National Days Flashcards
What date is the day of reconciliation and why is it celebrated?
It is on the 16 December and is a day of peace and overcoming the past.
What day is on the 1 May and why is it celebrated?
Workers day and it is celebrated to those who fought against racial discrimination and struggled for equal rights of workers during apartheid.
What day and date is a reminder of the contribution made by woman to society?
The 9th of August, national woman’s day.
What date is youth day on and why is it celebrated?
It is on the 16th of June to honour all young people who died in the struggle against apartheid.
What day is freedom day on and why is it celebrated?
It is on the 27th of April and it celebrates the first democratic election in South Africa.
What day is heritage day on and why is it celebrated?
It is on the 24th of September and is a celebration of our diversity.
What day and date is it when everyone is asked to give 67 minutes of their time in service?
It is the 18th of July and this public holiday is called Mandela Day.
