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#GCS 12.7.17 Pt3

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On his fascinating political career and deep love for South Africa, Minister Charles Nqakula opens up to Gareth about it all. Touching on his early days as a journalist, to rising as an activist to his thoughts on the ANC today, Nqakula walks through his life as he tells it in his new book 'The People's War - Reflections of an ANC cadre'. Discover the man behind the renowned work, including working with Steve Tshwete and specifically being in the room during President Mbeki's final cabinet meeting, here.

12 Jul 2017 2AM English Explicit South Africa Society & Culture · News Gareth Cliff and Team

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