“Mbeki began to write a study of the workings of apartheid policy in the reserves - the areas set aside in law for African occupation - as early as 1959 and 1960.”
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Ruth First
Ruth First was a prominent anti-apartheid activist from South Africa. Born on May 4, 1925, she dedicated her life to the struggle against racial segregation and discrimination. As a journalist, writer, and political analyst, she used her platform to advocate for human rights and social justice. First co-founded the underground newspaper, 'New Age', and was deeply involved in the African National Congress (ANC). Tragically, she was assassinated on August 17, 1982, becoming a symbol of the anti-apartheid movement. more