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Dr Motsoko Pheko's writings reflected a deep commitment to the upliftment of the African who for centuries struggled under the yoke of colonial and apartheid oppression
Dr Motsoko Pheko's writings reflected a deep commitment to the upliftment of the African who for centuries struggled under the yoke of colonial and apartheid oppression
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The death of Dr Motsoko Pheko on 19 April 2024, at age 93, marks the end of a distinguished life that was dedicated to the cause of freedom for the people of his beloved Azania.

He was gifted with an abundantly long life during which his high intellect to become a theologian, lawyer, academic, historian, and author.Born in Lesotho on 13 November 1930, Dr Pheko joined the Pan-Africanist Congress of Azania in 1960 and served in several capacities as an organiser, branch chairperson, deputy president and, finally, President.

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