We thank all the true friends of Haiti
Dr Jean-Bertrand Aristide
Former President of Haiti
15 January 2010
We thank all
the true friends of Haiti, in particular the Government and the people of South
Africa for their solidarity with the victims of Haiti.
The concrete
action undertaken by Rescue South Africa and Gift of the Givers is
a clear expression of ubuntu. Ubuntu ngumuntu ngabantu. As we all
know, many people remain buried under tons of ruble and debris waiting to be
rescued. When we think of their suffering, we feel deeply and profoundly
that we should be there, in Haiti, with them, trying our best to prevent death.
To symbolize
this readiness we have decided to meet not just anywhere, but here, in the
shadow of the Oliver Tambo International Airport. As far as we are
concerned, we are ready to leave today, tomorrow, at any time to join the people
of Haiti, to share in their suffering, help rebuild the country, moving from
misery to poverty with dignity. Friends from around the world have
confirmed their willingness to organize an airplane carrying medical supplies,
emergency needs and ourselves.
While we
cannot wait to be with our sisters and brothers in Haiti, we share the anguish
of all Haitians in the Diaspora who are desperate to reach family and loved
ones.
Soufrans youn
nan nou se soufrans nou tout.
L’Union fait la force. Kouraj! Kenbe!
Kenbe!
Youn soutni lòt nan lespri
Mèm Amou an.
Our love to
the nation now labeled the poorest of the western hemisphere. However, the
spirit of ubuntu that once led Haiti to emerge as the first independent
Black nation in 1804; helped Venezuela, Columbia and Ecuador attain liberty; and
inspired our forefathers to shed their blood for the United States’
independence, cannot die. Today this spirit of solidarity must and will
empower all of us to rebuild Haiti.
Ukwanda kwaliwa umthakathi.
Thank you.
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