We, in Africa, have no more need of being 'converted' to socialism than we have of being 'taught' democracy. Both are rooted in our past -- in the traditional society which produced us.

The African is not 'Communistic' in his thinking; he is -- if I may coin an expression - 'communitary'.

In Tanzania, it was more than one hundred tribal units which lost their freedom; it was one nation that regained it.

No nation has the right to make decisions for another nation; no people for another people.

Small nations are like indecently dressed women. They tempt the evil-minded.

We spoke and acted as if, given the opportunity for self-government, we would quickly create utopias. Instead injustice, even tyranny, is rampant.

We, in Africa, have no more need of being 'converted' to socialism than we have of being 'taught' democracy. Both are rooted in our past -- in the traditional society which produced us.