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George pemba biography

    george pemba biography
Field Information
Full Name George Milwa Mnyaluza Pemba
Date of Birth 02 April 1903
Place of Birth Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape, South Africa
Date of Death 21 October 1999
Place of Death Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape, South Africa
Citizenship / Country of Residence South African
Education Lovedale College; Fort Hare University; Royal Academy School (London)
Profession Artist; Teacher
Years of Activity c. 1920s - 1990s
Brief Information George Pemba was a pioneering South African artist known for his vibrant watercolours and oils that depicted the daily lives, struggles, and culture of black South Africans. His art provided a powerful visual commentary on the social and political conditions during apartheid, often reflecting themes of dignity, community, and resistance. Pemba's distinctive style and commitment to representing his people established him as a significant figure in 20th-century South African art.