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EventBritain imposes an embargo on Rhodesian trade
… the Unilateral Declaration of Independence (UDI). During his announcement Smith said; “Now I would like to say a few …
EventThe Eureka Diamond is sold in London for 5 700 Pounds
… as the Eureka Diamond was discovered by a young boy and his little sister as they played in their family farm along …
EventThe longest cricket test match in history is played between South Africa and England in Durban
… by becoming the first man in cricket history to captain his side in 100 Test matches. Among South African players who …
EventShaun Pollock makes history in a test match
… Indian leg spinner Anil Kumble for a quick single to take his score to six. In spite of Pollock's accomplishments South …
EventKenya is granted independence
… Kenya's first president, with Jaramogi Oginga Odinga as his vice-president. …
PlaceHoward College Building and the Memorial Tower Building, University of Natal
… from Durban businessman T.B. Davis, in remembrance of his son Howard who killed in the Battle of the Somme in WWI. …
PlaceFreshford House Museum, 31 Kellner Street
… built by the architect John Edwin Harrison for himself and his wife, Kate Caroline. Born and trained in England, …
EventANC leader Walter Sisulu is convicted and sentenced to six years in prison for contravening the unlawful Organisations Act
… the ANC underground work and less than five months after his release on bail he made a short broadcast from a secret …
EventVerwoerd's grandson joins ANC
… Congress. Wilhelm Verwoerd risked being alienated by his family and friends for his decision. He was not even welcome at Stellenbosch, the … he was called a…
EventDale Steyn retires from Test cricket
… August 2019, Dale Steyn South African cricketer announced his retirement from the Test format. He made his Test debut against England in December 2004. In…
Constitution of the African National Congress (South Africa), January 1958
… of the Congress; and To submit proposals or statements to his branch and to his provincial executive committee b. DUTIES: A member shall have the duty: To…
Make South Africa ungovernable: Broadcast on Radio Freedom: Oliver Tambo, 10 October 1984
… Africa. He has proceeded to appoint various persons to his Cabinet and to his Ministerial Council, all of which will be presided over … that Botha will seek…
Address by Jacob Zuma marking the Commemoration of the International Day of persons with disabilities, during the State visit by President Rupiah Banda of Zambia, 03 December 2010
… mark the second day of the State Visit to our country by His Excellency President Rupiah Banda and his delegation. This is a highly significant visit given…
A Brief History of Mali by US Department of State updated 01 October 2015
… 1979, and General Moussa Traoré received 99% of the votes. His efforts at consolidating the single-party government were … reform programs and the perception…
ANC Gauteng Centenary Month to celebrate Oliver Tambo, 18 October 2012
… accompanied by the 87 year old widow of Soncini, Bruna and his son Ivan, both of whom will be paying an emotional visit … O.R Tambo as a great leader of the…
Make South Africa Ungovernable: Broadcast on Radio Freedom by O. R. Tambo, 10 October 1984
… Africa. He has proceeded to appoint various persons to his Cabinet and to his Ministerial Council, all of which will be presided over … that Botha will seek…
ArchiveMemories of Trafalgar High, District Six by Warren Ludski
… kingpin at the Star Bioscope) because I had reported on his court case that had involved an assault. He walked past The Post as I stood outside and dragged…
PlaceEswatini (formerly Swaziland)
… was Mswati. He was a gifted diplomat and warrior and when his term ended in 1868, the Swazi nation was secure. During … until 1982 when Prince Makhosetive…
PlaceNiger
… France! Nevertheless, under Bakary’s successor (who was his cousin and fellow Songhai-Zarma)-Hamani Diori, … referendum and election victories, Mamadou…
Address as Chair of the Non-Aligned Movement at the 9th Session of the Islamic Summit Conferences, Doha, State Of Qatar, 12 November 2000
… Guests Firstly, allow me to express my sincere thanks to His Highness, Sheik Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani and his government for the warmth with which they…
Robben Island
… explorer, 'discovered' the island in 1488 when he anchored his ship in Table Bay. Before 1652, In place of dealings with …
ArticleSouthern Methodist University Partnership Project - 2014 submissions
… with a minor in Psychology. He enjoys playing with his dogs and watching movies. Project: Overcoming Adversity …
ArticleThe Founding of the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF)
… was embroiled in controversy, on 29 February 2012, his public statements had gotten him suspended from the …
Turning-point elections in South Africa, 1910 - 2009
… the country will be plagued by continued unrest. Smuts in his famous address in May 1917 at the imperial institution in …
Soweto and mounting pressure on the apartheid state, 1970s
… Community Health Programme. 1970'S - Steve Bantu Biko with his son, Samora. Steve Biko was the Black Conscience leader, …
ArticleThe African Students Association (ASA)
… Shortly after they were elected, Mbeki clashed with his superior in Dar-es-Salam, James Hadebe over SASA’s …
ArticleGrade 12 - The Cold War
… 1945: Cold War begins 1946: Winston Churchill delivers his ‘ Iron Curtain’ speech 1947: Marshall Plan is announced …
ArticleAnti-Indian Legislation
… at their own expense. However, the planters rejected his proposal in the Assembly. Anti-Indian feelings became …
ArchiveReflections on life in a rearview mirror by Jo Ractliffe, 27 Jun 2011
… David Goldblatt celebrated his 80th birthday in November last year. He tells fellow photographer Jo Ractliffe about his journey. I’d like to start with your…
When your position can't be sustained, create a scarecrow - The Menace of Post-Apartheid South Africa by Thabo Mbeki, 18 January 2016
… the Duties of a member were “(iii) to raise the level of his understanding of the political, economic and social … how the NEC conducted its business. When…