

HAP 122 - A More Human Face - Steve Biko
Apr 16, 2023
Discover the profound impact of Steve Biko on the Black Consciousness Movement in South Africa. His activism challenged the status quo, promoting self-awareness and unity among the oppressed. Delve into Biko's philosophies on race and identity, and how his ideas continue to resonate in discussions of resistance and empowerment. His tragic fate at the hands of the Apartheid government underscores the importance of his legacy.
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Mandela Meets Black Consciousness
- Nelson Mandela encountered young militants in prison who refused to bow to oppression without reason.
- This resistance was the first encounter with the Black Consciousness Movement inspired by the Black Power Movement.
Biko on Apartheid's Weakness
- Steve Biko saw apartheid brutality as a sign of state weakness, not strength.
- He believed defying racist tyranny with courage undermined its power and made apartheid fearful of him.
Biko as Philosopher, Not Politician
- Biko was considered more of a philosopher than a political leader, contrasting with Mandela and Nyerere.
- Africana thought in the 20th century saw many political leaders also gain philosophical stature.