Tag Archives: apartheid

In memory of Steve Bantu Biko: 18 December 1946 – 12 September 1977

September 12, 2008

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Today marks the 31st anniversary of the tragic death of Steve Biko who died in police custody on 12 September 1977, the 46th person to die in police detention.  Steve Biko was an incredible leader who’s life was decisively cut short by the apartheid regime. In honour of Steve Biko’s contribution to South Africa, History [...]

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Teaching Apartheid in a High School

June 18, 2008

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A task like no other Like no other job. Teaching is a great way to learn new things. Most teachers lack the time for meta-cognition. I’m a part-timer, and have the privilege to be able to reflect on my own practice. Having been employed and freelanced in many other institutions, I now appreciate that teachers [...]

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