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At the time, frank chikane was secretary of cabinet and head directorgeneral of the presidency and in that capacity he was responsible for managing the transition from mbeki to kgalema motlanthe and then on to jacob zuma. Frank chikane was south africas secretary of cabinet in president mbekis cabinet, as well as director general in the presidency under f. The removal of thabo mbeki picador africa heritage series kindle edition by chikane, frank. The removal of thabo mbeki by frank chikane 20120301. As secretary of the cabinet and head directorgeneral of the presidency at the time, frank chikane was directly responsible for managing the transition from. Frank chikane born 3 january 1951 in bushbuckridge, transvaal is a south african civil servant, writer and cleric. Mar 21, 2012 this is perhaps the best way to approach frank chikane s account of the deposition of thabo mbeki, contained in his book eight days in september, the removal of thabo mbeki, as a sort of. For he mustered the courage to undertake a perilous intellectual adventure, which, in the introductory chapter, he termed the challenge of telling this story. Frank chikanes eight days in september ruffles anc feathers. Eight days in september builds substantially on the socalled chikane files, a series of controversial articles chikane published with independent newspapers in july 2010, to provide an insiders perspective on this key period in south africas recent history, and to explore thabo mbekis legacy. Eight days in september, the removal of thabo mbeki. Removal of thabo mbeki picador by frank chikane mint. However, in his book eight days in september, chikane suggests that, while there could be many reasons given to explain mbekis recall, they do not explain the sudden haste with which it had to be done. Book cover for eight days in september pan macmillan.

In the book he wrote about the many activities that took place before and during the removal of the former head of state. Eight days in september the removal of thabo mbeki apartheid. Frank chikane books list of books by author frank chikane. Eight days in september pan macmillan south africa. Eight days in september 2014 movie released on releasedate. Removal of thabo mbeki picador by frank chikane mint at the best online prices at ebay. Eight days in september buy online in south africa. Eight days in september is a riveting, behindthescenes account of the turbulent eight day period in september 2008 that led to the removal of thabo mbeki. The anc yesterday reacted strongly to views in a new book by former directorgeneral in the presidency frank chikane. The book follows last years release of eight days in september.

Eight days in september is a riveting, behindthescenes account of the turbulent eightday period in september 2008 that led to the removal of thabo mbeki as president of south africa. The guest list read like a parlimentary attendance register. He is a member of the african national congress and moderator of the commission of the churches on international affairs for the world council of churches wcc. Watch nowstreaming eight days in september 2014 online free. Frank chikane discusses eight days in september, thabo. Eight days in september the removal of thabo mbeki paperback author. Eight days in september builds substantially on the socalled chikane files, a series of controversial articles chikane published with independent newspapers in july 2010, to provide an insiders perspective on this key period in south africas recent history, and to. The story is told by one of mbekis most trusted men, rev frank chikane. Jun 01, 2012 frank chikane discusses eight days in september, thabo mbeki and churches by thando on jun 1st, 2012 tweet with the release of his book eight days in september. Sep 01, 2017 eight days in september by frank chikane, 9781770105621, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. The launch of the book was a massive success for both exclusive books sandton city and pan macmillan sa.

Ironically, they come at a time when the most probable unintended consequences will be renewed empathy with the rise of. We love multiple print runs, huge dollops of media attention and controversial authors. It is a frankly well written book that leaves only details it cannot. Books live has this to say about eight days in september. Frank chikane is a nonfiction published in 2012 and is about the events of the eight days leading to the removal of president thabo mbeki from office following his defeat in the 2007 anc polokwane conference. Click and collect from your local waterstones or get free uk delivery on orders over. Eight days in september is now being reprinted two days after it. The removal of thabo mbeki refers to the eightday period in september 2008 when thabo mbeki was removed from office as the president of south africa. Removal of thabo mbeki picador by frank chikane at the best online prices at. Nov 12, 2012 over the weekend i had the opportunity to read frank chikane s book which in it he chronicles the events of september 2008 when president thabo mbeki was recalled by the african national congress and ultimately his resignation from the presidency of the republic of south africa.

Oct 23, 20 morning live interview with frank chikane on his book. Eight days in september builds substantially on the socalled chikane files, a series of controversial articles chikane published with independent newspapers in. Chikane was born to james and erenia chikane and he grew up in soweto attending naledi high school. Eight days in september the removal of thabo mbeki, frank. See all books authored by frank chikane, including eight days in september.

Frank chikanes eight days in september is the controlledbuttraumatised memoirs of a person who saw the pillars of his union buildings kingdom tumble down around him. Quick overview softcover frank chikane condition new. The removal of thabo mbeki picador africa heritage series ebook. The removal of thabo mbeki has elicited mixed responses from south africans across the political spectrum. Eight days in september is a riveting, behindthescenes account of the turbulent eight day period in september 2008 that led to the removal of thabo. A riveting, behindthescenes account of the removal of thabo mbeki as president of south africa, which examines the buildup to events, describes the details of those eight days in september 2008 and explores mbekis legacy. Very poorly written book and little new information by khaleel sabdia this book deals with a very interesting subject matter the premature removal.

