National Holidays Flashcards
1
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Freedom Day
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- 27 April
- 1994, democratic election
- all adults could vote, irrespective of race
- 1997, new constitution
2
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Worker’s Day
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- 1 May
- Commemorate contribution made by workers to society
- USA does not celebrate, communist origins
- protest for better wages and working conditions
3
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Youth Day
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- 16 June
- 1976, soweto, intro of Afr as language of instruction, violent uprisings
- in honour of all people who lots lives
4
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Mandela Day
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- 18 July
- 3 June 2009, JZ, state of nations
- Madiba was politically active for 67 years
- 67 mins
5
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National Women’s Day
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- 9 August
- 1956, march to Union Buildings, balck women carry passes
- celebrated, reminder of contribution made by women to society, achievements, difficulties, prejudices
6
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Heritage Day
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- 24 September
- rainbow nation
- celebration of diversity
7
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Day of Reconciliation
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- 16 December
- 1838, Voortrekkers, Zulu Army, Battle of Blood River, Day of the Vow
- 1961, ANC started to arm soldiers to overthrow Apartheid
- focus on overcoming conflicts of past and building a new nation
8
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Human Rights Day
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- 21 March
- 1950, police, Sharpeville, pass laws, 69 people
- 4 days later, banned black political organizations, arrested, exile
- ensure that people are aware of their rights, won’t happen again
