The land is ours symbolizes the most profound national aspirations of the African people of Azania (South Africa). No leader has arisen in South Africa this century as the embodiment of the genuine struggle of the African people for repossession of land and restoration of usurped national sovereignty as Sobukwe. In spite of the suppression of his ideas and his role in the liberation struggle in South Africa and internationally, both foe and friend have indisputably acknowledged the unique and dynamic leadership of Mangaliso Sobukwe.

Members of the South African colonialist parliament justified the detention of Sobukwe on Robben Island and the suppression of his ideas by saying:
"Sobikwe is a leader, a man who had the whole country in turmoil within a short space of time."

"The powers that are seeking our downfall are gathering their forces to destroy us, and at this time they are assiduously looking for a start to give lustre to their nefarious schemes... Sobukwe would if given the opportunity, not hesitate to make up and regain what he has lost during detention"