Robert Sobukwe
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Summary
Robert Sobukwe was born on December 5, 1924[1], in Graaff-Reinet[2]. He died on February 27, 1978[3], in Kimberley[4]. He worked as an educator[5], activist[6], and politician[7]. He ranks in the top 0.71% of human entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (1,357 views/month, #7,094 of 1,000,298).[8]
Key Facts
- Place of burial: Graaff-Reinet[9]
- Spouse: Zondeni Veronica Sobukwe[10]
- Country of citizenship: South Africa[11]
- Employer: University of the Witwatersrand[12]
- Educated at: University of Fort Hare[13], University of London[14], University of South Africa[15], University of the Witwatersrand[16]
- Sex or gender: male[17]
- Member of political party: Pan Africanist Congress of Azania[18]
- Commons category: Robert Sobukwe[19]
- Cause of death: lung cancer[20]
- Residence: Kimberley[21]
- Family name: Sobukwe[22]
- Given name: Robert[23]
- Manner of death: natural causes[24]
- Described by source: Dictionary of African Biography[25]
- Languages spoken, written or signed: English[26], Zulu[27], Xhosa[28]
- Place of detention: Robben Island[29]
- Date of burial or cremation: March 11, 1978[30]
- P14541: 3shMO9[31]
Why It Matters
Robert Sobukwe has Wikipedia articles in 11 language editions, a strong signal of global cultural recognition.[32] He is known by 11 alternative names across languages and contexts.[33]
FAQs
Where was Robert Sobukwe born?
Robert Sobukwe was born in Graaff-Reinet[2].
Where did Robert Sobukwe die?
Robert Sobukwe died in Kimberley[4].
Who was Robert Sobukwe married to?
Robert Sobukwe's spouses include Zondeni Veronica Sobukwe[10].
What did Robert Sobukwe do for work?
Robert Sobukwe worked as an educator[5], activist[6], and politician[7].
Where did Robert Sobukwe go to school?
Robert Sobukwe was educated at University of Fort Hare[13], University of London[14], University of South Africa[15], and University of the Witwatersrand[16].