Awakening Africa The Sleeping Giant: The Powerful Philosophy and Mission of Marcus Garvey

(Images: Wikimedia Commons) - August 17, 2025, marks the 138th birthday of the distinguished Pan-African advocate, the Honorable Marcus Mosiah Garvey, born in St. Ann's Bay, Jamaica. At the age of 52, Garvey passed away in exile in England, leaving a profound legacy as the foremost mass mobilizer for African communities. His ideology, known as Garveyism, paved the way for numerous subsequent social movements, notably the Rastafarian movement, deeply rooted in his teachings. To commemorate this remarkable figure, the Black Star News shares poignant excerpts from Garvey’s seminal 1923 work, "The Philosophy and Opinions of Marcus Garvey, Or, Africa for the Africans." Garvey’s evocative calls for unity, empowerment, and a reclamation of dignity resonate powerfully, urging Africans to recognize their immense potential. His reflections on leadership, economic self-sufficiency, and the crucial role of organization underscore the ongoing struggle for equality and justice. Garvey's insights remain as relevant today as when they were penned, inspiring future generations to tirelessly pursue collective liberation.