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The role of Cecil John Rhodes' British South African Company in the Conquest of Matabeleland
Introduction European interest in Zimbabwe can be traced to the 18th century. This began with the arrival of Christian missionaries in 1858, who befriended…
Political Report by Limpopo ANC Chairperson Cde Cassel Mathale during the Limpopo ANC Provincial General Council, 10 June 2012
… of the African Union which was formed to open a new chapter for our continent which amongst others is supposed to …
Address on Freedom Day, 27 April 2003
… the people of Sudan as they attempt to close the vicious chapter of war and begin a new leaf of peace and stability. …
ArchiveThe end conscription campaign 1983-1988: a study of white extra-parliamentary opposition to apartheid
Thesis submitted in fulfilment of the requirement for the degree of Master of Arts in the subject history at the University of South Africa. This thesis…
Speech by Oliver Tambo at funeral in Maseru, 05 December 1982
[Oliver Tambo addressed more than 10,000 people who attended the funeral service of members of the ANC massacred by raiders from the South African Defence…
ArchiveAn investigation into the effect of race and politics on the development of South African sport (1970-1979)
Thesis presented for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy (Physical Education) at the University of Stellenbosch. This thesis includes chapters on sport,…
ArchiveAn investigation into the effect of race and politics on the development of South African sport (1970-1979
Thesis presented for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy (Physical Education) at the University of Stellenbosch. This thesis includes chapters on sport,…
ArchiveA survey of race relations in South Africa: 1954-1955
A survey of race relations in South Africa in 1954 and 1955 and includes chapters on: Policies and attitudes; The role of the SA Institute of Race Relations;…
Newspaper article taken from the City Press in 2002: Student Politics under Apartheid
On June 15 this year the Azanian Students Organisation will celebrate its birth 25 years ago as a forerunner to the current leading student organisation SASCO…
Interview with Africa Report by Oliver Tambo, 01 March 1981, New York
AFRICA REPORT: To many critics, the African National Congress (ANC) looks like a failure. After 70 years, racism is more entrenched than ever. What is your…
January 8th Statements - Statement of the National Executive Committee on the occasion of the 69th Anniversary of the ANC - 8 January 1981
Extend and Defend Our Revolutionary Gains! President O. R. Tambo`s January 8th, 1981, Statement. Compatriots and Comrades, Fellow-fighters for the…
Turning Points Books 1-6
A textbook series commissioned by the Department of Education, produced by the Institute for Justice and Reconciliation and STE Publishers, and simultaneously…
EventNUSAS disbands
The National Union of South African Students (NUSAS) elected to disband on this day. Founded in 1924, the aim of the organisation was to represent and promote…
EventJudge Edwin Cameron of SA reveals that he has been HIV positive since 1987
… [online] Available at: www.sagoodnews.co.za [Accessed on 12 April 2013]| Constitutional Court Judges Justice Cameron … Available at: www.constitutionalcourt…
EventSouth Africa Freedom Day - 26 June 1950
In 1950, the apartheid government introduced the Unlawful Organisations Act and the Suppression of Communism Act. In March 1950, the African National Congress …
EventCourt go-ahead for United Democratic Front meetings
United Democratic Front was granted a court order by the Minister of Law and Order and Divisional Commissioner of Police to go ahead with a meeting to launch…
EventUDF activist Toto Dweba's mutilated body is found
According to Coleman (ed.) in A Crime Against Humanity, the mutilated body of Toto Roy Dweba, member of the United Democratic Front (UDF) and of the Natal…
EventThe European Community announces that it will lift economic sanctions against South Africa
On 27 January 1992, the European Community announced that it will lift economic sanctions against South Africa which imposed in September 1985. While some…
EventFormer South African Prime Minister JG Strijdom dies
Johannes Gerhardus (JG) Strijdom was born in 1893 in the Cape Colony. He trained as a lawyer at the Victoria College (now Stellenbosch University). Strijdom…
EventThe Azanian People’s Organisation (AZAPO) is founded after the government banned a host of BCM organisations in October 1977.
In the aftermath of the 16 June 1976 Uprising, in Soweto, Johannesburg, the apartheid government banned all the organisations under the Black Consciousness…
ArchiveDeputy President Cyril Ramaphosa: Memorial Service of Steve Mokone
Programme Director, Minister of Sport and Recreation Fikile Mbalula, Acting Premier of Gauteng Ms Qedane Mahlangu, Family and friends of Steve Madi Mokone, …
Passive Resistance 1946 - A Selection of Documents compiled by E.S. Reddy & Fatima Meer - 1947-Press Reports on the Campaign
… heroism and sacrifice They have added yet another glorious chapter of man struggling for freedom from time immemorial. … government for democratic rights…
ArchiveA critical look at the role of the Muslim Judicial Council in the struggle for liberation in South Africa from 1960 to 1994
An extended research paper presented in partial fulfilment of the requirements for B.A.(Honours) Degree in History at the University of Cape Town. The aim of…
Document 24 - “Wreckers at Work”, (Editorial), Liberation. 18, April 1956
From: South Africa's Radical Tradition, a documentary history, Volume Two 1943 - 1964, by Allison Drew Document 24 - “Wreckers at Work", (Editorial),…
2018 - Cyril Ramaphosa, State of the Nation Address, 16 February 2018
… of SALGA and all Executive Mayors present, The Heads of Chapter 9 Institutions, Chairperson of the National House of …
EventJoe Slovo is born
Joe Slovo, the former South African Communist Party (SACP) and African National Congress (ANC) leader and Minister of Housing was born in Lithuania. From 1950s…
EventThe Organisation of African Unity is formed and Africa Day is declared
On 25 May, 1963, the first African organisation after independence, the Organisation of African Unity (OAU) was formed in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. The…
ArticleSouth African Communist Party (SACP)
On 30 July 2011, the South African Communist Party (SACP) celebrated its 90th anniversary. Initially known as the Communist Party of South Africa (CPSA), the…
Address of the President of South Africa, Thabo Mbeki on the Occasion of the Freedom Day Celebrations at the ABSA Stadium, Durban 27 April 2005
Director of Ceremonies, Mike Mabuyakhulu, Your Majesty, King Goodwill Zwelithini, Honourable Minister of Arts and Culture, Pallo Jordan, Honourable…
Demonstrations against Proclamation of Republic: Answers to Questions by May 1961
Demonstrations Against Proclamation Of Republic Answers To Questions By drum, May 196173 [Drum asked several non-European leaders for answers to three…