Walter Rodney

Walter Rodney was a renowned Guyanese historian, political activist, and scholar born on March 23, 1942. He gained international acclaim for his groundbreaking work, "How Europe Underdeveloped Africa," which critically examined the impact of European colonialism on Africa's development. Rodney earned a Ph.D. from the School of Oriental and African Studies in London and taught at various universities, including the University of Dar es Salaam. Known for his commitment to Pan-Africanism and social justice, he was an influential voice in challenging inequality and oppression. Tragically, his life was cut short when he was assassinated in 1980, leaving a lasting legacy.