Desmond Mpilo Tutu
- Born:
- October 7, 1931, Klerksdorp, South Africa
- Died:
- December 26, 2021, Cape Town, South Africa
- Nationality:
- South African
- Profession(s):
- Anglican Cleric, Theologian, Human Rights Activist
Early Life and Education
- Trained as a teacher before studying theology.
- Ordained as an Anglican priest in 1961.
- Studied at King's College London, earning a Bachelor of Divinity (Hons) and a Master of Theology.
Career and Major Achievements
- Dean of St. Mary's Cathedral, Johannesburg (1975), the first Black person to hold that position.
- Bishop of Lesotho (1976-1978).
- General Secretary of the South African Council of Churches (1978-1985).
- Archbishop of Cape Town (1986-1996), the first Black Archbishop.
- Awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1984 for his role in the struggle to abolish apartheid.
- Chair of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC) (1996-1998) in South Africa.
Legacy and Impact
Desmond Tutu was a pivotal figure in the anti-apartheid movement in South Africa and a global advocate for human rights. His work with the Truth and Reconciliation Commission helped to heal the nation after years of racial division. He remained a powerful voice for justice and equality until his death.
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Notable Works
- No Future Without Forgiveness (1999)
- God Has a Dream: A Vision of Hope for Our Time (2004)
- Made for Goodness: And Why This Makes All the Difference (2010)
Awards and Honors
| Award | Year |
|---|---|
| Nobel Peace Prize | 1984 |
| Albert Schweitzer Prize for Humanitarianism | 1986 |
| Pacem in Terris Award | 1987 |
| Presidential Medal of Freedom | 2009 |