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A teenager from South Africa shares his everyday life.

A biography of businessman Elon Musk, discussing his childhood in South Africa, his immigration to the United States in 1992, and his involvement with PayPal, Tesla Motors, and SpaceX.

In Khayelitsha, South Africa, Neo's passion for music leads her to her first love--Tale, the female lead singer of a local band--and an internship at the local radio station, and both experiences teach Neo about the risks and rewards of using her own voice to empower others.

Born into African royalty, he became an international hero for his sacrifices in the fight against apartheid. After decades in jail, he emerged as the leader of his reborn nation. Journey to freedom alongside one of the most compelling figures of the 20th century. Learn the remarkable story of his life, from his idyllic childhood through his years of imprisonment to his triumphant election as president of South Africa.

In a land torn by hatred and injustice, James Earl Jones and Richard Harris are two fathers -- one a man of peace, the other a man of power and privilege -- whose lives seem destined for a violent collision. But instead, in the wake of a tragic killing, these extraordinary men form an unlikely union...and together find the kind of understanding that could heal a nation!.

Join two African children as they explore life with their families.

A biography of Nelson Mandela, South African anti-apartheid activist, political prisoner, and president.

Depicts the youthful Nelson Mandela and reveals his revolutionary commitment to destroy the corrupt and evil state of apartheid. Describes the years as a fugitive, his undercover life, and the secret operations that led up to his imprisonment. Includes a timeline, chapter notes, and an index.

Southern white rhinos are in trouble. For years, a rumor has been spreading that their horns can be used to cure cancer, and poachers have been targeting these gentle creatures. Sandra Markle takes readers behind the scenes to see how civilians, volunteer organizations, and African governments are working together to protect rhinos.

"A ... picture biography of civil-rights activist and Grammy Award-winning South African singer Miriam Makeba"--OCLC.