Sol Plaatje
South African journalist and activist
Born
1876
149 years ago
Died
June 19th, 1932
93 years ago — 56 years old
Category
Activists & Humanitarians
Country
South Africa
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A prominent journalist and activist, he co-founded the African National Congress in 1912. His work as an editor for publications such as 'Tsala ea Becoana' and 'The Golden City Post' focused on the rights of black South Africans. An author of both fiction and non-fiction, he published 'Native Life in South Africa' in 1916, which critiques the conditions black people faced under British colonial rule. He was also a key figure in raising awareness of the injustices faced by black South Africans in the early 20th century.
Co-founded the African National Congress
Published 'Native Life in South Africa'
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