On July 9, 2003, inspired by Dr. Rath’s open letter to President
Mbeki the people of Cape Town mobilized and held a rally to protest against
the arrival of George Bush in South Africa.
The following photo-summary of the event was prepared for the Foundation
by Dr. Anthony Rees:
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Dr. Rees holding a copy of The Star newspaper
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At 10:00am the people met at the renowned 'District
Six' a place where the Apartheid Government of the old South Africa
forcibly removed black and coloured people from their homes. This
is historically a very sacred place to South Africans - a place of
struggle.
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A protester with a picket board stating ~ BUSH,
HELL IS WAITING.
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As South Africa has a large Islamic following,
a large Islamic presence was observed.
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A great poster which sums up Bush pretty well.
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People from all walks of life join the new struggle
in South Africa. This time, its not apartheid it is Neo-Colonialism
and George Bush's 'New World Order'.
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Two young protesters calling for peace.
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A young South African lets us know who is the enemy
of his future.
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Not Stars and Stripes But Wars and Plight
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The Rally represents a cross-cultural mix of people
with solidarity against the
Bush supported cartels.
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On the final stretch to Parliament - only 100 metres
to go.
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We The Children Of South Africa Say To You Go To
Hell War Criminal
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The police wait anxiously in full riot gear in
front of the gates of Parliament
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| Ready to defend the State at all costs. |
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Angry protesters burn an effigy of George Bush
in front of Parliament.
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Here is George's welcome party.
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The rally in front of the House of Parliament at
High Noon
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| Protesters move on to the American Embassy |
Our thanks for this photo-report go to Dr. Anthony Rees, Director of The
Herbology & Optimal Nutrition Education & Research Institute in
Cape Town, South Africa.
