Legacy of Hope: A documentary on international solidarity in ending apartheid
Black Sash standing near the Parliamentary precinct where members frequently held silent protests to put an end to apartheid, a stop to unlawful imprisonment of anti-apartheid dissidents, the banning of activists, military conscription, and the breaking up of families.
A new documentary exploring the crucial role of international support in ending apartheid is expected to be screened on Thursday.
The documentary aims to spotlight the global solidarity in South Africa's liberation.
Zoetic Management, in collaboration with Moja Multimedia, will host the premiere screening of 'Legacy of Hope, Freedom Through Solidarity: The Russia, Cuba, South African Chapter,' a new documentary exploring the crucial role of international support in ending apartheid.
Operational Manager at Moja Multimedia, Grant Harmse said "Legacy of Hope" features interviews with prominent figures such as SACP General Secretary Solly Mapaila, Former State Security Minister MK Commander Ronnie Kasrils, Human Rights Commission Chairperson Chris Nissen, former MP Hilda Ndude, former Deputy Minister of International Relations and Cooperation Marius Fransman, as well as trade union leaders, and former exiles.
'This story is told by voices, voices that carried the weight of a nation's pain and dreams. The eroded hands of resistance. The whispered prayers of mothers who waited at windows for sons who never returned. The resolute voices of the angry youth chanting liberation songs in townships heavy with smoke, fear, and resolve.'
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Legacy of Hope: Panellists emphasise the importance of solidarity for South Africans
At the screening of the "Legacy of Hope" documentary premiere, Executive Chairman of the Sekunjalo Group, and guest of honour, Dr Iqbal Survè, highlighted the importance of solidarity among the Global South, and building solidarity among South Africans at home. Image: Ayanda Ndamane / Independent Newspapers Several panellists during the discussion on the forthcoming 'Legacy of Hope' documentary highlighted the significance of remembering our roots and how solidarity is the key for all South Africans. The issues of unity and global solidarity were among the top points highlighted by panellists at the premiere of the documentary, which took place on Thursday at the Wave Theatre Café in Cape Town. Organised by Zoetic Management, in collaboration with Moja Multimedia, 'Legacy of Hope, Freedom Through Solidarity: The Russia, Cuba, South African Chapter' is a new documentary exploring the crucial role of international support in ending apartheid. Many people gathered to hear panel members, which included the Executive Chairman of the Sekunjalo Group and guest of honour Dr Iqbal Survè, members of Parliament Bheki Radebe and Fadiel Adams, anti-apartheid activist Hilda Ndude, former deputy minister of International Relations and Cooperation and Moja Founde Marius Fransman, and Head of Journalism, CPUT, Dr Hermon Ogbamichael. Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. 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The film highlights the support provided by nations like Cuba, Russia, and China, and emphasises the continued importance of such alliances in today's world. 'Legacy of Hope' features interviews with prominent figures such as SACP General Secretary Solly Mapaila, former State Security minister and MK Commander Ronnie Kasrils, Human Rights Chairperson Chris Nissen, former MP Ndude, trade union leaders, and former exiles. Fransman said that the idea for the documentary came from the feeling that whenever people gathered to commemorate events, such as the anniversary of the Freedom Charter, they often lacked the knowledge of the context and history in which those events occurred. 'That's why it is called 'legacy of hope' - it's the legacy, but it's hope for the future. What are we telling our youth? What are we telling them about what's taken shape in our society? '...We said, let's do something recognising chapters in our society, and celebrating why we are here.' Fransman said that soon they will be going into universities and different parts of the country to screen the documentary. Ndude said that the solidarity highlighted in the documentary is what has kept the people of South Africa, and those who were exiled during apartheid, strong. 'It was that (global) solidarity that received them, sheltered them, welcomed them, and established the network for them. Solidarity is the key for us as South Africans, and we must always remember who we are and where we come from. 'Because if you know your roots, of where you come from, and your roots are rooted, you'll be able to build a very stable foundation moving forward.' MP Radebe highlighted that South Africa is a product of solidarity, and that in moving forward, the country cannot afford to move alone. He said that what is critical in regards to what South Africa has done is that it has ensured that the African Union is going to be represented, and has ensured that the Global South is represented. 'In moving forward, as Dr Iqbal Survé has indicated earlier, when we speak about solidarity, we must start with the solidarity within South Africa. It cannot be that in a country like ours, we can have the highest inequality in the world.'
