Day of Reconciliation: What it is, when it is

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South Africa’s Day of Reconciliation, observed on 16 December, is a powerful public holiday that intentionally merges two starkly contrasting historical events to forge national unity. It commemorates both the 1838 Voortrekker victory at the Battle of Blood River and the 1961 formation of Umkhonto we Sizwe, the ANC’s military wing, born from the failure of peaceful resistance after Sharpeville. The day’s profound value lies in its deliberate reframing of a date onceContinue Reading

Malcolm Marx Crowned World Rugby Player of the Year Following Dominant Springbok Campaign

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Malcolm Marx Crowned World Rugby Player of the Year Following Dominant Springbok Campaign In a ceremony held on Saturday, South African hooker Malcolm Marx was awarded the prestigious World Rugby Player of the Year title, recognizing his monumental impact during a season where the Springboks continued their global rugby dominance.Continue Reading