THOMAS SANKARA-THE UPRIGHT MAN; A DOCUMENTARY FILM RECOMMENDATION

Thomas Sankara-The Upright Man is a documentary film that is available for viewing on You Tube. 


Sankara was the leader of Burkina Faso formerly known as Upper Volta from 1983 until 1987.  Sankara promoted the ideas of self-reliant on the resources that were available within Burkina Faso.  He championed women's rights, employment for all people, a style of governing that worked for the common good of the people.


I am recommending this film for viewing because it provides a different perspective on how leadership can work in favor of meeting the people's needs.  I found it interesting that Sankara had actual responses to environmental issues as well as the economic and social ills of the nation.


Here is a link to a website that provides background information on Thomas Sankara.  His work is worth noting because it provides a look at what happens when a nation begins the process of developing it's on resources and independence.


Thomas Sanka-The Upright Man.