Africans Quote by Nadine Gordimer
“Where do whites fit in the New Africa? Nowhere, I'm inclined to say ... and I do believe that it is true that eventhe gentlest and most westernised Africans would like the emotional idea of the continent entirely without thecomplication of the presence of the white man for a generation or two. But nowhere, as an answer for us whites, is in the same category as remarks like What's the use of living? in the face of the threat of atomic radiation. We are living; we are in Africa.”
About This Quote
The passage argues that white people have no place in Africa’s future, suggesting their removal would simplify the continent’s identity.
In simple terms: Whites have no future role in Africa.
Key Takeaway
Accept that some groups may be excluded from certain narratives.
Themes
colonialism
identity
race
Mood
thoughtful
serious
Type
political
philosophical
When to use this quote
- historical analysis
- policy debate
- social activism
Key Concepts
post‑colonial theory
cultural purity
exclusion
Questions to Reflect On
- What are the consequences of excluding groups?
- How can societies reconcile past injustices?
A Different Perspective
Simplifying complex societies can erase valuable diversity.
