How is Heritage Day celebrated in families in South Africa?
The celebration coincides with the day that King Shaka died.
Historically, this celebration was marked as Shaka Day in the province of KwaZulu-Natal.
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The celebrations played tribute to the King for his efforts to bring together all Zulu clans.
This angered a faction of the parliament, specifically those loyal to the Inkatha Freedom Party.
Today, the occasion is celebrated by remembering and recognizing elements ofSouth African culture.
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The braai is the Afrikaans' name for grilled meat.
Braai is an essential social custom in South Africa and many other African countries.
For instance, forXhosawomen, their most commontraditional wearis an umbhaco.
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It is a long skirt and apron made from printed or embroidered fabrics.
The Xhosa attire includes beaded necklaces, called ithumbu.
For theZulupeople, the women wear isicholo; a flared disk-shaped hat.
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A thick cowhide skirt accompanies this hat softened with animal fat and charcoal, called isidwaba.
Heritage Day quotes
Heritage Day is an important day when citizens recognize and celebrate their social conventions.
Below is a poem byNikita Tshawe.
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First stanza
Sons of the soil.
Daughters of the soil.
Wake up and rejoice, for it’s the day of your heritage.
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Celebrate your culture, for it is your privilege.
Second stanza
You are Africa; Africa is you.
A nation so diverse and true.
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A real rainbow nation.
Deeply rooted in our tradition.
Third stanza
Nna ke mo Tswana, ebile ke motlotlo ka bo Tswana bame.
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Nna ke mo Pedi, ebile ka ikgantsha ka go nna mo Pedi.
Mna ndi ngum Xhosa, ubona nje, ndiyazi dla ngo buXhosa bam.
Mina ngi ngum Zulu qobo, futhi ngiyazi qhenya.
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Fourth stanza
On this day, remember who you are.
On this day, commemorate who you are.
Take pride in your true identity.
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Let there be peace and serenity.
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In South Africa our land.
Together may we all stand.
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Fifth stanza
Le ga ole moTswana wa Afrika.
Noba ungu m’Xhosa wase Afrika.
Le ha ole mo Sotho wa Afrika Borwa.
Sixth stanza
On this day, speak your mother tongue.
On this day, sing your clan song.
A moTswana eme a kgibe.
UmXhosa maka phakame axhentse.
UmZulu maka sukume agide.
A moPedi a emelle bine.
Seventh stanza
Why is Heritage Day important?
This drive led President Nelson Mandela and his government to make September 24th a heritage celebration day.
The new regime knew this could only be achieved if the people came together.
How is Heritage Day celebrated in churches?
Heritage Day pictures and events reflect the country’s culture and history.
Various churches organize various activities for children and the elderly.
Are liquor stores open on Heritage Day?
It is regarded as an important day that everyone should commemorate.
What activities do we do on Heritage Day?
If you have been asking questions such as “How is Heritage Day celebrated in families in South Africa?
“, the above points will give you a good idea of what happens during this important day.
Masks from various African tribes are worn for various reasons.
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