Experience of the Vaal Hearings

So alike to the work and assignments of Mr.Sujee, the interviews were so unique, unlike any other work done before. I knew apartheid existed, and I knew about the racial segregations, but I did not know how bad it actually was. Hearing the stories, the hardships, from people who were involved with it, makes it more real. Makes me want to hear and learn more about my country’s history that I know so little about. People really suffered and were tortured, and many people are unaware about this, including me. It was a great opportunity to socialize with these people, to hear their stories. Most of all, the Vaal Hearings gave these such people an opportunity for their stories, sufferings and advice to be heard. It goes without saying that these people are wise and have been through life, after listening to the advice that they gave, I learnt a lot. I learnt to stand up for myself, to never give up and to have hope for the future. Fighting for freedom was not only the morally correct thing to do, but some also believed it to be the religious thing to do. Lastly, after hearing how much pain these activists have been through, I learnt to appreciate the small things I have, to appreciate my freedom. And to always have hope for the future, and the future of this country.