Mar 01, 2012 best sellers todays deals new releases gift ideas books electronics customer service home computers gift cards sell books best sellers new releases childrens books textbooks. A riveting, behindthescenes account of the removal of thabo mbeki as president of south africa, which examines the buildup to events, describes the details of those eight days in september 2008. Frank chikanes eight days in september ruffles anc. He helped manage the transition between the mbekimothlante, and mtholantezuma administrations. Frank chikane recalls the events that lead up to the sacking of past president thabo mbeki. Buy eight days in september by frank chikane from waterstones today. Frank chikane s tellall book which chronicles thabo mbekis 2008 removal from presidency, has caused a strong reaction amongst senior anc members, says ngwako modjadji in the citizen. Get free delivery to all exclusive books stores nationwide. A riveting, behindthescenes account of the removal of thabo mbeki as president of south africa, which examines the buildup to events, describes the. Free delivery to your door on all orders over r450. Eight days in september by frank chikane waterstones.

At the time, frank chikane was secretary of cabinet and head directorgeneral of the presidency and in that capacity he was responsible for managing the transition from mbeki to. Launch of frank chikanes eight days in september floods. It is the first insider account of this politically pivotal event, but chikane has come under attack for being biased and not giving an honest version. Eight days in september is now being reprinted two days after it was launched. In the much talked about book 8 days in september, former director general of the presidency rev. March 2012 this is a political novel that incredibly departs from the norm of presenting a lot of intrigue disguised as information in books about politics. As secretary of the cabinet and head directorgeneral of the presidency at the time, frank chikane was directly responsible for managing the transition from mbeki to kgalema motlanthe, and then on to jacob zuma, and was. Watch now eight days in september free movie november.

Eight days in september the removal of thabo mbeki. To put that in perspective, a bestseller in south africa is. Mar, 2012 former directorgeneral in the presidency frank chikane has written a book detailing the events surrounding the removal of former president thabo mbeki from office. It is eight days in september the removal of thabo mbeki written by frank chikane and published eight days in september is a riveting, behindthescenes account of the turbulent eight day period in september 2008 that led to the removal of thabo mbeki as president of south africa. How can they bring so much shame to expresident thabo mbeki and defy the example set by their exemplary predecessors like oliver tambo, nelson mandela and desmond tutu. Frank chikanes tellall book which chronicles thabo mbekis 2008 removal from presidency, has caused a strong reaction amongst senior anc members, says. He is a member of the african national congress and moderator of the commission of the churches on international affairs for the world council of churches wcc biography.

As secretary of the cabinet and head directorgeneral of the presidency at the time, frank chikane was directly responsible for mana. Frank chikane discusses eight days in september, thabo mbeki. Mar 16, 2012 the launch of eight days in september was extraordinary, way beyond any expectation. Rev frank chikane was mbekis directorgeneral of the presidency see wikipedia. The recently launched book, eight days in september is a bold. Morning live interview with frank chikane on his book. Eight days in september frank chikane bridge books. Removal of thabo mbeki picador by frank chikane at the best online prices at ebay.

Frank chikane is the author of eight days in september 3. Eight days in september is a riveting, behindthescenes account of the turbulent eight day period in september 2008 that led to the removal of thabo mbeki as president of south africa. Opinions expressed in articles or conclusions made, are those of the authors and do not. Mar 25, 2012 reverend frank chikane s book eight days in september. Eight days in september by frank chikane goodreads.

Frank chikane was former president thabo mbekis directorgeneral. Eight days in september is a very biased recollection of the last days of thabo mbeki as president of south africa. Mar 14, 2012 however, in his book eight days in september, chikane suggests that, while there could be many reasons given to explain mbekis recall, the y do not explain the sudden haste with which it had to be done. The removal of thabo mbeki earlier this year, frank chikane seems to have been interviewed by every newspaper in the country. As secretary of the cabinet and head directorgeneral of the presidency at the time, frank chikane. He then authored a book titled, eight days in september. The book is one of the best informative books ever published in south africa as it gives us the. As secretary of the cabinet and head directorgeneral of the presidency at the time, frank chikane was directly responsible for managing the transition from mbeki to kgalema motlanthe, and then on to. Its so painful to be given the wrong picture and idea by a party we thought we can trust. Please note that this excludes all international deliveries.

By frank chikane eight days in september refers to the eight day period in september 2008 when thabo mbeki was removed from office as the president of south africa. Jan 01, 20 frank chikane dares tell a story most would rather forget. Booksellers love books like eight days in september. By writing the book, eight days in september the removal of thabo mbeki, chikane needs to be venerated.