Adv Shameemah Dollie Salie was in attendance at the commemoration of Zainunnisa nee Abdurahman Gool fondly known as “Cissie Gool” held at Mowbray Cemetery by the Cissie Gool Foundation.
Adv Salie: “Today it was an honour to join the Cissie Gool Foundation in commemorating the life of a phenomenal women in our history Zainunnisa “Cissie” Gool.
Shukran to all members of the Cissie Gool Foundation for their efforts in keeping the memory of Cissie Gool and Dr Abdurahman alive and we wish you beneficial success in your endeavours moving forward
There are many articles and information on Cissie Gool and as I mentioned today it is important for our youth to be educated about their ancestors and the rich history we have opposed to the history fed to us in our current education system
Many did not know today the link of Dollie family and Dr Abdurahman and Cissie Gool. Nor were they aware of my even being family and the rich political history that stems from another branch of Cissie Gool family which shapes the women she was.
As I attentively listened I realised that the treasure trove has but been opened.
How many of us are linked and our roots if explored would lead to that which may create the much needed direction many needs as to many have forgotten their heritage their “Asal” a term meaning origin and belonging that unites us.
Our history of many heroes and heroines of which lies in Mowbray cemetery should be spoken about and taught in our schools that we may derive a sense of pride and direction.
History has the ability to provide perspective on the present and future by teaching us about past mistakes and successes, fostering critical thinking, and giving us a sense of identity and cultural understanding.
We know that many giants lies in Mowbray cemetery it is a treasure trove of information and today the Cissie Gool Foundation did us proud with their commemoration of Cissie Gool and we make duah for their beneficial success in inspiring many a person to with pride look to history and learn from our heros and heroines.