Pan-Africanists: March a success
Saturday, August 2nd, 2008by PCA (www.nationnews.com)
Emancipation Celebrations have been described as being a “total success”.
Acting Director of the Pan-African Commission, Deryck Murray, said he was pleased with the level of participation.
“We had a very good turnout this morning and I think that speaks volumes for this country with the wide cross-section of people who took part.
“The cultural presentations were on point. Odale’s Choice was dynamic and we are looking forward to next year.”
Reacting to a protest by a group of Rastafarians calling for an investigation into the death of one of their brethren, Murray said he had no difficulties.
“I think the protest added the final element to these celebrations. This is what emancipation is about, especially in a democratic society. It was orderly and all they are seeking is clarity. I am glad that the Justice Committee saw this as an opportunity to voice their concerns peacefully.”
Security for the walk was also well organised with police directing traffic from as early as 6 a.m.