Reflections on George Bizos, on whose shoulders we stand
(WorldNews Africa)

“There comes a time in the life of every person when you either succumb or you fight.” — George Bizos Although this quote can resonate with many young activists, it is not often that people stand up against a system that works for them. As an “activator” and an activist in different contexts, I have often felt that those with privilege should stand up and fight for those who are oppressed by such a system. The life and work of George Bizos, for me, signifies this. Not only did he fight, he also left us a manual — the Constitution — with which we can continue to honour his and his colleagues` legacies. In a South Africa where politics is synonymous with corruption and greed, I imagine that...