Brian Mkhululi Mphahlele has been a member of Khulumani Support Group in the Western Cape since its founding and currently serves as the secretary of the provincial executive committee. A former political prisoner and torture survivor, he provided testimony to the South African Truth and Reconciliation Commission and continues to fight for redress for apartheid survivors.
Built around extensive quotes from survivors of apartheid violations, this book examines South Africa's ongoing transition to democracy, demonstrating that efforts to reduce the high levels of violence in the country will have little effect until it commits to addressing inequality and racialised poverty.