The March 1952 edition of Drum Magazine, features the South African boxer Suicide Hank on its cover. Yet the real story lie within—a groundbreaking investigative piece that unveils the brutal realities of human exploitation in Bethal's farming communities. With compelling photography and urgent reporting, Drum Magazine's exposé warned readers against the dangerous conditions awaiting workers in the region. HENRY NXUMALO's fearless reporting challenged injustice and gave voice to the voiceless.
