For Dennis Brutus..... 1924 -2009
Dennis Brutus - anti-aparthied activist, poet, professor and family man amongst others - passed on in his sleep today…. An excerpt from the family statement: Dennis lived his life as so many would wish to, in service to the causes of justice, peace, freedom and the protection of the planet. He remained positive about the future, believing that popular movements will achieve their aims. Dennis’ poetry, particularly of his prison experiences on Robben Island, has been taught in schools around the world. He was modest about his work, always trying to improve on his drafts. ...