Notorious apartheid assassin Eugene de Kock is forcing his victims and their families to relive the torture and extrajudicial killings of anti-apartheid activists as he recounts,…
It was about two years ago that I discovered the name of one Gibson Makanda, apparently a historical figure of profound consequence the majority of South Africans do not know…
Step into the Apartheid Museum and discover the powerful story of Nelson Mandela's Signal Red Mercedes-Benz 500SE, a car hand-built by workers as a monument to gratitude and a…
More than a decade after his passing, a new documentary, 'Troublemaker: The Story Behind the Mandela Tapes', offers a fresh perspective on Nelson Mandela. Built around over 70…
Former police minister Bheki Cele told the Khampempe Commission that the state should not have paid the legal fees of former apartheid-era Security Branch officers facing…
Every July, millions honour Nelson Mandela. This article defends his legacy against misrepresentation, arguing that criticisms from 'pseudo-revolutionaries' are historically…
A powerful 1976 article by veteran journalist Dr. Mothobi Mutloatse, titled ‘Leaders Lash "Stupid" Education System’ and published in the Weekend World, is being included in a…
Elias Ditaba Sewape, at nearly 80, presents his first museum solo exhibition, "Ditaba – 80 Albert Street," at the William Humphreys Art Gallery in Kimberley. Through painting and…
A poignant reflection on the life and legacy of jazz maestro Abdullah Ibrahim, delving into his complex personality, his resistance to being defined by 'Mannenberg', and his…
On June 16 1976, South Africa witnessed the explosive beginning of the Soweto Uprising, a student-led revolt that would shake the foundations of apartheid and echo across the…
Three days after the historic Soweto Uprising in 1976, the Market Theatre opened its doors in Johannesburg, becoming a vital space for artistic expression and resistance against…
Running at the Market Theatre, 'Rise '76: The Story of June 16th' explores the profound impact of the Soweto Uprising through the lens of playwright Tiisetso Mashifane wa Noni.…
Every June 16th, South Africa celebrates Youth Day with music and speeches, often reposting the iconic image of Hector Pieterson. But historian Noor Nieftagodien argues these…
This extract delves into the enduring mystery surrounding the death of Tsietsi Mashinini, a prominent leader of the 1976 Soweto uprising. After years in exile grappling with…
Professor Thuli Madonsela reflects on the profound debt owed to the children and young people who confronted the apartheid state on June 16, 1976. She explores whether their…
Seth Mazibuko, the youngest member of the students' committee that led the peaceful protest in Soweto, shares his poignant memories of the June 16 Uprising, reflecting on its…
Sello Hatang, born just before the 1976 Soweto Uprising, reflects on the profound personal and national significance of June 16. He argues that Hector Pieterson's death is not…
The executive producer of "The Trials of Winnie Mandela" reflects on the documentary series, arguing that history is existential and that the film aims to challenge comfortable,…
The June 16 anniversary, commemorating the Soweto Uprising, has lost its significance, becoming a mere formality rather than a period of reflection and recommitment to the ideals…
The 1976 Soweto Uprising, sparked by protests against Afrikaans as a medium of instruction, was a pivotal moment rooted in a long history of resistance. This article explores the…
