Sol Plaatje: first black South African to write a novel in English

In 1876, in a small place called Doornfontein, a boy named Solomon Plaatje was born into a Tswana Christian family working at a mission station. He grew up to become one of the clearest voices in South African history. As a child, young Sol was curious and bright. While other kids chased goats, he ...Discover this captivating African story and immerse yourself in our rich cultural heritage.

Sol Plaatje: first black South African to write a novel in English

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In 1876, in a small place called Doornfontein, a boy named Solomon Plaatje was born into a Tswana Christian family working at a mission station. He grew up to become one of the clearest voices in South African history. As a child, young Sol was curious and bright. While other kids chased goats, he ...

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Sol Plaatje: first black South African to write a novel in English

In 1876, in a small place called Doornfontein, a boy named Solomon Plaatje was born into a Tswana Christian family working at a mission station. He grew up to become one of the clearest voices in South African history.


As a child, young Sol was curious and bright. While other kids chased goats, he ...

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