“Progressive forces around the world to need practical programmes of support for the people of Cuba”
SINCE 1994, South Africa has been resolute in its support for Cuba and has led the charge in international fora for the USA to bring an end to the illegal and unjust economic blockade against that island nation. The blockade is in its 62nd year now and appears unending despite our solidarity action. South Africa has consistently voted in favour of the annual United Nations resolution calling for the end of the economic, commercial, and financial embargo imposed by the United States. South Africa also campaigned for the release of the Cuban Five, and called on the US government to…