In his fight for activists and HIV-positive prisoners, Judge Thumba Pillay held the line for humanity
Daily Maverick | 25.05.2026 18:05
Thanks to the 1860 Heritage Centre for hosting a memorable celebration of a stalwart of the struggle for democracy. And for inviting me to speak. As a 60-something asked to speak at the birthday of a 90-year-old, I know that I’m an afterthought. That’s okay. All the eligible, eloquent and eminent speakers are already up there in heaven, looking down upon us, wondering whether their sacrifices were worthwhile.
