"It may be that apartheid brings such stupendous economic advantages to countries that they would sooner have apartheid than permit its destruction"

In this quote, Oliver Tambo is recommending that some countries may select to maintain the system of apartheid, regardless of its ethical and ethical ramifications, since it brings substantial financial advantages. He suggests that these nations prioritize financial gain over the wellness and equality of their citizens. Tambo's use of the word "stupendous" emphasizes the magnitude of these financial benefits, suggesting that they are too great to be compromised for the sake of taking apart apartheid. This quote highlights the complex and often conflicting inspirations behind the perpetuation of oppressive systems, and the challenging choices that must be made in the pursuit of economic prosperity.