We Never Give Up

Synopsis

A tapestry of stories told by ten survivors of apartheid violence, all of whom are still struggling today. These stories represent the harsh experiences of thousands of ordinary South Africans who participated in or who were excluded from the Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC). The storytellers are all members the Khulumani Support Group, Western Cape. They are involved in a protracted battle to hold the South African government accountable to its promise to pay final reparations. This documentary is the latest in a porfolio of work reflecting research in Ireland, Peru and South Africa.

Language

English

Country

Great Britain

Year of release

2003

Year of production

2002

Subjects

Politics & government

Keywords

apartheid; South Africa

Distribution Formats

Type

VHS

Availability

Sale

Duration/Size

70 minutes

Year

2003

Production Company

Name

Human Rights Media Group

Email

hmc@africa.com

Phone

+27 021 762 2092

Fax

+27 021 762 2092

Address

2 Haven House
2 Mains Avenue
Kenilworth 7700
South Africa

Sponsor

Name

Arts and Humanities Research Council

Name

European Union Foundation for Human Rights

Name

Ford Foundation, Southern Africa Office

Name

Khulumani Support Group Western Cape

Name

Royal Holloway Media Arts, University of London