From starting a multiracial school in Apartheid to teaching Afrikaans to people of colour, William Smith has been hailed as a national hero.
William Smith dedicated his life to making education - particularly maths and science - accessible to all South Africans. Images via theheritageportal.co.za
Just read that William Smith stood up for racial injustice, defying 1970s Apartheid by teaching multi-racial classes in maths & science to fill gaps not adequately covered by the Bantu Education system. He never turned students away. RIP Mr Smith ❤️ You made all the difference!He made subjects like mathematics and physical science – which weren’t adequately covered by the Bantu Education system – accessible to all his students.
Black engineers and scientists are coming forward on the radio to thank this man for his contributions what a legend.I don't know how many of us are Engineers and Scientists because of you., you made it look easy. You deciphered fundumentals of physics and Maths. WE are truly grateful Mr William Smith. We were ahead of our class because of you. Rest in peace my good Sir.
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