western hegemony, and controlled by the European ideologies of Capitalism, Communism, Marxism, Socialism, Democracy, Monarchy and too many Religions to name.
Given the present state of our dystopic world, I might just as well stay in the “Hells of North America” (USA) since that is what also presently awaits me in any African nation.
So I want to, and have to, make it clear that I am talking about a New Way of Living, in a New Territory, because I don’t accept that the United States of America can ever become a better place for CHOSSA to live.
“When they show you who they are the first time, believe them.” — Maya Angelou
Unfortunately, most CHOSSA (Children of Stolen and Sold Africans) believe the problems that we face in the US are going to get better.
“A problem cannot be solved with the consciousness that created it.” — Albert Einstein
European ideologies caused our problem, so they certainly can’t be the solution to our problem(s).
“It’s not what you know that hurts you, it’s what you know, that just ain’t so.” — Satchel Paige
We never have been, nor will we ever be free human beings in America. Ninety percent (90%) of white Americans aren’t free. What would make you think that you, CHOSSA could ever be free in racist, white supremacy America?
Our freedom can only be secured in a nation of our own. And the only place for our New Territory in Africa (NTA), called Nchia Mababu (Swahili for “Land of Our Ancestors’), is on the Continent of Africa.
“Mother may have, and father may have, but god bless the child that has its own.” — Billie Holiday on vocals
Now I would like to briefly share with you what it means to return Back to Africa to reside in a Nchia Mababu. I have no interest in trying to change the culture and norms of any government, or its people. CHOSSA have been trying to do that for over 200 years. Enough is enough. Nchia Mababu will be the beacon, shining light onto, and into, the darkness of Western dis-order, and Western dis-ease. Once CHOSSA see and experience the success of OUR New Territory, without Western hegemony, they will seek citizenship, under their own volition.
As a wise man once said,
“You don’t have to condemn a dirty glass, just sit a clean glass next to it, and let the people decide what vessel they choose.” — Elijah Muhammad
My return Back to Africa means moving to Nchia Mababu, a New Territory ceded to us for use, by our African brothers and sisters, for just compensation, meaning the development of a partnership, a true business partnership, unlike the exploitative agreements with villains like of Cecil Rhodes, Jan Smuts, etc.
CHOSSA will have the right of use, as per our mutual agreement, but not to own (land ownership is discussed in a moment).
All Immigrants to Nchia Mababu will be given an Occupancy and Use Right (OUR) Certificate. It will be issued by the Office of Settlement Land Use (OSLU) which administers and governs all settlement land matters, according to the Law(s).
Since Law is critical to the success and survival of any organized people, let me share with you some of the laws of Nchia Mababu. The following is a list of twenty-seven (27) categories of Offenses, that if committed, will be deemed criminal acts subject to punishment ranging from incarceration, to exile or death.
1. Homicide
2. Assault
3. Kidnapping
4. Sexual Offenses
5. Abortion (there are exceptions, spelled out in law)
6. Arson, and other property destruction
7. Burglary and other Criminal Intrusion
8. Robbery
9. Theft and other related Offenses
10. Forgery and Fraudulent Practices
11. Offenses Against the Family
12. Narcotics
13. Alcohol (anything above 7%)
14. Tobacco
15. Bribery and Corrupt Influence
16. Falsification and Criminal Influence
17. Obstruction of Societal Operations
18. Wiretapping and Electronic Surveillance
19. Public Indecency
20. Riot, Disorderly Conduct and Related Offenses
21. Possession of Firearms and Other Dangerous Articles and Substances
22. Nuisances
23. Gambling
24. Restraint of Trade and Commerce.
25. Consumption of Banned Products
26. Distribution of False Information to the Public
27. Unlawful Flight to Avoid Prosecution
Obviously, Criminal Statutes must be written to specifically define the above Crimes, Offenses, and Punishment. That will occur in due time. The point in mentioning Law here is so that everyone will be clear that Nchia Mababu is sincere in its effort to establish, maintain, and sustain a ‘righteous’ Society.
In fact, let me mention the qualities needed to be a citizen of Nchia Mababu. By now it should be clear that we are talking about a new (r)evolutionary path. With my adjustments, Brother Haki Madhubuti addresses the characteristics necessary for citizenship in Nchia Mababu.
a) Study-oriented: reads, evaluates, and debates books, newspapers, magazines, and scholarly journals. Accepts the challenge of education.
b) Worker: looks for ways in which to actively work for self, may hold a job outside in order to sustain self and family. Self-reliant.
c) Organized and systematic. Efficient and diligent.
d) Progressively collective. Conscious of others, cooperative.
e) Family oriented; regards mate as a partner in the struggle; loves children. Values trust in relationships.
f) Disciplined, strong, unyielding, and energetic.
g) Serious; practices fair play, order, and punctuality. Honest and dependable.
h) Analytical and critical.
i) Frugal; buys mainly on a need basis; saves.
j) Creatively aggressive: will dare the impossible if not possible.
k) Respects elders.
l) Dislike’s incompetence and mediocrity.
m) Fights against Societal crime and understands it is rooted in Caucasian/European culture.
n) Loves art, music, and literature.
o) Can give and follow instructions. Encourages experimentation and criticism.
p) Committed to freedom for humanity.
q) Dose not use drugs.
r) Civically active. Not crisis-oriented; acts on information rather than reacts. Plans for the long term; alert; prepared for changes.
s) Self-confident. Respect’s others regardless of gender or skin color.
t) Understands the economic factors that control our lives on a local, national, and international level.
u) Rational in decisions and action.
v) Rewards merit and achievements.
