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Oliver Tambo

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… 28/10/2022 Personal Information Oliver Reginald Kaizana Tambo Born: 27/10/1917 in Nkantolo, Bizana, Mpondoland, … (1955 - 1958) Early years Oliver Reginald Kaizana Tambo (more popularly known as Oliver Tambo or OR) was born … Old Filename http://www.sahistory.org.za/people/bios/tambo,o.htm Staff Picks Off Oliver Reginald Kaizana Tambo (OR) …

Dali Tambo

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… 09/02/2017 Updated 08/03/2024 Personal Information Dali Tambo Born: 01/03/1961 in Johannesburg,South Africa Dali Tambo is the son of the late former ANC President Oliver Tambo and his wife Adelaide Tambo , He has two sisters, …

Adelaide Frances Tambo

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… Updated 19/07/2024 Personal Information Adelaide Frances Tambo Born: 18/07/1929 in Top Location, Vereeniging,South … 31/01/2007 in Johannesburg, South Africa Adelaide Frances Tambo (nee Tshukudu) was born on 18 July 1929 in Top Location, Vereeniging, in the Vaal Triangle. Tambo attended the St Thomas Practising School in …

Thembi Shange Nobadula

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… (UK), where she became neighbours with Adelaide and Oliver Tambo while helping to establish the then- banned ANC in … in the UK. Working closely with the likes of Adelaide Tambo, Adelaide Joseph, Mary Turok , Hilda Bernstein , and … the struggle for over 32 years. In 1986, she and Adelaide Tambo led the ANCWL (working hand-in-hand with the …

Ruth Mompati

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… her neighbour, Mrs Njiwa, who was working at Mandela and Tambo law firm, wanted to go and study medicine. When her neighbour left Mandela and Tambo law firm, Ruth applied and I got the job. Ruth’s … she worked as a typist for Nelson Mandela and Oliver Tambo in their law practice in Johannesburg. In 1954, she …

Luli Callinicos

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… (1993). In 1992, she was commissioned to write Oliver Tambo’s biography, which was published as Oliver Tambo: Beyond the Engeli Mountains . Callinicos has also … at: khanyacollege.org.za [Accessed 24 August 2009] Oliver Tambo: His Life and Legacy by Luli Callinicos. Press Release …

Viacheslav “Ivan” Shiryaev

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… he played an important role in the decision by Oliver Tambo, Alfred Nzo and Joe Modise to train MK pilots and naval … “Ivan” Shiryaev with the Order of the Companions of OR Tambo in Silver for his tireless efforts in assisting the ANC … he played an important role in the decision by Oliver Tambo, Alfred Nzo and Joe Modise to train MK pilots and naval …

Moses Mbheki Mncane Mabhida

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… Lobatse conference in October 1962, he was asked by Oliver Tambo to devote himself to the development of the ANC's armed … popularity among ANC members and his close friendship with Tambo. Throughout his years in exile, Mabhida enjoyed wide … in March 1986.In a eulogy at his state funeral, Oliver Tambo observed that Mabhida had been educated in "the stern …

Joseph Fansio Mati

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… caused by the Group of Eight, which tried to topple Oliver Tambo , the ANC wanted to strengthen the Party within the … ANC activities he was sent to Maputo to meet with Oliver Tambo and Joe Slovo . However, in June 1977 Mati was caught … 25 August 2012] Coetzee, J.K., Gilfillan, L. And Hilec, O., 2002. “Chapter 3 Joseph Faniso Mati: The Organiser” in …

Kate Dinkwetsi Molale

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… 1975. In 1978 she joined the delegation under Oliver Tambo to Cuba. Molale spent her last years in Tanzania , … 1975. In 1978 she joined the delegation under Oliver Tambo to Cuba. Molale spent her last years in Tanzania , …

Thabo Mvuyelwa Mbeki

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… twentieth century. Its alumni include the likes of Oliver Tambo , Nelson Mandela , Robert Mugabe and Chief Mangosuthu … president, to London. Mbeki stayed with Oliver Tambo, who became the effective leader of the ANC after Mandela was imprisoned. Mbeki worked part-time with Tambo and Yusuf Dadoo while studying economics at Sussex …

Cleopas Madoda Nsibande

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… Chief Albert Luthuli, Nelson Mandela and Oliver Tambo. In 1958, he was one of the leaders of the ‘Potato … He was a confidant of the then ANC president Oliver Tambo. Of paramount importance, was the role he played in … Chief Albert Luthuli, Nelson Mandela and Oliver Tambo. In 1958, he was one of the leaders of the ‘Potato …

Helene Marie Passtoors

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… under the immediate command of Slovo, with Oliver Tambo as the Commander of Special Operations. She performed … Hélène Passtoors with the Order of the Companions of OR Tambo for her contribution to the underground work of MK and … under the immediate command of Slovo, with Oliver Tambo as the Commander of Special Operations. She performed …

Cleopas Madoda Nsibande

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… Chief Albert Luthuli, Nelson Mandela and Oliver Tambo. In 1958, he was one of the leaders of the ‘Potato … He was a confidant of the then ANC president Oliver Tambo. Of paramount importance, was the role he played in … praises Nsibande .news24.com. Last accessed 8 January 2009 O ration by the President of the Republic of South Africa, …

