The Ahmed Kathrada Foundation is deeply saddened by the passing on of Comrade Tommy Vassen (aged 86) on 28 September 2022 in East Sussex. The Foundation extends its sincere condolences to the family, comrades, and friends of Comrade Tommy Vassen, an ANC veteran and member of the South African Communist Party (SACP) and the Anti-Apartheid…
The Ahmed Kathrada Foundation extends its heartfelt condolences to the family, friends and comrades of anti-apartheid struggle veteran, Rita Ndzanga. We recall with great sadness the bonds of friendship between the Ndzanga family and the Kathrada Foundation Just a week ago, on Sunday, 7 August, we were joined by the struggle stalwart at a tribute…
The Ahmed Kathrada Foundation Youth Activism Programme stands in solidarity with young people in South Africa and all across the globe as we continue to advocate for a more just and equal world. Today marks International Youth Day, and we would like to add our voice to the global #BeSeenBeHeard campaign led by the UN…
The Action for Accountability (A4A) project is a project co-funded by the European Union and implemented by the Ahmed Kathrada Foundation, Accountability Lab South Africa and the Public Service Accountability Monitor. The project team is looking to commission a consultant(s) to carry out a baseline study to inform its implementation of the Action forAccountability program…
In commemoration of Youth Day and the courage and sacrifice of the Soweto Uprising, the Ahmed Kathrada Foundation will host its inaugural Youth Day Parade which calls for justice and change for the lives of young people. The parade will take place on June 16 starting at 10:30am from Loftus Stadium. It will end at…
The Ahmed Kathrada Foundation is appalled at two racist incidents that took place on opposite sides of the Atlantic Ocean last week. On 15 May, at Stellenbosch University in South Africa’s Western Cape province, an 18-year old white student was filmed urinating on the furniture of a black student. He reportedly said, “This is what…
The Ahmed Kathrada Foundation welcomes the news of the issuing of red notices by Interpol against Atul and Rajesh Gupta, two of the three prominent members of the Gupta family. The Gupta family, who are fugitives from justice fled South Africa and are believed to be living in Dubai. On 9 July 2021, an extradition…
We are gathered here in the name of a giant. He is fallen but lives forever because his spirit will live in the hearts and minds of many generations to come, for Ahmed Kathrada was one for the ages. Today’s event is dedicated to the memory of Ahmed Kathrada. I am here to propose it…
We, the undersigned organisations, are gravely concerned at the recent targeting of migrants in their homes and at their workplaces.The calls made by several political parties and community activists to forcefully remove migrants from their homes, and to count the number of foreign nationals employed in South African restaurants, is profoundly disturbing. Actions such as…
Anti – racism programme manager Job summary: To develop and manage the anti-racism programme of the AKF. To provide support to the Anti-racism network of South Africa. Duties and responsibilities Develop and manage the anti-racism strategies and programmes of the AKF Provide support to the Anti- racism Network of South Africa Develop…