Baskadia

From the Serengeti's golden plains,

To the bustling cities with towering claims,

Africa, the land of diversity, where cultures intertwine,

Rich traditions and customs, a true sight divine.

Politically unstable, a reality hard to ignore,

Leaders play games at the expense of the poor,

But amidst this turmoil, love and peace still thrive,

Resilient people, fighting to survive.

Desperate journeys undertaken by those seeking a better life,

Risking everything, a courageous fight,

The youth face unique challenges each day,

Empowerment key to overcoming every obstacle in their way.

In this land of contradictions, beauty is found,

A richness of culture that abounds,

An untold story that only I can share,

Of the love, peace, and unity that is rare.

Oh, Africa, the land I call home,

Despite its troubles, to you, I'll never roam,

The heartbeat of this continent, pulsing strong,

A resilient people, bringing hope where there was none.

Africa, a place of endless possibilities,

A richness of culture and boundless opportunities,

A story unlike any other, waiting to be told,

In every language, in every heart, forever to hold.

© Babawumi Ruth