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The rising value of rare SA coins: A look at the Single ‘9’ Kruger Pond
Discover the growing interest in rare South African coins, highlighted by the record-breaking sale of the Single ‘9’ Kruger Pond.
Year of remembrance: KZN Museum celebrates King Cetshwayo’s legacy
The KwaZulu-Natal Museum’s 2024 commemorative events honour King Cetshwayo,recognising his pivotal role in Zulu history and resistance.
LOOK: King Shaka statue finally unveiled at Durban airport
Travellers to Durban's King Shaka International Airport (KSIA) will finally be able to view the massive King Shaka statue.
Celebrating South African Heritage Month in Moscow, September — A monument to legacy, hope, and justice
It is no secret that Mandela's message of peace and equality laid the groundwork for the ongoing collaboration between South Africa and Russia—two countries now engaged in political, economic, and strategic alignment.
It’s not a secret, we haven’t set a date yet: Department speaks out about unveiling King Shaka statue
The Department of Sports, Arts and Culture in KwaZulu-Natal says a date for the unveiling of the King Shaka statue at Durban's King Shaka International Airport is yet to be made public.
McKenzie not considering introducing bill to institute name change processes
McKenzie said the SAGNC, working together with the provincial geographical names committees (PGNCs), has been embarking on an ongoing public awareness campaign on the need to transform the geographical names landscape.
Beijing Central Axis on UNESCO World Heritage List
The heritage area of the Beijing Central Axis covers 589 hectares, with a buffer zone of 4,542 hectares.
Caretaker group concerned about ash wall desecration at Braamfontein Cemetery
The wave of vandalism and destruction to the ash walls started early last year, in March, when the perpetrators pulled and smashed granite and marble plaques off the walls, causing caskets and ashes to spill onto the ground.
Two sites in the Western Cape lined up for World Heritage status
The 46th session of the Unesco World Heritage Committee will be deliberating on the two Western Cape sites this week.
KwaZulu-Natal Museum hosts 5th Annual Storytelling Festival
Celebrate the art of storytelling and support literacy by donating books to the KwaZulu-Natal Museum's annual festival this August.
Celebrating Madiba's legacy with the Nelson Mandela Museum
The Nelson Mandela Museum, situated in Mthatha in the Eastern Cape, carries the Madibalegacy. Nontlahla Dalindyebo, a senior manager at the museum, tells me how.
LOOK: Khoekhoen pot potentially 2,000 years old discovered at the Kagga Kamma Nature Reserve
Visitors at the reserve, Ivan and Elizma van Niekerk, who were overnighting at one of the Kagga Kamma’s off-grid campsites, made the discovery.
SAHRA declares seven Kramats as National Heritage Sites in Western Cape
The South African Heritage Resources Agency (SAHRA) invokes the National Heritage Resources Act to safeguard the cultural significance of seven Kramats, forming the revered Circle of Tombs, in the Western Cape.
India's heritage hit by Delhi 'development' demolitions
Followers of Islam living in India have expressed disappointment after the shrine of Baba Haji Rozbih in Delhi, was destroyed as part of the government’s demolition programme.
Minister Zizi Kodwa welcomes decision to suspend Mandela auction
Arts and Culture Minister Zizi Kodwa has welcomed the decision to suspend the auction of the late former president Nelson Mandela's personal belongings, including his ID book, trademark shirts, hearing aid equipment, spectacles, shoes and 100 other items.
‘This is outrageous’: Daughters slam auction of Nelson Mandela’s personal belongings
Controversy surrounds the planned auction of late former President Nelson Mandela's personal belongings in New York. Amid objections from Mandela’s daughters and stepdaughter, items including his 1993 ID book, iconic Madiba shirts, and Robben Island tennis racket are set to go under the hammer.
Who is auctioning off Madiba’s prized items and why the government wants it stopped?
Guernsey’s auction house in New York plans to auction about 70 of Mandela’s items on February 22.
Minister Zizi Kodwa slams auctioning of Nelson Mandela’s personal belongings
The Department of Sports, Arts and Culture has expressed concern at the auctioning of possessions belonging to former president Nelson Mandela.
Robben Island Museum wants mandate to be devolved
The problems included water availability, progress on partnerships with other state entities to address unfunded mandates and expected outcomes and a maintenance backlog.
Heritage Day reminds us to embrace our inherent right to dignity
OPINION: Some people have tried to revive Heritage Day by calling it Braai Day. This was a negative move, it devalues the meaning and significance of the day, writes Wisani Baloyi.
Tourism budget vote 2023 – ‘Building back better together’
The Department of Tourism’s 2023/24 budget is dedicated to grow the sector, ignite economic growth and create employment opportunities for all.
Xiplomacy: How China helps preserve cultural heritage sites in Asia
Since 2019 Chinese President Xi Jinping has pledged to work with other countries to protect Asian cultural heritage.
Selling the soul of our heritage
The cultural significance of the minstrels’ march from District Six to Bo Kaap must be protected at all costs, and should be conferred heritage status, says the writer.
Colour Your Plate with KOO season 2 crowns Mzansi’s latest cooking sensation
After an exhilarating showcase of culinary talent, Karen Van De Merwe walked away with the coveted title of “Mzansi’s newest cooking star” and a R75 000 cash prize.
District Six high school aims for national heritage status
The Alumni Association lodged a formal application with the South African Heritage Resources Agency (SAHRA) in January this year, for the school to be accorded national heritage status along with six other institutions with its roots in District Six.