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The Sound of Freedom playlist is dedicated to the iconic tracks South Africans have come to know and love
culture

New Spotify doccie honours 28 years of freedom in South Africa

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Lifestyle

Shout It Now: Helping youth own their freedom, sexuality and health

Malema EFF union
News

‘Nothing but an exercise’: EFF on Freedom Day celebrations

The Sound of Freedom playlist is dedicated to the iconic tracks South Africans have come to know and love
Entertainment

New Spotify doccie honours 28 years of freedom in South Africa

freedom-youth-empowerment.
Lifestyle

Shout It Now: Helping youth own their freedom, sexuality and health

Malema EFF union
News

‘Nothing but an exercise’: EFF on Freedom Day celebrations

On this day
Lifestyle

Freedom Day 2022: Eight inspirational Nelson Mandela quotes

By Naledi de Wee27-04-2022 14:19

‘There is no easy walk to freedom anywhere’ Take a look at eight quotes from former president Nelson Mandela in celebration of Freedom Day.

Freedom Day
Lifestyle

Freedom Day marred by long list of unfinished business

By The Conversation27-04-2022 13:45

Whose freedom is it anyway? A look at a historical day in South Africa’s history and whether or not it’s worthy of commemoration.

Kaizer Chiefs
Premier Soccer League

Kaizer Chiefs’ Freedom Day visual with message from Mandela [IMAGE]!

By Dean Boyle27-04-2022 13:03

Happy Freedom Day South Africa! Right from Kaizer Chiefs and the heart of Naturena, Amakhosi Amahle! Check out the visual right here with a quote from Nelson Mandela!

TikTok creators Chadjones957, @Sphokuhle.N, @KaylaKimKay, and @Baby.Daiz share what Freedom Day means to them
Lifestyle

‘Being able to do what I love’: TikTokers on meaning of Freedom Day

By Megan van den Heever27-04-2022 11:49

Four South African TikTok stars share what Freedom Day – celebrated annually on 27 April – means to them in the digital age…

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Lifestyle

Freedom Day: From concerts to exhibitions in Cape Town

By Marilynn Manuel26-04-2022 14:42

If you’re wondering how you’re going to spend Freedom Day, Cape Town has a number of affordable events and places to attend.

Zoe Modiga
Music

‘Ukubonga’: Zoë Modiga to celebrate Freedom Day at upcoming Joburg gig

By Naledi de Wee07-04-2022 11:46

‘As a born free, there are so many layers to our lives and our stories,’ said Zoë Modiga ahead of her upcoming show ‘Ukubonga’.

Silverton Siege
Entertainment

First African action thriller: Netflix releases trailer for ‘Silverton Siege’

By Alicia Naidoo24-03-2022 15:21

Netflix has released the official trailer for their first African action thriller titled ‘Silverton Siege’ which premieres on 27 April.

April public holidays in SA news in minute video
News

NEWS IN A MINUTE: Easter, Ramadan, and Freedom Day dates | Video

By Ramadhani Kusaga22-03-2022 17:07

Need your news quickly ? Watch daily News in a minute videos from The South African YouTube page for all that you really need to know!

Silverton Siege
Entertainment

Freedom day: Mandla Dube’s ‘Silverton Siege’ coming to Netflix [watch]

By Alicia Naidoo13-03-2022 10:51

Just in time for Freedom Day on 27 April Mandla Dube’s ‘Silverton Siege’ will be coming to Netflix. Take a look…

Mandla Mandela, the late Nelson Mandela's grandchild who penned an open letter to him on Freedom Day
News

Mandla Mandela: ‘land question remains a pressing issue’

By Nokwanda Ncwane28-04-2021 18:10

In a letter he penned to his grandfather on Freedom Day, Mandla Mandela expressed concerns about land ownership and expropriation.

Neil Tovey
Soccer

Neil Tovey reflects on ‘happy’ dawn of democracy in SA on Freedom Day

By Garrin Lambley27-04-2021 12:46

Bafana Bafana legend Neil Tovey has reflected on well over two decades of democracy as South Africa celebrates Freedom Day.

John Steenhuisen
News

‘South Africans are now moving to live in DA-run cities’ – John Steenhuisen

By Tom Head27-04-2021 11:35

It looks like John Steenhuisen and the DA have found their most solid line of attack for this year’s Local Government Elections.

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News

UnFreedom Day: Abahlali BaseMjondolo reject national holiday

By Storm Simpson27-04-2021 10:37

While South Africa celebrates Freedom Day every year on 27 April, Abahlali BaseMjondolo gathers to continue their struggle.

Freedom Day amid a global pandemic 2020
News

Freedom Day: Remembering the freedoms we ‘lost’ under lockdown [video]

By Tom Head27-04-2021 08:00

Wherever you’re celebrating on this Freedom Day, don’t take our hard-earned freedoms for granted – you’ll miss them when they’re gone.

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News

On This Day: What happened on 27 April?

By The South African27-04-2021 07:00

We look back on this day in history and remember the people and events that shaped the world we live in today. Every day is worth remembering.

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News

Follow in struggle stalwart Charlotte Maxeke’s footsteps this Freedom Month

By SAnews21-04-2021 20:01

Struggle stalwart Charlotte Maxeke has, this Freedom Month, been remembered as a strong and a selfless woman.

Kim Jong Un South Africa Freedom Day
World News

Kim Jong Un ‘sent a letter to South Africa’ on Freedom Day

By Tom Head28-04-2020 09:01

It would seem North Korean leader Kim Jong Un is indeed alive. But why is a brutal dictator praising South Africa for our Freedom Day?

South African flag on Burj Khalifa in Dubai for Freedom Day
Lifestyle

Watch: SA flag drapes the Burj Khalifa in Dubai on Freedom Day

By Andrea Chothia27-04-2020 20:03

In support of Freedom Day, the United Arab Emirates has draped the South African flag over its tallest skyscraper in Dubai.

Cyril Ramaphosa lockdown level 3
News

Ramaphosa’s Freedom Day speech: ‘We have known worse and prevailed’

By Dan Meyer27-04-2020 15:16

In his brief address, a weary looking president called for solidarity and the advent of a new, more compassionate society.

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News

Freedom Day: Ramaphosa, Steenhuisen, Malema share their messages

By Tom Head27-04-2020 11:24

It’s safe to say these weren’t the traditional messages of hope we usually get from our political leaders on Freedom Day. But we are in extraordinary times.

Freedom Day amid a global pandemic 2020
Lifestyle

Freedom Day amid a pandemic: Here’s why it holds special significance

By Andrea Chothia27-04-2020 10:56

Although Freedom Day can’t be celebrated in groups this year, there is still a strong, unmatched sense of solidarity and unity.

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Lifestyle

Local is lekker: Support local businesses this Freedom Day

By Tess Vengadajellum27-04-2020 09:30

Local businesses are feeling the pressure during lockdown. Here are practical tips on how you can help keep their businesses alive.

Freedom Day indoors
Lifestyle

Freedom Day indoors: How to commemorate 26 years of democracy

By Tess Vengadajellum27-04-2020 09:13

On a day that is usually celebrated outdoors, South Africans are encouraged to show their unity and support during lockdown by staying at home.

30th anniversary of Nelson Mandela's release
Lifestyle

Freedom Day celebrations move online amid lockdown regulations

By SAnews26-04-2020 20:33

This year’s Freedom Day celebrations will be marked using online platforms.

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Opinion

Pandemic casts dark shadow over South Africa’s freedom celebrations

By The Conversation26-04-2020 16:23

Many South Africans will ironically be lamenting the loss of freedom due to the national lockdown on Freedom Day.

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