The mass unrest has forced an unprecedented global conversation on the legacy of slavery, European colonialism and white violence against people of colour, as well as the militarisation of police in America. Traore's sister Assa Traore called on those attending the rally to "denounce the denial of justice, denounce social, racial, police violence". LONDON PROTESTSIn London, far-right protesters clashed with police in the city centre after gathering to challenge people demonstrating against racism. Anti-racism protests went ahead in other British cities, including Brighton in the south and Liverpool in the north. They held eight minutes of silence to remember Floyd, who was pinned to the ground by the white officer's knee on his neck for eight minutes and 46 seconds.

Source: Daily Nation June 14, 2020 04:07 UTC