LIVE: National Freedom Day 2026 Celebrations
Freedom Day 2026 marks the 32nd anniversary of SA’s first democratic elections held on 27 April 1994
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South Africa commemorates Freedom Day
South Africa commemorates Freedom Day
Communities in and around Bloemfontein in the Free State have gathered at the Dr Rantlai Molemele Stadium in the Mangaung Metropolitan Municipality for the national Freedom Day celebrations.
President Cyril Ramaphosa will give the keynote address at the stadium.
Similar celebrations are being held in all provinces throughout the country, led by...
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Road closures ahead of Freedom Day event in Bloemfontein
The public is advised of some road closures around the stadium.
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The victim succumbed to his injuries at the Victoria Hospital in Alice.
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Minister announces withdrawal of draft AI Policy
Minister announces withdrawal of draft AI Policy
Communications and Digital Technologies Minister Solly Malatsi has announced the withdrawal of the Draft National Artificial Intelligence (AI) Policy following an internal process.
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Mabuza family demands answers 7 years after fatal motorbike crash
The family says what pains them most is that the suspect is known but no arrest has been made.
Gauteng residents call for anti-corruption action ahead of Freedom Day
This as the country prepares to mark the 32nd anniversary of freedom on Monday.
Seth Mazibuko urges youth to get involved and transform their futures
President Cyril Ramaphosa will deliver the keynote address at the day’s celebrations in Bloemfontein
18-year-old shot dead in Eureka Estate on the Cape Flats
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