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African legend OR Tambo to be honoured at Unisa

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This year marks what would have been the 106th birthday of renowned anti-apartheid activist, teacher, and longest-serving president of the African National Congress,  Oliver Reginald Tambo. In commemoration of this struggle icon and doyen of democracy, the University of South Africa, in partnership with the Oliver & Adelaide Tambo Foundation, will host a third memorial lecture in celebration of his life.  The event will be hosted as follows: 

Date:   Friday, 27 October 2022

Time:  13:30 for 14:00

Venue: Unisa Muckleneuck Campus, 3rd Floor, Function Hall, Kgorong Building, Preller Street, Muckleneuck

OR join via the link (381) OR TAMBO MEMORIAL LECTURE - YouTube

The theme for 2023 is Reclaiming Africa’s Intellectual Futures. It focuses on Tambo as a youth/student and his use of mathematics, science, and law to shape the world. An exhibition celebrating the life and times of Tambo will take place from 25 to 27 October at the same venue.

The keynote speaker is The Honourable Khumbudzo Ntshavheni, Minister in the Presidency, and her paper will encapsulate the life and legacy of Tambo, offering a profound exploration of his leadership, vision, and unwavering commitment to equality, human rights, and social justice. This address will not only celebrate the triumphs achieved under Tambo's leadership, but also acknowledge the challenges faced by him.

It will further propose ways and means to foster a foundation towards a safer and healthier South Africa where the youth are more inspired and hopeful about the future.

The discussants will be Zachary Kingsto, an OR Tambo family delegate, and Natasha Allie, the Acting CEO of the Oliver & Adelaide Tambo Foundation

 

* By Unisa Media Relations

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Publish date: 2023/10/25

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