A woman cheers during Freedom Day celebrations in South Africa. Reuters/Mujahid SafodienMore than any other public holiday, South Africa’s Freedom Day serves as a symbol of how far the country has come since its historic elections in 1994. The country’s peaceful, negotiated transition from an apartheid past earned it international acclaim. It represented the new values of … [Read more...] about South Africans take stock as the country celebrates Freedom Day | The Conversation
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What Africa’s most newly independent states did with 22 years of freedom | The Conversation
Crowds cheer as Zimbabwe's President Robert Mugabe arrives to address the country's Independence Day celebrations in Harare. Reuters/Philimon BulawayoSouth Africa is celebrating 22 years since its first democratic elections. To get a feel for its progress The Conversation Africa’s politics editor Thabo Leshilo asked academics to review how well Namibia and Zimbabwe, … [Read more...] about What Africa’s most newly independent states did with 22 years of freedom | The Conversation
Shirish Nanabhai, Indian-origin South African freedom fighter, dies
Indian-origin South African freedom fighter Shirish Nanabhai passed away last week on Saturday. Nanabhai, 78, was lauded by leading political figures at a memorial service. Read the full article by here: Johannesburg, South Africa News Submit and get free press releases here: MyPR Free Press Release. Click HERE to submit your Johannesburg or Gauteng Press Release. Read … [Read more...] about Shirish Nanabhai, Indian-origin South African freedom fighter, dies
Get ready for 27 For Freedom 2016
Almost 26 years ago, Nelson Mandela walked out of prison and led South Africa into peaceful negotiations. On Saturday, 13 February, 27 For Freedom are inviting South Africans to walk in the footsteps of Madiba to pay homage to his contribution in leading the country. Read more on: Media Update Submit your own Press Release or get free content for your … [Read more...] about Get ready for 27 For Freedom 2016
Steps to financial freedom
With imminent interest rate hikes and the rising cost of living, 2016 is expected to be a difficult year for many consumers financially if they don’t currently have a system in place, says Adrian Goslett, Regional Director and CEO of RE/MAX of Southern Africa. He notes that regardless of whether someone is earning five thousand rand a month or five million, it is important to … [Read more...] about Steps to financial freedom
