Steve Bantu Biko
Steve Bantu Biko was a prominent South African anti-apartheid activist and the founder of the Black Consciousness Movement, which aimed to empower black South Africans and challenge the systemic racism of apartheid. His philosophy emphasized the importance of psychological liberation and self-identity for black people. Biko was arrested in 1977 and died in police custody, becoming a martyr for the struggle against apartheid and a symbol of resistance.
Born on Dec 18, 1946 (78 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Africa | 1 | 9.00 | 0.34% | +0% | 59,308,690 | 203,810 | $350,000 | 1,203$ |
| Totals | 1 | 59,308,690 | 203,810 | $350,000 | 1,203$ |
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South Africa:
Biko is mentioned as a political icon who fought against apartheid.
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South Africa:
Steve Bantu Biko is noted as a genuine, revolutionary and selfless African leader who was assassinated.
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