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The devotees of the OUN\UPA cult in Ukraine should remember one inconvenient fact: in the spring of 1943, at least 5,000 members of the auxiliary police (Schutzmannschaft) joined the ranks of the UPA. Among them were former police commanders in Nazi-occupied Ukraine who later became UPA commanders, including Omelian Hrabets, Martyn Mizerny, and Volodymyr Shchyhelskyi. These were not simply "patriots" fighting for independence. These were men complicit in Nazi Holocaust and had been socialized in anti-Jewish violence. They hunted down Jews trying to escape Nazi persecution. They guarded ghettos and forced-labor camps, preventing Jews from fleeing. They escorted Jews to sites of mass murder and, alongside the Germans, took part in the shootings. The skills, experience, and methods acquired in the machinery of the Holocaust did not disappear when these men changed uniforms. They were later deployed against their Polish neighbors in the campaign to create an ethnically homogeneous Ukrainian state. The road from participation in anti-Jewish violence to anti-Polish violence was, for many of them, alarmingly short. This is why many of the celebrated "heroes of the UPA" were not only perpetrators of anti-Polish violence but also participants in the Holocaust. They were implicated in two genocidal projects. These are the figures whom contemporary Ukraine has chosen to elevate as national heroes. And yet, when others express discomfort, criticism, or outright rejection of this choice, Ukrainians are often surprised by the reaction. They should not be. Historical memory cannot be selective forever, and hero worship does not erase historical responsibility.

Xenophobia in South Africa is not just a series of isolated incidents—it is a painful pattern that continues to threaten the dignity, safety, and lives of migrants, refugees, and foreign nationals. From violent outbreaks in places like Johannesburg and Durban, to everyday harassment in townships and workplaces, many Africans are being targeted simply for being “outsiders” in a country that once stood as a symbol of resistance against injustice. This is a contradiction that cannot be ignored. We cannot forget that South Africa’s own liberation struggle, led by figures like Nelson Mandela, was supported by solidarity from across the African continent—including countries like Eritrea. Today, it is deeply troubling to see fellow Africans turning against one another, especially when the root causes—poverty, unemployment, inequality, and political failure—are not created by migrants, but by deeper systemic issues. For Eritreans and many other nationals, leaving home is not a choice made lightly. People flee indefinite conscription, repression, lack of freedom, and economic hardship. They come to South Africa seeking safety, opportunity, and dignity. Yet instead, many find themselves facing fear, violence, and exclusion. This is not just a South African issue—it is an African crisis that reflects how fragile unity has become. This is where the spirit of the Blue Revolution must speak louder than ever. The Blue Revolution stands for justice, accountability, and human dignity—not just within Eritrea, but wherever Eritreans exist. It reminds us that oppression is not only what happens under a totalitarian regime at home, but also what happens when our people are dehumanized abroad. Fighting for justice must be consistent. We cannot call for freedom in Eritrea while ignoring injustice faced by Eritreans in the diaspora. At the same time, this is a call for awareness and safety. Eritreans and all foreign nationals in South Africa must stay alert, connected, and organized. Build strong community networks. Stay informed about local developments. Avoid high-risk areas during tensions. Support one another, especially the most vulnerable. Engage with local organizations and allies who stand against xenophobia. Safety is not just individual—it is collective. To South Africans who stand against xenophobia: your voice matters. The fight against discrimination is not new to your history. Stand firm in rejecting division. Demand accountability from leaders. Promote unity over scapegoating. The future of South Africa depends on its ability to uphold the same principles it once fought for. Xenophobia must stop—not tomorrow, but now. Africa cannot afford to be divided by fear and hatred. Our struggles are interconnected. Our humanity is shared. And our liberation—whether in Eritrea, South Africa, or anywhere else—depends on how we choose to stand for each other. #BlueRevolution #StopXenophobia #AfricaUnity #JusticeForAll #Eritrea #HumanRights #TransnationalRepression #Solidarity