to resolve its problems and create peace in an atmosphere free of confrontation and violence. We need the continuing engagement of the international community until apartheid has been eliminated and South Africa is, for the first time, a united, democratic and non-racial State. In that regard, we wish to appeal to the international community to render every support and increased assistance to the national liberation movements to enable them to re-establish themselves inside the country and assist the re-integration in society of released political prisoners and returnees. We also need the continuing support of the international community for the initiatives of the Governments of Angola and Mozambique so that peace may finally come to those two countries. Finally, the front-line and other neighbouring independent African States need every assistance so that they may be able to rebuild their economies, which have, for a long time, been affected by South Africa's acts of déstabilisation and aggression. Mr. DJOUDI (Algeria) (interpretation from French): It is in the natural order of things that precisely in the current special circumstances the presidency of the General Assembly should be held by a distinguished son of Africa as it discusses apartheid and its destructive consequences in southern Africa. This greatly pleases the Algerian delegation, which sees it as another well-deserved tribute to your dedication. Sir, to the struggle against apartheid and to the exemplary commitment of your country, Nigeria, to just causes in Africa and the world in general. I would also like to take this opportunity to express to the Secretary-General, Mr Javier Perez de Cuellar, the profound gratitude of my delegation for his tireless work in the accomplishment of his responsibilities and for the report he has submitted to us. JB/12 A/44/PV.97 42 (Mr, Djpudi, Algeria) For over four decades, southern Africa has been one of those regions of the 
**Analysis**
The text discusses the situation in southern Africa, specifically the struggle against apartheid and the need for international support and assistance to achieve peace and unity in the region. It also mentions the impact of South Africa's actions on neighboring countries, particularly Angola and Mozambique. The language used is diplomatic and focused on the political and social aspects of the issue, rather than economic or environmental concerns.

**Category**
Humanitarian aid and relief, International relations