Ujima Housing Association letter

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This letter, dated March 20, 1996, is addressed to Mr. David Devine, Chair of the Ujima Housing Association, from Mr. MGP Lekota, Premier of the Free State in South Africa. It expresses an invitation for Ujima Housing Association to collaborate on housing development initiatives in the Free State province. The letter highlights ongoing discussions involving Bernie Grant MP about international cooperation in housing.

Key points:
– The letter is from MGP Lekota, Premier of the Free State in South Africa, to David Devine of Ujima Housing Association.
– It references previous discussions involving Bernie Grant MP related to housing development in South Africa.
– An open invitation is extended for Ujima Housing Association to visit the Free State to explore partnership opportunities.
– The letter is dated 20th March 1996.
– It reflects a gesture towards international collaboration on housing issues.

Bernie Grant, a prominent Black British MP known for his advocacy on racial justice, anti-racism, and international solidarity, engaged with issues connecting Black British institutions and communities in South Africa. This letter exemplifies efforts in the 1990s for building partnerships between Black-led organizations in the UK and South Africa during the post-apartheid period, linking trade unionism, community development, and internationalism.

Source note: The OCR transcription is clear and complete, allowing accurate interpretation of the letter's content and context.