Affirming humanity of people key to prosperity

Racial oppression left a dehumanising legacy

22 March 2022 - 11:24

By Tessa Dooms

The 1960 Sharpeville massacre that we remember annually on March 21 as Human Rights Day, happened because of the bold political leadership of Robert Mangaliso Sobukwe, who recognised this link between apartheid as a racist regime and its dehumanisation of black people.

This article is reserved for Sunday Times subscribers.

A subscription gives you full digital access to all Sunday Times content.

Please visit SundayTimes.co.za in your desktop to view our latest subscription options.

Already subscribed? Simply sign in below.

Questions or problems? Email helpdesk@timeslive.co.za or call 0860 52 52 00.

View Full Site