Tomgram: Joshua Frank, The New Climate Colonialism

Considered Angola's crown jewel by many, Lobito is a colorful port city on the country's scenic Atlantic coast where a nearly five-kilometer strip of land creates a natural harbor. Its white sand beaches, vibrant blue waters, and mild tropical climate have made Lobito a tourist destination in recent years. Yet under its shiny new facade is a history fraught with colonial violence and exploitation[...]