We are lifelong activists in the Black
Consciousness Movement. We have noted the press statement announcing the merger
of AZAPO and SOPA. We are committed to the unity of all BC organisations and
individuals committed to the BC project. However we have concerns about the way
that this merger has been planned and the content of the announcements
surrounding it.
There have been serious disagreements within BC
since the death of Biko. Since 1998 there have been a number of splits in the
BC movement. There have been constant talks about unity but they have always
failed. During these years many BC stalwarts have been operating independently,
some pushing the question of unity and some getting involved in the new
generation of popular struggles.
