On 11 April 2026, a gathering convened by the Johannesburg Heritage Foundation brought together historians, collectors, archivists, and friends to celebrate the lives and work of Dr Oscar Norwich (1910–1994) and Rose Norwich (1921–2024)—two individuals whose combined efforts have left an enduring mark on the recording and understanding of Johannesburg’s past.
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It is appropriate to begin with a declaration of interest: I contributed a chapter on Prynnsberg and supported the publication of this book. That proximity, however, also allows for a fuller appreciation of both its achievements and its limitations.
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The Piliso home is one of the original core houses built in Alex in the 1940s. It was the home of Topsy Piliso, an activist in the 1950s and founder of the Anti-TB Association.