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Donald Woods
Writing
Born December 15, 1933 · Hobeni, Eastern Cape, South Africa
Died August 19, 2001
Also known as Donald James Woods · Donald J. Woods
Biography
Donald James Woods CBE, was a South African journalist and anti-apartheid activist. As editor of the Daily Dispatch, he was known for befriending fellow activist Steve Biko, who was killed by the police after being detained by the South African government.
Awards & recognition
- Conscience-in-Media Award · 1978
- World Association of Newspapers' Golden Pen of Freedom Award · 1978
- Commander of the Order of the British Empire
