Desmond Mpilo Tutu, South African Anglican cleric and theologian Desmond Mpilo Tutu (born 1931); South African Anglican cleric and theologian, known for his work as an anti-apartheid and human rights activist. He was the Bishop of Johannesburg from 1985 to 1986 and then the Archbishop of Cape Town from 1986 to 1996. Editorial use only. All other uses to be cleared with the copyright owner (World History Archive), in advance., WHA_179_0909.jpg, Desmond Tutu; South Africa; Anglican; cleric; theologian; anti-apartheid; human rights activist; Bishop of Johannesburg; Archbishop of Cape Town; apartheid; Nobel Peace Prize; reconciliation; social justice; equality; activism; African leader; civil rights; inspirational figure;