What do Archbishop Desmond Tutu, Carlos Santana, Danny Glover, and Gillian Anderson have in common?
They’re all trying to save Africa. As AIDS in Africa skyrockets and as hopes for the successful resuscitation of so many struggling societies seem fainter by the day, a few prominent Westerners are taking notice. “Join us in spreading a spiritual virus” of compassion, Santana said at a press conference addressing the issue, announcing his intention to help eradicate the scourge of AIDS. Artists for a New South Africa, an organization originally founded to help free South African society from the yoke of apartheid, is now refocused on helping the entire continent deal with the disease. “We overcame apartheid; we are going to overcome AIDS,” declared Archbishop Tutu, who has also lent his support to the cause. The organization is planning a massive concert and gala event this October in LA. The star-studded evening will be held at the Greek Theater and will seek to raise awareness of, and money for, the plight of the African continent. No doubt the invite list will include a who’s who of
