C.J. Langenhoven dies in Oudtshoorn

Date: 15 Jul 1932
Updated: 24 Apr 2025

Cornelis Jacob Langenhoven, SA author and writer of the words of Die Stem van Suid-Afrika (The Call of South Africa), died at his home 'Arbeidsgenot' in Oudtshoorn. Die Stem, and its translation The Call, was the only official national anthem of SA from 2 May 1957 to 20 April 1994, when Nkosi Sikelel' iAfrika was also recognised as the national anthem. Since 10 October 1997, a shortened, combined version of Nkosi Sikelel' iAfrika and The Call of South Africa is now the national anthem of South Africa. Sources: Wallis, F. (2000). Nuusdagboek: feite en fratse oor 1000 jaar, Kaapstad: Human & Rousseau). http://www.info.gov.za/aboutgovt/symbols/anthem.htm

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