They told us we were the future. Then they stole it

This article reflects on the unfulfilled promises of democracy for young people, fifty years after the Soweto Uprising. It highlights how youth globally bear the brunt of political failures, economic instability, and climate change, demanding a present worth believing in.

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Jun 15, 2026 - 17:07
They told us we were the future. Then they stole it

This article reflects on the unfulfilled promises of democracy for young people, fifty years after the Soweto Uprising. It highlights how youth globally bear the brunt of political failures, economic instability, and climate change, demanding a present worth believing in.

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