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Bruce Ndlovu
Rather than moan and denounce controversial American president elect Donald Trump as has become the norm in Hollywood circles, Zimbabwean actress Danai Gurira is making a public plea for the involvement of more women in politics to prevent another Trump-like politician ascending to power.
Like other people of African descent, Gurira has been following events in her adopted country since Trump was formally elected in November, but only now has made her sentiments about the businessman-cum-reality TV star, who is set to officially taker over the reins on Friday.
Gurira shared her views in her latest newsletter that was uploaded online on Tuesday.
a�?There is little more to say this inauguration month here in the US. Little more than this: Women. Must. Run.A� We must run at all levels of government (Federal, State, and local) and assure that the female voice is heard. Loud and clear. Women have often saved their countries in times of crisis,a�? she said.
A staunch Pan-Africanist, Gurira cited the example of Liberian women who had taken the mettle when dark took hold in their society.
a�?The clearest example to me is one I hold dear: the Liberian womena��s peace movement. These women utilised every skill available to them to provoke the countrya��s conscience to a place of peace and progress. Juli Endee, Etweda
a�?Sugarsa�? Cooper, Leymah Gbowee, and so many others.
a�?Their courage created a path through arguably one of the worst civil conflicts in modern history. And they crafted a way forward that made the country ready to make a change and elect the most eligible candidate into the highest office of the land,a�? she said.
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