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South African science heroes include Mark Shuttleworth.

South African heroes of science

South Africa has been a humble breeding ground for scientists and inventors whose work has had an impact on the international community.

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Nelson Mandela Statue on Nelson Mandela Square

Mandela's humanitarian legacy

Through his humanitarian efforts over the past 67 years Nelson Mandela has changed the lives of millions of people and continues to inspire the entire world.

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Nelson Mandela casts his vote in the country's first democratic elections.

Nelson Mandela’s fight for freedom

For much of his life, Nelson Mandela fought oppression and inequality in South Africa. His efforts led to the country’s first democratic elections in 1994.

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Zulu dancers in the 2009 FNB Dance Umbrella's Stepping Stones programme.

Cultural dance events in South Africa

The sheer size of some of the dance gatherings in South Africa elevates them to event level, demanding news coverage on par with world events.

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South African Tourism tour of Robben Island, Cape Town

Experience one of South Africa’s historical museums, Robben Island. View the lives of South Africa’s national heroes who were shackled but defied the Apartheid regime.

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Picnic spots

  1. Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens;
  2. Sandy Bay Beach
  3. Melkbosstrand
  4. Mbashe River
  5. Union Buildings gardens
  6. Walter Sisulu National Botanical Garden
  7. Modjadji Cycad Forest Reserve at Ga-Modjadji,
  8. Vredefort Dome
  9. Beachwood Mangroves Nature Reserve
  10. The Indian Ocean
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