What does it mean to seek justice in a system that thrives on injustice? In this powerful reading, Sungu Oyoo, a Kenyan writer, activist, and pan-Africanist affiliated with Kongamano La Mapinduzi and Mwamko, revisits the words of Sam Mugumya, author of We Refuse to Be Victims.
Key Ideas and Highlights
Injustice as Everyday Life Sungu’s reading reminds us how injustice is normalised, becoming the air the marginalised breathe.
The Political Resonance Through Mugumya’s words, we hear echoes of many others silenced across the continent. A call to remember, resist, and refuse to bow.
Licensing Anyone can use this recording for free, with attribution to Troublemakers (the podcast). It is held under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 License and can be used for radio or any other media.
Resources & Show Links
We Refuse to Be Victims by Sam Mugumya: https://bit.ly/4mZyHDD Credits Reading: Sungu Oyoo Producer: Rodgers George Poet: Sam Mugumya Recording: Trouble Makers
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