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Art of liberation: Keorapetse Kgositsile in 2009. He was a pre-eminent cultural figure in the struggle, and was not afraid to critique the ANC’s ‘backwardness’ when it came to culture. His bridging of politics and art was one of his many talents. (Oupa Nkosi)
AFRICAN FESTIVAL OF ARTS AND CULTURE

Festac, the ANC and the arts

Keorapetse Kgositsile played a vital part in elevating the position of the cultural worker

  • Uhuru Phalafala
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