Neil Aggett
Kenyan-South African physician and union leader
Born
1953
73 years ago
Died
Category
Activists & Humanitarians
Country
South Africa
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A physician who worked in South Africa, played a significant role in the trade union movement. Actively involved with the Medical Aid Fund, leading efforts to support and advocate for workers’ rights during apartheid. Died while in police custody, which led to widespread outcry and raised awareness regarding police brutality and human rights violations in South Africa.
Worked with the South African Medical Aid Fund
Led efforts in the trade union movement
Died in police custody, prompting protests
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