In his book, The Destruction of Black Civilization, Chancellor Williams outlines “Some Political Theories and Principles of Ancient Constitutional Law” that I have only slightly modified for Nchia Mababu. They are as follows:
I. The people are the first and final source of all human power on Earth.
II. The rights of the community of people are, and of right ought to be, superior to those of any individual, including the Selected and Appointed Officials. The Will of the people is the Supreme Law.
III. (S)elected and Appointed Officials are leaders, not rulers. They are selected and appointed representatives of the people and instruments for executing their Will.
IV. Society and people are one and the same.
V. The family is recognized as the primary social, judicial, and economic unit in Society; the family council may function as a court empowered to try all internal (non-serious) matters involving only members of the extended family group.
VI. The Elder of each Extended Family is its representative on the Community Council.
VII. Decisions in Council are made by the Elders.
VIII. The Land belongs to no one. It is considered to be Creation’s gift as a sacred heritage, transmitted by our forefathers as a bond between the living and the dead, to be held in trust by each generation for the unborn who will follow, and thus to the last generation.
IX. Each family, therefore, has the right to use land, free of charge, and sufficient in acreage for its economic well-being; and for the opportunity and means to make a living. Accordingly, land is not owned, and one cannot sell or give it away. The land may he held for life and passed onto the family’s heirs, and so on, forever. The Council of Elders is the Custodian of land under their jurisdiction and ensure for proper distribution and actual use.
X. All monies gifted, and other forms of donations to the appropriate Councils and other governance bodies belong to the people for relief and aid to individuals in times of need.
XI. Every member of the Society has the right of appeal from a lower to a higher Court. The procedure is from the Community Court to the Village Court to the Provincial Court (the Highest Court in NBNM. Such appeals are only allowed in serious matters or major crimes.
XII. Fines for offenses against an individual go to the victim, not the Court. Part of the money received from the loser, may be returned to as an expression of goodwill and a desire for the renewal of friendship. Another part is given as a fee to the trial court as an appreciation of Justice.
XIII. The trouble of one is the trouble of all. No one may go in want while others have anything to give. All are brothers and sisters. Each is his/her brother’s and sister’s keeper.
XIV. Age grades and sets are social, economic, political, and military systems for basic and advanced traditional education; individual and group responsibility roles; police and military training; division of labor; and rites of passage. The age grades are the origins of social, economic, and governance actions.
XV. The Community, as a whole is conceived of as one united party.
a. Factions of opposition are usually formed by the different age groups.
b. Debates may go on indefinitely or until a consensus is reached.
c. Once consensus is reached, and the community will be determined, all open opposition to the common will must cease.
d. Those whose opposition is so serious that they are unwilling to accept the decision may “splinter off”, whether individually or in groups (to form a new neighborhood).
XVI. The Supreme Command of the fighting forces is under the Provincial Council. If one becomes the Commander-in-Chief, it is through selection by the provincial council because of his/her special qualifications as a general or field commander. The position ends with the war/insurrection, and the Armed Forces return to former status under the Provisional Council.
Chancellor Williams also developed “The Fundamental Rights of African People” that were drawn from customary law or traditional constitutions. The following have also been only slightly modified and will form the foundation for the Constitutional Rights of all citizens of Nchia Mababu.
1. The right to equal protection of the law.
2. The right to a home.
3. The right to the use of land sufficient for earning a livelihood for oneself and one’s family.
4. The right to aid in times of trouble.
5. The right to petition for redress of grievances.
6. The right to criticize and condemn any acts by authorities or proposed new laws.
7. The right to reject the community’s final decision on any matter, and to withdraw from the community unmolested. The right of rebellion and withdrawal.
8. The right to a fair trial. There must be no punishment greater than the offense, or fines beyond ability to pay. This latter is determined by income and status of the individual and his/her family, for the family can be held liable for the actions and behavior of its members.
9. The right to indemnity for injuries or loss caused by others.
10. The right to family and community care in cases of sickness or accidents.
11. The right to a general education covering morals, family rights and responsibilities, kinship groups and social organization, neighborhoods, and boundaries, farming and marketing, rapid mental calculation, the sciences, communications, history, and culture.
12. The right to college, vocational, or technical training for a useful career, determined by one’s talent, skill, and ability, not the color of their skin.
13. The right to inheritance as defined by custom
14. The right to special aids from the Governing Council in circumstances beyond a family’s ability.
15. The right to develop one’s ability and exercise any developed skills.
16. The right to protect one’s family and kinsmen, even by violent means if such becomes necessary and can be justified.
17. The right to the protection of moral law in respect to wife and children — a right no one may violate.
18. The right of a man or woman to rise and occupy the highest position in Society if he or she has the requisite ability and character.
19. The right to protection and treatment as a guest when travelling anywhere in Society.
20. The right to an equal share in benefit from common community undertakings if one has contributed to the fullest extent of his or her ability, no matter who or how many were able to contribute more.
This is more than sufficient to frame a Constitution for Nchia Mababu. The specific details and law will be worked out by those with the interest, ability, and character to do so.
I would need to write a book about this subject to properly deal with it, so I have. It is titled Capitalism Birthed Racism, When Racism Will End, And What Will Replace Capitalism: Equism Is The Harbinger!, 2022, and can be found for free at my blog, equism.net.
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