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South Africa remembers Steve Biko

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On this day in 1977, the leader of the Black Consciousness movement, Steve Biko, died in police custody. The struggle icon’s spirit and ideas lives on in many lives of ordinary South Africans. In remembrance, South Africans took to social media to mark the 41st anniversary of his death.

Here’s a look at what they had to say.

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Steve Biko?? . Assassinated 31 years ago today! . Apart from Nelson Mandela, nobody symbolised the struggle against the apartheid more than Steve Biko. . . The leader of the Black Consciousness movement, he was arrested at a police road block in August 1977 and held under the country’s terrorism legislation. . . He died shortly after arriving at Pretoria prison the following month. . Born on December 18 1946, last year Google commemorated what would have been his 70th birthday with a commemorative Doodle in recognition of his role in the modern history of South Africa. . “On the 70th anniversary of Biko’s birth, we remember his courage and the important legacy he left behind. Thank you, Steve Biko, for dedicating your life to the pursuit of equality for all,” said Google. . . #stevebiko #apartheid #celebrate #humanitarian #biko

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Remembering #SteveBiko continue to Rest In Peace ✊?✊?✊?

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