“And let there be no mistake: there have been many changes, and negotiations have started, but for the ordinary black person of this country, apartheid is alive and well.” ~ Address to the nation on the assassination of Martin Chris Hani, 10 April 1993
“Black lives are cheap, and will remain so as long as apartheid continues to exist. Chris Hani championed the cause of peace, trudging to every corner of South Africa, calling for a spirit of tolerance among all out people.” ~ Address at the funeral of Martin Chris Hani, Soweto, 19 April 1993
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Alan Straton
Chief Cook, Bottle Washer and Broom Mechanic at MyPE
Passionate about Port Elizabeth and definitely NOT packing for Perth.
Alan's ethos is epitomised in the words of Nelson Mandela; "I have fought against white domination and I have fought against black domination. I have cherished the idea of a democratic and free society. If need be, it is an ideal for which I am prepared to die."
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