THE SMART NEWS SOURCE | Feb 10 2012 16:30 | LAST UPDATED Feb 10 2012 16:30
Articles about Irene Grootboom

Civil society sprouts another champion

With celebrations marking the 25th anniversary of the UDF barely over, another broad-based, left-leaning civil society grouping having been launched.

Grootboom dies homeless and penniless

Irene Grootboom was the woman whose name became known around the world for enforcing the state's obligation to respect socio-economic rights.

R.I.P

Irene Grootboom died this week, penniless and homeless in her shack in Wallacedene.


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