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"Being There" at the Kingsmead Book Fair

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Former DA leader and political heavyweight Tony Leon is pulling back the curtain on some of the most pivotal moments in South African history with his latest book "Being There: Back Stories from the Political Front."

The book - which will be featured at this month's Kingsmead Book Fair - offers a ringside view of political power... with reflections on encounters with figures like Nelson Mandela, FW de Klerk, Harry Oppenheimer, Ariel Sharon, and Yasser Arafat.

HOT1027’s Tara Penny caught up with Tony to find out more...
19 May 2025 English South Africa Entertainment News · Documentary

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