Tag: History

The origins of New Year’s Day can be traced back to ancient civilizations.

The Day of Reconciliation offers an opportunity for South Africans to come together and reflect on the country’s progress in ...

The 2019 fire, which was believed to have been accidental, caused widespread damage to the 860-year-old UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Here's a comprehensive guide on exploring the rich traditions, history, and festive ways to celebrate Thanksgiving.

A prolific writer, Breytenbach was known for his Afrikaans poetry, novels, essays, and visual art.

The statue, situated prominently outside the airport named after King Shaka, aims to better represent the historic king’s fierce warrior ...

Guy Fawkes Day 2024, observed on 5 November, celebrates a significant historical event with unique traditions, including bonfires and fireworks. ...

The UK will hand over the Chagos Islands to Mauritius after decades of dispute, though Diego Garcia's military base will ...

Today, Heritage Day encourages South Africans to embrace and celebrate their cultural diversity and to reflect on their shared history.

Steve Biko's powerful words still hold remarkable relevance in 2024.

The consequences of 9/11 stretched far beyond American borders, influencing global security, foreign policy, and the fight against terrorism.

Cyril Ramaphosa, who later became President of South Africa, has publicly apologised for his role in the events, but the ...

National Women's Day in South Africa stands as a symbol of the strength and resilience of women who have played ...

The Stegosaurus fossil is remarkably 70% complete, measuring 11 feet tall and 20 feet long, making it a third larger ...

In this article, we will explore the history of Mandela Day, and its historical significance, and provide ideas on how ...

Gayton McKenzie defended the national anthem amid calls from the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) to remove the 'Die Stem' portion.

Tara Moore, a South African-born, US-based filmmaker, delves deep into the complex history of her homeland with her latest documentary.

The iconic estate tied to the real-life inspiration for Leonardo da Vinci's "Mona Lisa" is now on the market for ...

For Americans living in South Africa, celebrating the Fourth of July can still be a meaningful experience, even while being ...

Video footage released by Just Stop Oil shows Naidu spraying a vertical stone with orange paint before being restrained by ...

Youth Day is celebrated annually on 16 June in South Africa. It commemorates the Soweto Uprising of 1976, a turning ...