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Paulo Freire and popular struggle in South Africa

20 September 2021 | Zamalotshwa Sefatsa | Tricontinental: Institute for Social Research Paulo Freire

Paulo Freire Books

MOJA joins the international community in celebrating the centenary of Paulo Freire -- one of the most important educational theorists of the twentieth century. Paulo Freire's work continues to inspire adult educators all over the world.

In this dossier, Zamalotshwa Sefatsa, writes about the influence of Freire's work in South Africa with specific reference to the Black Consciousness Movement, the trade union movement and several other organisations in South Africa. Sefatsa also argues that Freire's ideas remain relevant and influential today.

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