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“Men and boys, we show our manhood through the way we treat our women. Our wives, our sisters, our mothers.”

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Desmond Tutu
Desmond Tutu

Desmond Tutu, born on October 7, 1931, was a prominent anti-apartheid activist, theologian, and author from South Africa. He played a significant role in the abolition of apartheid in South Africa and was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1984 for his efforts. more

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