Florence Mophosho

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… country such as Moses Kotane , Moretsele , J.B. Marks , O.R. Tambo and Nelson Mandela . Florence was instrumental in … the world were read. And the ANC leaders, President O.R. Tambo, T.T. Nkobi, S. Dlamini, D. Tloome, Chris Hani , Ray …

Ambrose Mzimkhulu Makiwane

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… leaders of the ANC and SACP leadership, including Oliver Tambo , Moses Kotane, Duma Nokwe and Joe Slovo . That same … group of communists who had taken over the ANC and Oliver Tambo’s leadership. Rifts between the Makiwane the ANC … Mqoto, George Mbele, Jonas Motlou, Tennyson Makiwane , O. K. Setlapelo, Pascal Ngakane, and Thami Bongo were …

Moses Mabhida

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… Lobatse conference in October 1962, he was asked by Oliver Tambo to devote himself to the development of the ANC's armed … popularity among ANC members and his close friendship with Tambo. Throughout his years in exile, Mabhida enjoyed wide … in March 1986. In a eulogy at his state funeral, Oliver Tambo observed that Mabhida had been educated in "the stern …

Terry Bell

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… of ANC supporting members were not renewed. ANC leader O.R. Tambo and Jack Simons suggested he take up a job in New … occasional lecturer in alternatives in education. In 1979 Tambo asked Bell, with Barbara, to relocate to Tanzania to …

Benson Tsele

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… patrolling Rhodesian army – to reach South Africa. Oliver Tambo , the exiled ANC acting president and supreme … who later became his supreme commander in chief, Oliver Tambo. Tsele went on to receive his university education at … patrolling Rhodesian army – to reach South Africa. Oliver Tambo , the exiled ANC acting president and supreme …

Joe Nzingo Gqabi

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… government. At his funeral, the late ANC president Oliver Tambo said: "To say the enemy has struck us a blow is to … that he might eventually be a successor to Oliver Tambo. His body was exhumed in 2004 and brought to South …

Benjamin Johnson Langa

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… facts were known to the leadership of the ANC, President Tambo personally met with the family to explain and apologise … facts were known to the leadership of the ANC, President Tambo personally met with the family to explain and apologise … was party to the decision that our then President, Oliver Tambo met members of the Langa family to explain the …

Aidan Walsh

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… are portraits of President Nelson Mandela and Oliver Tambo. Walsh was also known for his watercolours of bleak … are portraits of President Nelson Mandela and Oliver Tambo. Walsh was also known for his watercolours of bleak …

Moritz Isaac ("Manu") Herbstein

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… contributions to the ANC via an account in the name, O.R. Tambo and T.X. Makiwane (see illustration on the right – … contributions to the ANC via an account in the name, O.R. Tambo and T.X. Makiwane (see illustration on the right – …

Ambrose Makiwane

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… leaders of the ANC and SACP leadership, including Oliver Tambo , Moses Kotane, Duma Nokwe and Joe Slovo . That same … group of communists who had taken over the ANC and Oliver Tambo’s leadership. Rifts between the Makiwane the ANC … Mqoto, George Mbele, Jonas Motlou, Tennyson Makiwane , O. K. Setlapelo, Pascal Ngakane, and Thami Bongo were …

Godfrey Mokgonane Pitje

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… took up law and served articles in the firm of Mandela and Tambo, qualifying as an attorney in 1959. He was subject to … took up law and served articles in the firm of Mandela and Tambo, qualifying as an attorney in 1959. He was subject to …

John Collins

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… South Africa, where he met with Nelson Mandela , Oliver Tambo , Walter Sisulu , Albert Lithuli and other African … St Paul’s Cathedral was attended by many, including Oliver Tambo, who considered himself Collins’ ‘eldest son’. He was … was posthumously awarded The Order of the Companions of OR Tambo in Gold for ‘his excellent contribution to the struggle …

Sibusiso Mandlenkosi Emmanuel Bengu

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… the ANC and developed a working friendship with Oliver Tambo .The former government Minister of Education introduced … the ANC and developed a working friendship with Oliver Tambo .The former government Minister of Education introduced …

Jan van Eck

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… and journalists, were praised by late ANC leader Oliver Tambo for braving arrest to meet the banned organisation. … Helen Suzman and the go-getting Jan van Eck," Tambo told the gathering. He entered Parliament as an MP for … and journalists, were praised by late ANC leader Oliver Tambo for braving arrest to meet the banned organisation. …

Solomzi Ashby Peter Mda

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… comprised of Nelson Mandela, Walter Sisulu and Oliver Tambo, to oversee the activities of the League. Though the … the forth-coming ANC national conference in 1949. Oliver Tambo, Mda's deputy, who was absent from the conference … comprised of Nelson Mandela, Walter Sisulu and Oliver Tambo, to oversee the activities of the League. Though the …

Zweledinga Pallo Jordan

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… training.In 1979, on the recommendation of Oliver Tambo , he was appointed director of the ANC's first internal … Guidelines. In 1986, Jordan accompanied Oliver Tambo, Mac Maharaj , Chris Hani , Thabo Mbeki and James … training.In 1979, on the recommendation of Oliver Tambo , he was appointed director of the ANC's first internal …