Understanding Heritage Day: Insights from the District Six Museum

Yaeesh Collins – 24 September 2025

“When it comes to Heritage Day, it is never about wearing our identity like a costume or a parade,” Chrischene Julius told IOL.

In South Africa, the day has increasingly been branded as “Braai Day,” a convivial occasion centred around food, music, and community gathering. While Julius acknowledges the importance of these elements in fostering social cohesion, she urges us to see beyond the superficial festivities…

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