The Beat Goes On: An Update from Shaka Shakur
Shaka’s first public update in months addresses many things, including the spontaneous mass movements taking place right now.
ACTION
Organize a Screening of “Across Enemy Lines!”
Now scheduling screenings of our new documentary with a panel of organizers and filmmakers.
Contact Shaka
Send Shaka Shakur a message!
Events
1
Martyr’s Day Event for the New Afrikan/Black Community
Come out to recognize Martyrs Day with the New Afrikan Freedom Campaign!
2
Watch, Discuss, Act: Muncie Film Screening
Just a 3-hour drive from Shaka's hometown, the Muncie Liberation Studio will screen the new documentary.
3
Book Launch: “Manifestations of Thought,” by Shaka A. Shakur
Join us live or online for the launch of what Emory Douglas calls an “impressive, highly insightful, and moving book.”
4
Worldwide Premiere: “Across Enemy Lines”
Wherever and whoever you are, if you stand for human rights join us for the new documentary debut!
5
Screening at The People’s Forum: Across Enemy Lines
For those in NYC, get a preview of the new Shaka A. Shakur documentary hosted by The People's Forum.
6
New Documentary Worldwide Premiere: Host a Watch Party!
Stand with Shaka and let the state and its prisons know that we aren't backing down either by hosting a watch party in your town…
THEORY
1
Shaka on the New Afrikan Independence Movement
Shaka A. Shakur's segment, "Dispatches from Behind the Wire."
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2
Re-Build! A Special Theoretical and Ideological Issue
An excellent introduction to the New Afrikan Independence Movement.
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3
Mental Health and So-Called “Black Criminality”
Shaka v. Indiana: A wealth of new criteria qualify Shaka for a new trial or a modified sentence.
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4
For the Sake of Clarity on “Centralization”
Shaka elaborates what he means by "a centralized radical youth and student congress."
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NEWS WIRE
- Hegseth’s Speech: Beyond the Spectacle, a Racist Purge of the Military
Hegseth's task is to build a crusader army of far-right men. - Nobel War Prize
The "Nobel Peace Prize" is an anachronism given to imperialist tools. - Jared Ball Reviews “Tip Of The Spear” by Orisanmi Burton
A challenge to existing studies of prisons and abolitionism.
STATEMENTS
Akili Shakur: The Reality of the Interstate Compact
Dr. Akili Shakur, an organizer, retired professor, and wife of Shaka A. Shakur joins Naptown People's Radio.
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The Hidden Face of the Interstate Corrections Compact: Human Trafficking
The ICC is used as a counterinsurgency tactic against political prisoners, jailhouse lawyers, and revolutionary-minded inmates.
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Why is the New Afrikan Freedom Campaign Necessary?
Hear the reasons behind the formation of the New Afrikan Freedom Campaign!
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Reactionary Violence is Colonial Violence: Shaka on Losing his Son, Jela
In this political and autobiographical piece, Shaka reflects on the loss of his son, Jela Simba Shakur.
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VIDEOS
New Documentary and Book about Shaka and the Need for New Afrikan Independence
In this interview, organizers speak on the need for a mass growth in the New Afrikan Freedom Campaign this year.
Watch Now! Across Enemy Lines: Shaka A. Shakur
This documentary is about more than just one man's struggle for freedom; it's a call to action for justice for all.
“Across Enemy Lines:” Watch the Trailer for the New Shaka Shakur Documentary
Get a sneak-peek at the new documentary before its worldwide release later in November!
Shaka Speaks at Special Political Prisoner Event
Shaka participates in an event on political prisoners and the international struggle.
Jared Ball on Shaka A. Shakur’s Forthcoming Book
Ball focuses on the editorial introduction and two appendices to "Manifestations of Thought," due out through 1804 books in September 2025.
Watch: Building a United Front against u.s. Imperialism
A robust two-day webinar featuring current and former political prisoners and revolutionaries!