Human Rights Day 2025: How to watch DP Mashatile’s keynote address live
Deputy President Paul Mashatile will deliver the 2025 Human Rights Day keynote address in Kariega. Here’s how to watch live.
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Archaeologists discover tomb of King Thutmose II
Archaeologists have discovered the tomb of King Thutmose II, the first royal burial found in Egypt since Tutankhamun’s tomb in 1922—here’s what we know.
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Valentine’s Day: Origins, historical significance, how to celebrate
Valentine’s Day, has ancient origins and a rich history. This article explores its beginnings, historical importance, and ways to celebrate.
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New Year’s Day: Date, historical significance, how to celebrate in South Africa
The origins of New Year’s Day can be traced back to ancient civilizations.
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Day of Reconciliation: Date, historical significance, how to celebrate in South Africa
The Day of Reconciliation offers an opportunity for South Africans to come together and reflect on the country’s progress in building a more inclusive society.
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Watch: Inside Notre Dame six years after the devastating fire [video]
The 2019 fire, which was believed to have been accidental, caused widespread damage to the 860-year-old UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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Thanksgiving traditions and celebrations – A comprehensive guide
Here’s a comprehensive guide on exploring the rich traditions, history, and festive ways to celebrate Thanksgiving.
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Breyten Breytenbach dies: Cause of death, biography, reactions
A prolific writer, Breytenbach was known for his Afrikaans poetry, novels, essays, and visual art.
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Towering Shaka Zulu statue unveiled at KZN airport
The statue, situated prominently outside the airport named after King Shaka, aims to better represent the historic king’s fierce warrior legacy.
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Guy Fawkes Day 2024: Date, historical significance, how to celebrate in South Africa
Guy Fawkes Day 2024, observed on 5 November, celebrates a significant historical event with unique traditions, including bonfires and fireworks. Here’s how to mark the day in South Africa.
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What is the history of Chagos Islands? – Here’s why the UK ended its dispute with Mauritius
The UK will hand over the Chagos Islands to Mauritius after decades of dispute, though Diego Garcia’s military base will remain under US-UK control.
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Heritage Day: Unveiling the Rich Tapestry of South Africa’s Culture and Traditions
Today, Heritage Day encourages South Africans to embrace and celebrate their cultural diversity and to reflect on their shared history.
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Five Steve Biko quotes that are relevant in 2024
Steve Biko’s powerful words still hold remarkable relevance in 2024.
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Marikana massacre: Revisiting the tragedy that stained Ramaphosa’s legacy, 12 years later
Cyril Ramaphosa, who later became President of South Africa, has publicly apologised for his role in the events, but the massacre remains a dark chapter in his career.
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Stegosaurus fossil sells for R810 million in historic auction
The Stegosaurus fossil is remarkably 70% complete, measuring 11 feet tall and 20 feet long, making it a third larger than ‘Sophie,’ another well-known Stegosaurus fossil housed at the Natural History Museum in London.
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Gayton McKenzie gets backlash for defending ‘Die Stem’ anthem [video]
Gayton McKenzie defended the national anthem amid calls from the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) to remove the ‘Die Stem’ portion.
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‘Legacy: The De-Colonized History of South Africa’ garners praise ahead of Durban film fest debut
Tara Moore, a South African-born, US-based filmmaker, delves deep into the complex history of her homeland with her latest documentary.
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Mona Lisa Florence family home goes up for sale
The iconic estate tied to the real-life inspiration for Leonardo da Vinci’s “Mona Lisa” is now on the market for $19.6 million.
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Watch: Climate activists desecrate Stonehenge [video]
Video footage released by Just Stop Oil shows Naidu spraying a vertical stone with orange paint before being restrained by bystanders.
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Ten interesting facts about Youth Day in South Africa
Youth Day is celebrated annually on 16 June in South Africa. It commemorates the Soweto Uprising of 1976, a turning point in the country’s struggle against apartheid.
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Justice dept reopens inquests into deaths of Chief Albert Luthuli and these struggle stalwarts
The Justice Department has reopened inquests into the deaths of Chief Albert Luthuli and other anti-apartheid activists amid new evidence suggesting foul play.
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2024 Workers’ Day: Here’s why we celebrate May Day in South Africa
The first recorded celebration of May Day in South Africa took place in 1895, organised by the Johannesburg District Trades Council.
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Ceramic pot discovered at Kagga Karma Nature Reserve could be 2,000 years old
An archaeological find at Kagga Kamma Nature Reserve uncovered a ceramic pot, believed to be from the Khoekhoen culture, dating back up to 2,000 years.
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Historic Børsen Stock Exchange building in Copenhagen goes up in flames [video]
A fire has severely damaged the historic Børsen Stock Exchange in Copenhagen, Denmark. Here’s everything we know.
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Revisiting the haunting story of MK martyr Solomon Mahlangu
This article explores the life and legacy of Solomon Mahlangu, a member of the ANC’s armed wing, who was executed on this day in 1979.
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A solemn yet ‘Good’ Friday: Unravelling the paradox
This article dives into the reasons behind the Good Friday celebration, its historical background, and the do’s and don’ts of the day.
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Human Rights Day: Five of the most important rights South Africans have in 2024
Human Rights Day in 2024 shines a light on the essential rights that South Africans continue to champion and protect.
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Google Doodle on Monday, 11 March 2024: Celebrating the flat white
Google’s Doodle on Monday, 11 March 2024, honours the flat white, a beloved espresso drink known for its creamy texture.
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Five facts about Leap Day you probably didn’t know
Explore the fascinating history and five intriguing facts about Leap Day, the extra day that graces our calendars every four years.
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On this day in South Africa: These historical events took place on 19 February
Explore five pivotal events in South African history that occurred on 19 February.