A  POEM

                                              THEY  CAME  IN  THE  BOAT


         We had lived in our land peacefully
         Until the invader came
         To disinherit us of the land
         Our ancestors preserved.

         We fought and won back our sovereignty
         But the effect could not be undone:
         The traditions we adored were changed
         Lord forgive them.

           A day is coming and has now come
           When the proud Sons of Africa
            In unity
            Will  rise to their former glory
            So mote it be.