1961 – Umkhonto we Sizwe (ANC armed wing) formed.

In December 1961, after decades of peaceful protest had been met with brutal repression, the African National Congress (ANC) announced the formation of Umkhonto we Sizwe (Spear of the Nation), its armed wing. This book explores the circumstances that led to this historic decision, the first acts of sabotage carried out against apartheid infrastructure, and the legacy of MK in South Africa’s struggle for freedom.

Through vivid storytelling and historical insight, the book shows how ordinary men and women turned to extraordinary means in pursuit of justice, and how their sacrifices helped pave the way to a democratic South Africa.

LearnZA Publishing proudly presents this title as part of its mission to preserve South Africa’s defining moments in history.