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Robben Island to Wall Street - My Life (Paperback, New)
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Robben Island to Wall Street - My Life (Paperback, New)
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Dr Gaby Magomola's book reflects on a critical time in the history
of South Africa. Taking broad lyrical strides across various major
crucial epochs in the history of this country, Gaby offers an
insider’s view of a number of key events. During the 1960s, the
country was in the grip of various uprisings leading to the
Sharpeville massacre, and the arrest and incarceration of various
leaders and activists of the day, including the young Gaby. Some
years later, the Soweto uprisings followed; while during the 80s
and early 90s the repressive reign of PW Botha prevailed - which
later ended with the subsequent demise of Apartheid. A wide range
of events are aptly captured in this brave book – vivid
descriptions of his life as a young man, his involvement in the
struggle and his adult life as a businessman in the new South
Africa. Readers will enjoy sharing his journey to various places
which had shaped his life, from the Bekkersdal township, to Robben
Island, then moving on to Mabopane township, swiftly over to the
United States and then, thankfully for his compatriots in South
Africa, back to Johannesburg. This true account is a significant
contribution to documenting life in Apartheid South Africa. In
looking wider than the inside of Robben Island, as one of South
Africa's most symbolic centers of incarceration during the dark
days of Apartheid, Gaby Magomola elevates this personal story to a
life-affirming tale of courage and hope for all generations. In
overcoming historical injustices and having dealt with a painful
personal history in a courageous manner, Gaby tells a gripping
story which will serve to encourage a new generation of business
leaders. He generously shares his life strategies which led to his
survival within and triumph over a business world that was hostile
to black people. He endured a harsh prison life at the tender age
of nineteen; he navigated the steep climb from a casual labourer to
a global career in banking. On his return to South Africa, he made
a pioneering effort to set up new business ventures. Such
highlights form the lifeblood of a bold and enduring narrative.
Gaby Magomola is a man with an indomitable spirit, who made his
presence felt on Robben Island, much in the same manner as he did
later in the business arena locally and abroad. With his determined
effort at raising the morale during his incarceration, Gaby and his
trumpet was virtually the Island’s Pied Piper, and small wonder
then that he was the first person allowed to keep a musical
instrument. In the same manner as his music stirred hearts, this
book will serve to inspire generations to come.
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