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Legacy of Hope: Dr Iqbal Survè says importance of Global South solidarity needs to start at home
Sekunjalo Group Executive Chairman, Dr Iqbal Survè, was the guest of honour at the launch of the documentary. Image: Ayanda Ndamane/Independent Newpsapers At the screening of the "Legacy of Hope" documentary premiere, Executive Chairman of the Sekunjalo Group, and guest of honour, Dr Iqbal Survè highlighted the importance of solidarity among the Global South, and building solidarity amongst South Africans at home. The issues of inclusivity, unity and global solidarity was among the top points highlighted by panelists at the premiere of the "Legacy of Hope" documentary, which took place on Thursday, at The Wave Theatre Café in Cape Town. Organised by Zoetic Management, in collaboration with Moja Multimedia, 'Legacy of Hope, Freedom Through Solidarity: The Russia, Cuba, South African Chapter' is a new documentary exploring the crucial role of international support in ending apartheid. Many people gathered to hear panel members, which included members of parliament, Bheki Radebe and Fadiel Adams, anti-Apartheid activist Hilda Ndude, Former Deputy Minister of International Relations and Cooperation Marius Fransman and Head of Journalism at CPUT Dr. Hermon Ogbamichael. This 43-minute pilot episode is the first instalment of a six-part series examining the interwoven histories of South Africa's liberation movements and the global solidarity that proved vital to their success. The film highlights the support provided by nations like Cuba, Russia and China and emphasises the continued importance of such alliances in today's world. "Legacy of Hope" features interviews with prominent figures such as SACP General Secretary Solly Mapaila, Former State Security Minister and MK Commander Ronnie Kasrils, Human Rights Chairperson Chris Nissen, former MP Ndude, Fransman, trade union leaders and former exiles. Survè started by congratulating the organisers and filmmakers, who said that there is a serious attempt to rewrite our history, and that in terms of Global South solidarity, it is incredibly difficult to tell the truth and an authentic history, 'not a revisionist history', of our own country. 'Tonight is also about us taking back what is ours, which nobody must take away from us - our history, and our experiences, notwithstanding the fact that many have lost their way. That does not mean that that which we have fought for, and that which was created in solidarity, must simply be ignored because it's fashionable to do so.' Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Advertisement Next Stay Close ✕ Ad Loading 'We have come out of the period of a unipolar world. I say come out - we are not completely out of the unipolar world, and we are transitioning into a multi-polar world, where those of us in the Global South are beginning to find each other again. And beginning to understand, you know, the issue of a shared humanity. 'If there is one thing that's important, and I say this with enormous respect, as much as we want to emphasise the importance of the Global South's solidarity, that solidarity needs to start here, in our own country. 'You cannot be in this country right now and ignore the plight of the majority of people in this country. You cannot be blinded to issues of unemployment, non-access to healthcare and education, and just absolutely (be) a hopeless state for most of our young people." Survè said that values of solidarity must be part of a chain of values that start in society today, and that start in our homes. 'Someone a long time ago once said to me that if you understand history and you are clear about history, you will be able to design the future. 'And, you know, there's a lot of good about our struggles, and we forget that.' Survè said that it is very lonely to be in a place where you are against a dominant narrative, and that people can find themselves targeted when they are true to their authentic narrative. Sekunjalo Group Executive Chairman, Dr Iqbal Survè, was the guest of honour at the launch of the documentary. Panelists included: Head of Journalism, CPUT, Dr. Hermon Ogbamichael, anti-Apartheid activist Hilda Ndude, Co-Producer Marius Fransman, and members of parliament, Bheki Radebe and Fadiel Adams. Image: Ayanda Ndamane/Independent Newpsapers Co-Producer Marius Fransman said that "Legacy of Hope' is more than a documentary, and it is a reminder that freedom was never won in isolation. 'This film honours the powerful alliances that stood with South Africa in its darkest hour and invites a new generation to understand the meaning of global solidarity. We believe these stories must not only be remembered, but reactivated in the world we live in today." Co-Producer Bo Mbindwane emphasised the film's message for future generations. "We want young people to see themselves in this story - not just as beneficiaries of freedom, but as its next custodians. This film is a reminder that South Africa's freedom was never achieved in isolation. It was the result of global sacrifice and solidarity. That legacy still matters.'
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Legacy of Hope: A documentary on international solidarity in ending apartheid
Black Sash standing near the Parliamentary precinct where members frequently held silent protests to put an end to apartheid, a stop to unlawful imprisonment of anti-apartheid dissidents, the banning of activists, military conscription, and the breaking up of families. A new documentary exploring the crucial role of international support in ending apartheid is expected to be screened on Thursday. The documentary aims to spotlight the global solidarity in South Africa's liberation. Zoetic Management, in collaboration with Moja Multimedia, will host the premiere screening of 'Legacy of Hope, Freedom Through Solidarity: The Russia, Cuba, South African Chapter,' a new documentary exploring the crucial role of international support in ending apartheid. Operational Manager at Moja Multimedia, Grant Harmse said "Legacy of Hope" features interviews with prominent figures such as SACP General Secretary Solly Mapaila, Former State Security Minister MK Commander Ronnie Kasrils, Human Rights Commission Chairperson Chris Nissen, former MP Hilda Ndude, former Deputy Minister of International Relations and Cooperation Marius Fransman, as well as trade union leaders, and former exiles. 'This story is told by voices, voices that carried the weight of a nation's pain and dreams. The eroded hands of resistance. The whispered prayers of mothers who waited at windows for sons who never returned. The resolute voices of the angry youth chanting liberation songs in townships heavy with smoke, fear, and resolve.'
