Unity, Diversity, and Race in South Africa
S07
Mac Maharaj
In contrast to the philosophy and practice of apartheid, the Freedom Charter adopted in 1955 declared that “All people shall have equal right to use their own languages, and to develop their own culture and customs; All national groups shall be protected by law against insults to their race and national pride….” and that “The aim of education shall be to teach the youth to love their people and their culture, to honor human brotherhood, liberty and peace.” In this course we shall look at some of the viewpoints that define the issues of race, ethnicity, language, culture, and religion as they manifest themselves in South Africa.