We cannot continue to seat on the sideline and continue to rely solely on the philanthropic work of “established” foreign organizations if we want to take control of our narratives, establish our core values, empower our communities and mold the future of our next generation.

Akon is now trending because of this statement he made when Mike Tyson shared that he is of Congolese descent. ⁣

It’s not the first time Akon has stated this.