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.
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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On a day that is usually celebrated outdoors, South Africans are encouraged to show their unity and support during lockdown by staying at home.
This year’s Freedom Day celebrations will be marked using online platforms.
Many South Africans will ironically be lamenting the loss of freedom due to the national lockdown on Freedom Day.
South Africans today reflected on the country’s post-1994 journey and honoured the sacrifices made during the struggle.
It’s Freedom Day, a significant day for South Africans. Let’s see how everyone is celebrating.
South Africans celebrate Freedom Day on April 27 every year to mark the country’s first democratic elections in 1994.
In 1994, the world joined South Africa in celebrating the end of almost four centuries of colonial and apartheid oppression. If you’re stuck for ideas of what to do on Freedom Day, follow our suggestions.
Freedom Day will be the ultimate electioneering showdown between the top three.
Freedom day is being celebrated for the 24th time in South Africa, yet a lot of people may not know why we get a day off on 27 April.
South Africans observe Freedom Day on 27 April each year to mark the date in 1994 of the first democratic election.
Freedom Month is observed during April, while Freedom Day will be celebrated on 27 April.
Freedom Day is a public holiday celebrated in South Africa every year. It’s an important day in the country’s history and to this day offers a time for reflection.
The DA Abroad will be hosting four events this coming weekend in celebration of South Africa’s Freedom Day.
Opposition parties, religious leaders and civil society are in support of the initiative.
A few weeks ago a photo emerged of DA supporters being transported to a rally in a cattle-truck. The party immediately disputed the authenticity of the image; but, as the muggles say, the truth shall out. And it has.
South Africa might still have a long way to go to achieve true equality, but to have achieved freedom from the atrocities of apartheid is worth remembering.
There was drama at London’s Heathrow airport when a plane carrying 60 sick children arrived from South Africa this morning.
From tucking in to a South African feast to a photo exhibition to voting in the national election – here are some of the ways you can celebrate Freedom Day in London
The Walk for Freedom Day offers a family friendly walk in Wimbledon Park in London, or around Gloucester’s historic city centre, to both celebrate the anniversary of democracy and to remember Nelson Mandela’s life by walking 2.7 miles.