As part of the CHY4U World History courses Unit on African Resistance leaders, Grade 12 student Erik Thalenhorst explores Kenneth Kaunda, the founding father and first President of Zambia, a true giant of the liberation movement in Southern Africa. From his early days as a teacher and passionate advocate against colonial oppression, to his leadership of the United National Independence Party (UNIP) and his steadfast commitment to non-violent resistance, Kaunda's journey embodied the hopes of a nation yearning for freedom. Join us as we uncover the moral fortitude, diplomatic prowess, and unwavering dedication that led Zambia to independence and saw Kaunda emerge as a leading voice for Pan-Africanism and a fierce opponent of apartheid in the region.

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