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1970s: Black Consciousness Movement in South Africa

1970s: Black Consciousness Movement in South Africa

Teachers and learners should note that there are many links on this site which deal with the depth and breadth of the Black Consciousness Movement in...

The Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC) 1995

The Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC) 1995

After the end of apartheid, as well as the release of political prisoners in the early 90s and the country’s transition from repressive rule to...

Summary: The Kingdom of Mali and the City of Timbuktu in the 14th Century

Summary: The Kingdom of Mali and the City of Timbuktu in the 14th Century

The Mali Empire (c. 1235-1600 CE)At its height, the Mali Empire stretched across more than 1.29 million square kilometres of West Africa,...

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Vissershok Farm

Vissershok Farm

The Diep River originates in the Riebeek-Kasteel Mountains and flows into the ocean near present-day 'Dolphin Beach Hotel', in Milnerton.

Pakhuis Pass

Pakhuis Pass

Pakhuis Pass (R364) is a spectacular 26.4 km paved mountain pass in South Africa's Western Cape, connecting Clanwilliam with Calvinia.

Clanwilliam, Stellenbosch District

Clanwilliam, Stellenbosch District

Clanwilliam is famous for its rooibos tea and oranges. Situated at the foot of the Cedarberg Range where the Dissels River flows into the broad...

Namib Desert, Namibia

Namib Desert, Namibia

The Namib Desert, one of the world’s oldest and driest, stretches north to south for over 2,000 km along Namibia’s Atlantic Coast.

Swakopmund, Namibia

Swakopmund, Namibia

Nestled between the vast Namib Desert and the wild Atlantic Ocean, Swakopmund offers an overload of epic activities and cultural experiences.

Walvis Bay, Namibia

Walvis Bay, Namibia

Walvis Bay is a lively Port and Namibia’s second largest City, which is protected from wind and waves by the long arm of Pelican Point (SHOWN IN...

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