""This youth that I see must fight with the means of its time. Everywhere I go, this ferment, even in the excesses produced by those on the other side. The passion for freedom dwells in each of us. I see the passion for freedom in each of the young people,""

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“"Democracy is enshrined through human beings and societies. It is not something theoretical. It stems out of the aspirations of the people."”

“"Africa needs to integrate in trade. We need to develop energy and mining and to avoid what I call the Berlin syndrome."”

“"When we talk about peace and security, it is the main area of challenge in Africa. Out of 16 peacekeeping operations in the world, nine are in Africa and most of these conflicts are in Central Africa and partly in West Africa. Of course, we know that the major course of these conflicts stem from governance issues. It also has to do with our attitude as Africans to manage our diversities in our countries after independence."”

““I encourage them in this. Naturally, with humility, things must be improved. It is through struggle that we liberate ourselves. It is not through submission that we liberate ourselves,””

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