Tuesday, February 27, 2007
Neville Curtis, 1947-2007
Long-time anti-apartheid activist and former president of the National Union of South African Students has passed away at his home in Australia. During Curtis' tenure he helped transform NUSAS into a formidable political organization during a relatively quiescent time for black politics in the interregnum between the Sharpeville-Rivonia years and the Soweto Uprising. Hamba Kahle, Neville Curtis.
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Not only should Neville be remembered for his humanitarian efforts in South Africa, but also those in Australia especially in south east Tasmania. There are many who never thanked him when they had the chance. For his sake i hope that they now put into practice the lessons of life that Neville had tried to enlighten them too. S for those that need to, GET UP, STAND UP! Thanks for everything Neville! RIP
Annita --
Thanks for the contribution. I know the South Africa side best and am glad you can remind us that he also was a vitally important figure in Australia's struggles for human rights.
dcat
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