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… at the foot of the Aasvoelberg which is the highest peak in the Free State province (2207m, or approx. 7240 imperial … State Republic from 1864 to 1888. Zastron was laid out in 1876 on Jan Hendrik de Winnaar's farm Verliesfontein and became a municipality in 1881. The inhabitants of nearby Rouxville had so …

… Freedom Party (IFP) expressed concern about stability in Manzimhlope, the KwaZulu-Natal lower south coast region, … Mr Xolo was the Chairman of the IFP Youth Brigade in the Ezingolweni area. The region experienced a renewed series of politically motivated killings in early July, when Deputy Mayor, Percy Thompson, and eight …

… the Smuts government had to face mounting criticism in the early 1920s. His stern measures to quell revolts in 1921 (Bulhoek massacre), 1922 (Rand Revolt) and May 1922 … the Afrikaners. The heaviest blow to his government came in April 1923, when the two opposition parties, the Labour …

… the area between the Modder, Riet and Vaal Rivers early in the nineteenth century, Kausobson Kausob, was killed in battle near Slypklip on the Vaal River. According to the … Kausob himself cited the farm Soutpan as his home. In 1854 Kausob sold the land in his reserve to farmers in …

… Dr Zweli Mkhize released a statement on Sunday in which he denied any involvement in trying to make the woman who had accused Jacob Zuma of raping her drop the case. In a lengthy statement he offered his version of events, …

… we see every day.  We must remember that the full history in South Africa and all over the world has been hidden and …

… Mcebisi Jonas Presidency Jeff Radebe Buti Manamela Women in the Presidency Susan Shabangu   Energy Tina …

… In a statement‚ Gildenhuys Malatji Attorneys said Gordhan … assistance they might require and scrupulously acted in accordance with the law”.   It went on to provide “the timeline and facts”‚ which follows below in full and unedited: On February 19 the Hawks asked Minister …

… history, Volume One 1907 - 1950, by Allison Drew In submitting the following points for the consideration of … for similar actions against other Non-European people. In view of the fact that I am a public figure among the … it was confronted with this question of the war, it had, in accordance with its avowed policy and principles, to give …

… or organisation. We are going into these matters in order to see clearly what the mistake was, its nature and … it would be an act of irresponsibility to gloss over them. In a struggle, which involves the very survival of a people, … assess the situation and learn from the errors of the past in order to arm ourselves the better for the future. An …

… Hillbrow Tower (JG Strijdom tower) is a tall tower located in the suburb of Hillbrow in Johannesburg, South Africa. At 269 m, it has been the tallest structure and tower in Africa for 45 years, and it was also the tallest structure …

… In 1913, Black women in Bloemfontein were experiencing the culmination of heavy … to control the mobility of the Black population in White areas – a phenomenon familiar to the rest of South … Black people had already been segregated off from the city in a settlement called Waaihoek and needed permits to work or …

… The mining industry in South Africa remains one of the most hazardous … professions, this despite the enormous amounts invested in it and the resulting wealth derived from it. South Africa is a world leader in deep mining, with its gold mines being the deepest …

… (IFP) announced the suspension of its active participation in both chambers of parliament and in the constitution-making process. IFP leader Chief Gatsha … Throughout the drafting of the interim constitution in 1993, Buthelezi had been calling for the establishment of …

… Charlotte Maxeke was born on 7 April 1847 in Fort Beaufort in Cape Town. From a young age Maxeke showed musical talent. … secondary school. It was at this time that she took part in musical activities. She joined a choir, and traveled …

… minister of law and order, Adriaan Johannes Vlok, was born in Sutherland, Cape Province. He started his career in the department of justice at the magistrate's offices in Keimoes and Upington. Vlok resigned from public service, …

… Following the January 1988 meeting of Health Ministers in London, a decision was taken that 1 December would … the worldwide challenges and consequences of the epidemic, in order to prevent the spread of HIV and improve the lives … virus. The day was also a celebration of achievements made in the fight against this disease and aimed to focus world …

… after the police massacres of Sharpeville and Langa in 1960. The delay had been due to fears amongst some in the SACP leadership that a premature announcement might prejudice work in the liberation movement as a whole. But growing pressure …

… yet been finally disposed of though the Negro Commission (in which the matter was discussed at some length though not … final position. However, as a result of the discussions in Moscow I have come to a number of conclusions with regard to the slogan and with regard to Party policy in general, and I think my views might interest the …

… The alternative name in 1850, for Mossel Bay . It was the first place that … Population, (according to a population census taken in 2011). The Outeniqua Mountains lie to the North. The name Mossel means “mussel” in the Dutch and Afrikaans languages . Prehistoric humans …

… Oral interview, conducted in Nairoi, with P. K. Leballo (1924-1986) a leader in the Africanist movement and later in the Pan Africanist Congress, serving as its secretary …

… Surendra Bhana and Bridglal Pachai A mass meeting was held in Johannesburg on 24 June to discuss the 'breach' by the … was held under auspices of the British Indian Association. In the following, document Gandhi explains the breach. … to state also that there is, at this meeting, electricity in the air, and these telegrams by no means demonstrate the …

… Table Conference Perturbed by the general trend of events in South Africa subsequent to the UNO decision, the Natal … written to the Crime Minister, General Smuts, that it is in the best interests of the peoples and the Governments of … a Round Table Conference at the earliest possible moment in order to implement the resolution of the United lotions." …

… ”” the longest sentence yet served by Passive Resisters in the present struggle. This pamphlet attempts to give you … united support of the entire Indian community. Five months in the struggle of a people for fundamental human rights is too brief a period in which to pass a verdict on it. A proper evaluation can …

… The Voortrekker Monument is located just South of Pretoria, in South Africa. This massive granite Structure is … Colony between 1835 and 1854. The idea to Build a Monument in Honour of God, was first discussed on 16 December 1888, … the Day of the Covenant Celebrations at Blood River in Natal. However, the movement to actually Build such a …

… for the interview. He didn't seem at all interested in what I had done already and only talked about the coloured … and held the loyalty of thousands of Afrikaner women in the clothing industry. As the first months of my new job passed, I found myself in a very close relationship with Solly. He was unlike anyone …

… Born in Cape Town, Steven Gray is one of South Africa’s most prolific writers. He received an M.A. in English from Cambridge University, a M. Fine Arts from the … Rand Afrikaans University he received a D.Litt and D.Phil in 1978. Gray’s literature falls into a range of genres, …

… the site of the first commercial gold mining activity in South Africa’s modern History, has, in many instances, been relegated to mere footnote status in our mining history. While this may hardly be surprising, …

… Forum has become one of the most significant events in Southern Africa's calendar. For SADC in particular it provides an unparalleled opportunity to … against the judgements and the plans of decision-makers in government and business. It has therefore been deeply …