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Humanity: Sol Plaatje placed his gifts at the service of African dignity
SOL PLAATJE

Editorial: Why Sol Plaatje still matters

Marking 150 years since the birth of Sol Plaatje, we reflect on the enduring legacy of the pioneering author, journalist, and ANC founder whose work continues to illuminate South…

  • M&G Media
2 min read
Linguistic: Solomon Tshekisho Plaatje used courtesy as strategy in his letters.
SOUTH AFRICAN HISTORY

A Motswana writer, author who argued with colonial power through letters

Beyond his celebrated books, Solomon T. Plaatje used letters, journalism, and Setswana orthography as weapons of resistance against colonial authority, shaping modern African…

  • Otshepeng Moletsane
5 min read
Intellectual: No South African thinker of the 20th century has produced a body of work that matches Sol Plaatje’s in its breadth, rigour and consequence. Photos: Northern Cape Provincial Government
SOUTH AFRICAN HISTORY

10 moments Plaatje changed SA forever

On his 150th birthday, a reappraisal of Solomon Tshekisho Plaatje highlights 10 pivotal moments where his pioneering journalism, activism, and intellectual work transformed South…

  • Lesley Mofokeng
9 min read