Education in Exile

SOMAFCO, the African National Congress School in Tanzania, 1978-1992 by Sean Morrow
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    Subjects:
  • Schools,
  • South Africans,
  • History,
  • African National Congress,
  • History - General History,
  • Solomon Mahlangu Freedom Colle,
  • History: World,
  • Tanzania,
  • Africa - South - South Africa,
  • General,
  • History / South Africa,
  • Education,
  • Popular education

  • The Physical Object
    FormatPaperback
    Number of Pages230
    ID Numbers
    Open LibraryOL7842748M
    ISBN 100796920516
    ISBN 109780796920515

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    3. The African National Congress: A Driving Force

    Brown Maaba provides an in-depth exploration of the ANC's role in establishing SOMAFCO and its impact on the education of South Africans in exile. 'Education in Exile' illustrates how the ANC recognized the importance of education as a weapon against apartheid and prioritized the development of intellectual capabilities for future leaders.

    3.1 Anchored in History: The ANC's Struggles and Triumphs

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    4. Tanzania: A Host Nation's Significant Role

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    5. Education as Liberation: The Legacy of SOMAFCO

    Education in Exile unveils the long-lasting impact SOMAFCO had on generations of South Africans. The book demonstrates how the education provided at SOMAFCO not only equipped students with knowledge and skills but also strengthened their resolve to fight against apartheid upon their return to South Africa.

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    Dive into the inspiring account of SOMAFCO and the South Africans who, against all odds, pursued education during their exile.

    - African History Association
    Book Details
    ISBN-10 0796920516
    Subjects Schools, South Africans, History, African National Congress, History - General History, Solomon Mahlangu Freedom College, History: World, Tanzania, Africa - South - South Africa, General, History / South Africa, Education, Popular education
    Physical Format Paperback
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