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A tribute to a great struggle stalwart Paul David by Siva Naidoo

A tribute to a great struggle stalwart Paul David by Siva Naidoo

I first came into contact with Comrade Devadas Paul David in 1977, soon after a few of us established the Tongaat Youth Club.

Black Consciousness Movement (BCM)

Black Consciousness Movement (BCM)

On 12 September 1977, the Black Consciousness leader Steve Biko died while in the custody of security police.

Conclusion: Black Consciousness Movement

Conclusion: Black Consciousness Movement

It can be concluded that the death of Biko left a vacuum similar to the one created by the banning of the ANC and the PAC after Sharpeville.

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Koringberg

Koringberg

Koringberg, one of many in the areas to have its roots in the church. It was only when the community broke away from the Dutch Reformed church in...

Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park

Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park

Where the red dunes and scrub fade into infinity and herds of gemsbok, springbok, eland and blue wildebeest follow the seasons, where imposing camel...

Knysna Forest

Knysna Forest

The Knysna Forest has a rich history spanning thousands of Years, from indigenous use to colonial exploitation and modern conservation.

Greater Mapungubwe Heritage Site And Tour.

Greater Mapungubwe Heritage Site And Tour.

"As we celebrate the launch of the Greater Mapungubwe Heritage Route, we urge citizens of Limpopo Province and beyond to explore the cultural...

Kruger National Park

Kruger National Park

The Kruger National Park was proclaimed on 31 May 1926 under the newly formed National Parks Board of Trustees, which became the controlling body of...

Green Point

Green Point

The area about Green Point was initially used by the Dutch as a cattle grazing station. After the British annexed the Cape in 1806, they began to...

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