9. The legacy of Black Consciousness in South Africa Flashcards
What was banned in 1976?
The legacy of Black Consciousness in South African politics Black Consciousness organisations were banned after 1976.
Which new organisation was founded in 1978?
A new organisation which took up their political ideas, the Azanian People’s Organisation (AZAPO), was formed in 1978. (The name ‘Azania’ comes from an old Greek name for the east coast of Africa.)
Where did AZAPO gain support?
AZAPO gained a strong following at the University of the North, at Turfloop. The organisation also had some support in Soweto, mainly amongst intellectuals and journalists, notably those on the Post and Sowetan newspapers.
What influenced AZAPO supporters?
Many AZAPO supporters were those who had been exposed to the ideas of Black Consciousness on black university campuses in the early 1970s.
Who did AZAPO never match the appeal of?
However, AZAPO never matched the appeal of the ANC or PAC and failed to have much impact in the 1980s.
Who did the sympathisers join in 1976?
Many Black Consciousness sympathisers joined the exiled or underground ANC after 1976.
True or false, the ideas of Black Consciousness certainly had a major impact on South African politics.
True
What had Black Consciousness renewed?
It renewed a sense of self - pride and assertiveness which had been diminished in the 1960s and which emerged again in the mass - based politics of the 1980s.
What did Black consciousness influence?
Black Consciousness influenced some Christian theologians who developed what they described as’ Black Theology’.
What did Black Theology emphasise?
Black theology emphasised the moral need to resist apartheid and argued that Christians should also be political activists.
What did Black Consciousness give momentum to?
Black Consciousness also gave momentum to African - led community and social welfare organisations, such as health projects and welfare clinics.
Give an example of African led community/social organisations?
For example, the Zanempilo (meaning ‘The One Bringing Health) Community Health Clinic was set up by Black Consciousness medical students near King William’s Town in the Eastern Cape.
Who does the clinic cater for?
The clinic became a model for primary health care for the poorest members of rural areas who had little access to medical facilities in the large cities.
What did supporters of Black consciousness set up?
Supporters of Black Consciousness also set up rural home industries for women, and organized leadership training for young black activists.
Many of these activists became important ______ and ________ leaders after apartheid ended.
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