The early history of the Tanzanian army was shaped by interwoven domestic and international politics.
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A new book revisits her life, work and ideas and shows how relevant they still are today.
Together Apart: The Story of Living in Apartheid was written by two academics for readers of all ages to know about the pain and the triumph of South Africa’s past.
Andreé Blouin was erased from history despite her pivotal role in African independence. Today she has a book prize named after her.
Echoes of Southern African Independence is an audio archive project that brings history alive in a fresh and unique way.
Commerce, culture and heritage mix in rather strange and sometimes unsettling ways in South Africa, especially when the struggle for freedom is commemorated.
Struggle songs are relevant even in the post apartheid context because they continue to be an important way in which people deliberate on issues.
Despite being almost erased from history, Sithole’s ideas are still relevant today.
Kaunda will be remembered as a giant of 20th century African nationalism – a leader who gave refuge to revolutionary movements, a relatively benign autocrat and an international diplomat.
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Assistant Professor, Harvard University
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Lecturer, Culture and Media department, Birkbeck, University of London
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